The Building People | A Grid Edge original series

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Andrew Spencer, Energy and Carbon Services Director at Equans UK, shares his journey from engineering to leading decarbonisation projects across the UK. Discover how technology, human behaviour, and innovative strategies are transforming the built environment for a sustainable future. keywords Decarbonisation, Bu...

Transforming Building Operations with Andre Bothma: Insights on Tech, Leadership, and Industry InnovationIn this episode, Andre Bothma shares his extensive journey through proptech, energy management, and venture capital, highlighting how technology is reshaping the future of building operations. Discover key lessons on scaling solutions, fostering innovation, and understanding customer needs in a...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary Seamus Kerr shares insights from his 35-year military career, leadership principles, and his work bridging the gap between the armed forces and the business community through Defence Impact. Discover how military leadership skills translate to the commercial world and the importance of purpose, decision-making, and social value in defense con...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this in-depth interview, Chris Reid, Managing Director at BMSI, shares his 30-year journey in the building management systems industry. From early beginnings in controls to leading a successful business, he discusses leadership, culture, technology, and talent development, offering valuable insights for aspiring professionals and industry...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Alex Green shares her journey from sustainability in various sectors to leading the Let's Go Zero campaign for UK schools. Discover how her work is transforming education estates into active climate infrastructures, the importance of human behavior, and practical strategies for achieving net zero in schools. keyw...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Alice Hands, a sustainability expert with a rich background in ethical procurement and building operations, shares her journey, key lessons, and strategies for advancing sustainability in the built environment. From navigating supply chain challenges to leveraging technology and fostering stakeholder engagement,...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Prash Kidiyoor shares his journey from renewable energy student to founder of ZeroGram, emphasizing practical steps for decarbonization, energy management, and navigating the evolving funding landscape. Discover how small, manageable actions can drive significant impact in the quest for Net Zero. keywords Net Zer...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Freddie Pritchard-Smith shares his journey from property surveying to founding Trustek, an independent PropTech verification marketplace. Discover how his honest approach and focus on understanding real estate challenges are shaping the future of smart buildings and PropTech adoption. keywords PropTech, smart bui...

content type Interview primary goal Educational summary In this insightful interview, Atiya Khan shares her journey from environmental science to becoming a global sustainability leader in FM. She discusses the evolution of sustainability practices, the importance of data, and how education and industry collaboration drive change. keywords Sustainability, FM, Data, Decarbonization, Circular Econom...

keywords sustainability, environmental management, education, building management, climate change, energy efficiency, community engagement, eco-friendly practices, carbon footprint, green careers summary In this conversation, Jessica Marshall, National Environment Sustainability Manager at Oasis Community Learning, shares her journey into sustainability, emphasizing the importance of connecting en...

Keywords property management, career journey, sustainability, commercial real estate, workplace transformation, mentorship, personal development, building community, energy efficiency, professional growth Summary In this conversation, Jonathan Shires shares his extensive journey in the property management sector, detailing his early interests, career transitions, and the lessons learned along the...