The Modern Facilities Management Podcast
The Modern Facilities Management Podcast is your premier resource for insights, trends, and best practices in the ever-evolving world of Facilities Management. Hosted by Griffin Hamilton, this show features conversations with thought leaders, service providers, and tech innovators who are shaping the future of FM. From navigating new technologies like AI and IoT to optimizing operational efficiency and sustainability, we dive deep into the challenges and opportunities facing facility managers today. Whether you're a seasoned FM professional or new to the field, this podcast offers actionable takeaways to help you elevate your facility operations and stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry.
Episodes
139 episodes
#125 Alex Carlson: Expense Management & Supplier Relationships
On this episode of the Modern Facilities Management Podcast, Griffin Hamilton interviews Alex Carlson, VP of Facilities Management Services at FineTun...
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32:39
#124 Tom Ricciardelli: Interlocking Flooring Technology
On this episode of The Modern Facilities Management Podcast, host Griffin Hamilton speaks with Tom Ricciardelli, President and Founder of SelectTech, about the innovative approach to sustainable flooring ...
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20:34
#123 Yaron Dycian: Leveraging AI in Leak Detection
On this episode of the Modern Facilities Management Podcast, Griffin Hamilton interviews Yaron Dycian from Wint.AI, discussing the critical issues of water management in buildings. They explore the significant was...
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20:08
Spotlight! Perry Shimanoff: Certified Master Custodial Trainer
In honor of National Custodian Day (10/2), we're revisiting the interview with Perry Shimanoff. Perry is a seasoned expert with 35 years of experience in educational and government facilities maintenance. Perry is a Certified Maste...
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24:58
#122 Gretchen Schimelpfenig: Sr. Energy Engineer
In this episode of the Modern Facilities Management Podcast, host Griffin Hamilton interviews Gretchen Schimelpfenig, a professional engineer specializing in civil and architectural engi...
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25:05
#121 David Jones: Director of Estates, Facilities & Engineering at University Hospital Southampton
SummaryDavid Jones, Director of Estates and Facilities at the University Hospital of Southampton, discusses the impact of backlog maintenance in healthcare buildings on pat...
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32:39
#120 Kelly Koontz: Submetering Solutions
Kelly Kuntz, President of Submeter Solutions, discusses the importance of submetering in property management and the benefits it offers. Submetering allows property own...
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25:27
#119 Joey Kline: EVP, JLL and Host of TechTalk
SummaryJoey Klein, EVP at JLL and host of TechTalk, discusses the impact of urban development on facilities management and the importance of authenticity in building spaces. H...
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28:43
#118 John Lose: Energy Efficiency & Sustainability in FM
On this episode, Griffin Hamilton interviews John Lose, a facilities engineering manager at FMC Corporation, about sustainability and net zero emissions. John has over 14 years of commercial R&D lab and office facility manageme...
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#117 Joe Sharp: Meadowbrook Facility Services
SummaryIn this episode, Joe Sharp of Meadowbrook Facility Services shares his journey from being a facility manager of QSRs to creating Meadowbrook Solutions, a company that handles its own repairs and services. He emphasizes the...
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35:34
#116 Clinton Fairbanks: FM Futurist
Clinton Fairbanks, founder and managing director of Soji REFM Advisory, discusses the future of Facilities Management and the impact of techn...
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25:42
#115 Dr. Jake Smithwick: AI in Facilities Management
This weeks guest is Dr. Jake Smithwick, a professor at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. Jake and his team have assisted hundreds of owners improve performance outcomes acros...
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30:50
#114 Kevin Bee: Creating a Culture of Growth and Mentorship
Kevin Bee, the District's Operations Manager at Naperville 203, joins the show to share his journey in facilities management, and the importance of creating a culture that embraces change. Kevin started as a custodian and worked hi...
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28:16
#113 Annmarie Bhola: Enhanced Building Solutions
Annmarie Bhola, Founder of Enhanced Building Solutions, joins the show as this weeks guest.Annmarie is a former plant operator with extensive kn...
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28:38
#112 Alex Cummings & Doug Donovan: The Intersection of Training and Data
This episode features Alex Cummings, CEO of FlowPath, and Doug Donovan, CEO of ...
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29:57
#111 Lisa Keys: Building Condition Assessments
Lisa Keys, Founder of COS Consulting, joins the show to discuss Building Condition Assessments (BC...
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28:05
#110 Rami Abdelhadi: Talent Acquisition & Retention in FM
In this episode, Rami Abdelhadi, Executive Director of Facilities Operations at Stanford University, discusses the challenges and strategies for talent acquisition and retention in the facilities management industry. He highlights the importanc...
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21:55
#109 Barton Drake: Market Sector Leader for HED
On this episode of the Modern Facilities Management Podcast, Griffin interviews Barton Drake, Market Sector Leader for HED. Drake sha...
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26:59
#108 Chris Cioffi: Mitigating Damage from Severe Weather
SummaryOn this episode, Griffin interviews Christopher Cioffi, the Commercial Programs Manager at IBHS (Insurance Institut...
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22:04
#107 Chris Kaiser: Best Practices in Estate Management
On this episode, Griffin sits down with Chris Kaiser, the Director of Properties for the Arthur M. Blank Family Office. With a rich background spanning over two decades, Chris brings a wealth of experience from his roles as an Estate Manager, P...
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26:46
#106 Jim Zirbel: Couillard Solar Foundation
Jim Zirbel, Launch Leader at Couillard Solar Foundation, joins the show for his 3rd interview. On this episode, we dive ...
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28:16
Spotlight! Dave Bishop: Work Order Rollout
This week we're revisiting one of my favorite interviews from 2023. Dave Bishop shares his fascinating journey from a law enforcement career to one in facilities management.
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33:24
#105 Matt Aston: Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) in FM
On this episode of The Modern Facilities Management Podcast, Griffin interviews Matt Aston, the president of GPRS. Matt shares his story of gr...
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