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From Regulations to Relationships: Listening and Learning in EH&S
What does it really take to build a culture where safety is more than just a checklist, but a shared value?In this episode, we bring you a powerful compilation of conv...
Orchestrating Success: Gretchen Catlin on Leadership, Innovation, and Lobstering
Gretchen Catlin, a seasoned compliance consultant and healthcare operations expert, is currently serving as the Chief Facilities and General Services Officer at the Un...
Five by Five: The Art of Knowing Your Team | Tatyana Blankenship
What does it take to lead a facilities team with both empathy and efficiency in today’s complex environments?Tatyana Blankenship, a facilities team leader with experti...
Inquisitive Leadership & Mentorship - Katie Huard - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 059
Are you asking enough questions to grow your career? Katie Huard, Senior Director of Procurement at Blount Fine Foods, discusses the importance of asking questions and...
The Intersection of People, Processes, and Production - Eric Schneider - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 058
What does it take to lead a facility team with purpose, precision, and heart?Eric Schneider is a seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in aerospace ma...
From Clutter to Clarity: Simplifying Safety Systems - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 057
Host Jay Culbert welcomes back previous guests Matt Twerdy and Joe Gilliland for a deeper dive into Environmental Health and Safety (EHS).Matt Twerdy, Director of Envi...
Open Doors and Open Minds: Derek Earp on Teamwork and Transparency
How does transparency and teamwork drive success in facility management? Derek Earp, Facilities Manager at UG2, talks about the power of open communication, teamwork, ...
The Role of Being Present and Audience Awareness - Rob Cox - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 055
How can hands-on leadership and a passion for energy efficiency reshape the future of facilities management?Rob Cox, the Director of Facilities and Capital Improvement...
Embracing Personal and Professional Development - David D’Amore - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 054
How can embracing discomfort lead to both personal growth and meaningful change within an organization?David D’Amore, Director of Facility Operations at AstraZeneca em...
Enhancing Facilities Operations with Proactive Planning | John Boucher
What key strategies can facilities managers adopt to enhance service delivery, improve communication, and build effective maintenance programs?John Boucher, the Direct...
Fire Safety, Collaboration, and Volunteerism - Joe Gilliland - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 052
Joe Gilliland, Senior Director of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) at Sanofi, discusses the importance of volunteerism and community involvement. With over 20 yea...
Transforming Challenges into Solutions - Sam Graves Jr. - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 051
Looking for expert insights on commercial moving? Sam Graves Jr., co-owner of ABC Moving Services, Inc. with nearly 25 years of experience in the industry, shares valu...
The Big 5-0: Celebrating 50 Episodes - Denny Corby - Facility Rockstars
In honor of the 50th episode of Facility Rockstars, host Jay Culbert welcomes celebrity guest Denny Corby—renowned magician, entertainer, and keynote speaker.Denny tak...
Empowering Teams and Embracing AI - Diego Areiza - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 049
In this episode of Facility Rockstars, host Jay Culbert revisits guest Diego Ariza, a Navy Veteran and Army Reserve who leverages his military experience in his role a...
The Intersection of Architecture, Facilities and Community - Ryan Hacker - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 048
Ryan Hacker, an experienced facilities professional shares his insights on the importance of building relationships in the field, drawing from his career at UMass Medi...
Honest Communication Drives Successful Teams - Dustin Bussard - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 047
Do you ever struggle to find the right words when communicating in high-pressure situations? Dustin (Dusty) Bussard is a U.S. Navy veteran and current CirCor Aerospace...
Breaking New Ground: Turning Passion into Publication - Jon Crandall - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 046
Jon Crandall, the Founder and Chief Visionary of JC Grounds Management, recently authored the book Snow Removal Solutions for Property Managers. He shares his extensiv...
Learning Through Failure - John Bochman - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 045
In this episode of Facility Rockstars, host Jay Culbert sits down with John Bochman, Director of Facilities at Biomed Realty and VP of AFE Chapter 33. John reflects on...
Mentorship, Trust, and Growth - Andrew DelPrete - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 044
In this week’s episode of Facility Rockstars, host Jay Culbert interviews Andrew DelPrete, an experienced senior facility manager at Liberty Mutual Insurance and the n...
The Power of Conversations: Optimize Your Network - John Menard - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 043
In this episode of Facility Rockstars, host Jay Culbert interviews John Menard, the Founder of Trailblaze Bio. John shares his insights on the critical role networking...
Balancing Leadership & Team Empowerment - Eric D'Orio - Facility Rockstars - (Re-Air)
With the new year right around the corner, we’re revisiting our very first episode of Facility Rockstars to reflect on our growth as a community and reshare some great...
2024 Recap: Leadership Insights from Facility Rockstars - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 041
In this special episode of Facility Rockstars, we are celebrating 2024 by revisiting key moments and lessons from esteemed guests in the facilities management industry...
An Evening with Facility Rockstars: Event Highlights (Part 2) - Episode #040
The week's episode is a continuation of our short-form interviews from our latest Facility Rockstar event. This episode features people from various professionals in t...
An Evening with Facility Rockstars: Event Highlights (Part 1) - Episode #039
This week's special episode highlights interviews with Kaloutas and Avalon Bay employees. Jim Kaloutas shares his passion for his work and his career journey. Sam Luna...
Leveraging Ticketing for Team Success - Kimberly Dougherty - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 038
In this episode of Facility Rockstars, host Jay Culbert interviews Kim Dougherty, an experienced operations professional. She shares her insights into the use of integ...
Communicating Across Generations - Pete Damiano - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 037
In this week's episode of Facility Rockstars, host Jay Culbert interviews Pete Damiano, Vice President of Facilities and Engineering at Breakthrough Properties. They d...
Embracing the HOP Philosophy - Jeff, John, and Matt - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 036
In this week’s episode of Facility Rockstars, we’re joined by Jeffrey Houle, John Mullen, and Matt Twerdy from Collins Aerospace. The conversation explores key princip...
Innovation in Action - Sal and Matt (BlueBean) Part 2 - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 035
In the second part of this insightful episode series, we’re bringing back Matt and Sal, both of whom work for BlueBean and are former Navy SEALs. Matt and Sal discuss ...
Forging Resilient Teams - Sal and Matt (BlueBean) Part #1 - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 034
In this episode of Facility Rockstars, host Jay Culbert interviews former Navy SEALs Sal DeFranco and Matt Anthony, who draw on their military experiences to discuss l...
Communication, Teamwork, and Innovation - Harvey, Dave, and Tony - Facility Rockstars - Episode # 033
This week's episodes of Facility Rockstars features experts Harvey Handy, David Vansteenburgh, and Tony Burke! They discuss key aspects of facilities management, empha...
