In this episode of Clean Slate, we welcome Ryan Fountain, the Director of Facilities at VXI, a global call center solutions provider. Ryan shares his insights and experiences about the importance of relationship building in facilities management and how it impacts overall business operations. Tune in to learn about the behind-the-scenes work that k…

Today we speak with Claire Coder, the CEO and Founder of Aunt Flow. Claire has been a pioneer in providing free period care products for those who menstruate and has been at the forefront of advocating for accessible menstrual products in public bathrooms for over eight years. Hear about Aunt Flow's mission, the recent legislative changes in menstr…

In this episode, we sit down with Geoff Snavely from Millicare for an insightful conversation that ranges from practical floor care tips to the philosophical aspects of facility management. We discuss best practices for keeping your floors clean and why it's essential, how vendors can be better partners for facility managers, aiming for the same go…

In this episode of The Clean Slate podcast, we host Amanda Thies, Director of School Business Operations at Spring Education Group. In her role, Amanda manages capital expenditure budgets, ensures efficient facility management, and fosters communication between business operations and school administrations. We discuss the funding challenges that c…

Small Business Ownership is hard, but that doesn’t stop Marcus from engaging every day with focus and determination to deliver the best experience possible to his customers, employees, and himself. Marcus chats with us about what makes him successful, how he began his entrepreneurial journey, and what it takes to be a business owner responsible for…

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we took a deep dive into the fascinating world of biophilic design with expert Paige Tisdale. Paige, a biophilic designer and educator, shares her profound knowledge on how plants can boost mental energy and overall wellness. From the history of her family business, Dennis' 7 D's, to exploring the…

In this episode, we have special guest Lauren Click from Let's Go Compost, who will be sharing her passion for sustainability and composting and how it ties into our daily lives. She’s on a mission to help educate schools and professionals about composting and the benefits it provides. As a bonus, a compost plan can help you meet some of your ESG g…

Taylor Moody from Lysol joins us to discuss the impact of the work-from-home movement on commercial buildings and the cleaning industry. We explore the challenges faced by commercial buildings with reduced occupancy and the economic effects on property managers and urban environments. The conversation emphasizes the need for adaptive cleaning strat…

We sat down with Gyan Awuku-Sao, a Facility Manager currently living in Ghana, Africa, working for Luxembourg-based Majorel. This company builds and delivers end-to-end customer experience solutions for leading brands. Gyan has the global background to explain why and how sustainability in FM is paramount for everyone to understand, wherever they l…

How does someone even get into facilities management as a career? You never hear a kid say, “I want to be a facilities manager when I grow up?!” Why is that, and how can we encourage more people to enter the field? Traditionally known as a career that you “fall into” by luck or by being in the right place at the right time, facilities management ha…

AI and Technology has recently been elevated by lofty national headlines. However, the shift in technology hasn’t been an overnight change. Facility Managers everywhere are leading the charge into the future of Digital Twins – a digital replica of the physical world we oversee. Our guest, Peter Costanzo, has been just one participant in the digital…

Facility managers have the opportunity to bring people together in beneficial ways. Listen as we chat with Aykean Matthews, Facility Director, International School, Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago about why community is important and how you can build your own community regardless of where you work. Follow OpenWorks and Trista on social media and …

Every facility must practice some type of maintenance. And, more than likely, has a maintenance schedule. But, are you just checking a box or following a thorough framework? If you find yourself continually replacing items because “it’s time” or experiencing failure after failure, even after a maintenance check, it’s time to rethink your maintenanc…

Control. Everyone wants it and not everyone has it. As a manager or director of a building, you need that everyday control. From monitoring security to overseeing maintenance, it's on you if it doesn't get done. But, unfortunately, when it comes to your commercial cleaning team, if you insource, you may not have the control you want. But why? Liste…