Latest Episodes

In this week’s episode of Facility Voices, Bert Gumeringer, Senior VP of Facility Operations at Texas Children’s Hospital, sits down with the host of Facility Voices, David Trask, to share his insights into Texas Children's unique challenges, and the innovative employee retention program that's making waves. From personalized welcome letters to one-on-one sessions with executives, this program goes beyond the norm, fostering a strong connection between leadership and staff.

Check out the latest episode of the Facility Voices Podcast, where David sits down with Byron Woods, the Dean of Facilities at the College of the Sequoias.

In this episode of Facility Voices, David Trask sits down with Michael Terrell, Senior Operations Director of Facilities Management at Liberty University, to discuss Michael’s journey from nuclear power to university facilities management, and the unique challenges he's faced in his role.

In this episode of Facility Voices David Trask is joined by Doug Winston, President, and CEO of DNM Electrical Contracting and Skilled-Trades Advocate with Bring Back the Trades Inc, as he shares his journey in the electrical industry and the various successful entities under his wing. From utility construction to equipment repair, Doug's businesses span a wide spectrum, even including a motorsports venture.

In this episode of Facility Voices, David Trask hosts guests Kimberly Thomas, Special Projects Advisor to AVP, and Cale Caudell, Director of Operations and Maintenance from the University of Georgia (UGA). Together, they shed light on the challenges faced by UGA's Facilities Management Division in the wake of evolving workplace culture and workforce transition.

In this episode of Facility Voices, David Trask is joined by Marshall MacFarlane, IFMA Fellow and Facility Services Manager at C3 Engineering whose impressive journey from a Millwright to a Facilities Manager provides perspective on the world of facility management and electrical safety.

In this episode of Facility Voices, we take a trip into the world of facilities management at George School, a private Quaker school with a rich history, unique culture, and sprawling campus. David and Robert H. Kleimenhagen, Jr., CFM, SFP, ProFM, the Director of Physical Plant at George School, discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with overseeing this exceptional campus.

Tune in for our latest episode of Facility Voices, “Building an Infrastructure Program – Take it One Bite at a Time”, featuring Jonathan Hunley, Systems Director of Infrastructure at Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Tune in for the latest episode of Facility Voices where David Trask sits down with Ramon Owens, Facilities Director at the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation. Ramon shares his vast experience in leading and optimizing operations, as well as the multitude of strategies he uses daily to navigate the unique world of childcare facilities. As a seasoned professional, Ramon believes that successful facility leadership goes beyond just managing the physical aspects of a space; it requires a coaching approach to bring out the best in the team and foster a culture of growth.

Welcome to this week's episode of Facility Voices, where we delve into "Adapting Physical Spaces and Personal Skills to Best Serve Healthcare Communities.” Our special guest, Jonathan Westall FACHE, brings a wealth of expertise to the discussion as the Vice President of Ancillary Services at MLK Community Healthcare.

Welcome to our inspiring podcast episode: "$700 and a Dream: Cesar Robles' Journey to Healthcare Facility Director." In this episode, we have the privilege of sharing the remarkable story of Cesar Robles, who, armed with determination and a mere $700, embarked on a journey that led him to become a Healthcare Facility Director.

Tune in for our latest episode - Blazing Trails for a New Generation in Facility Management, featuring Taylor Vaughn and her incredible journey.