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The Clean Slate

OpenWorks

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/45d. Total Eps: 19

Let's chat about modern facilities management! We'll explore trends in building systems, energy management, operations, and more. In the world of FM, there is always something new. Listen in as we explore the latest in facilities management with those who are shaping the industry.

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🇨🇦 Canada - management
14/05/2026
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Good Clean Fun with Chris Buloson, TopGolf | The Clean Slate Podcast

Season 1 · Episode 20

Monday, June 30, 2025 • Duration 28:26

What does it take to manage over 38 locations spanning the West Coast, deliver a premium experience to thousands of guests, and train a team that’s built for success? Christopher Bulosan, Regional Facilities Manager at Topgolf, shares his incredible behind-the-scenes perspective. From early mornings tackling facility challenges across time zones to fostering a 5-star, customer-centric culture, discover the blend of technical expertise, leadership, and people-first values driving Topgolf’s growth.

Listen as Chris dives into how he balances cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and human connection, all while staying hands-on and building leaders of tomorrow. He also reveals the inspiration behind his passion for mentoring staff, the impact of hiring people with special needs, and the story of one unforgettable gift that embodies his career's purpose.

Whether you're a facilities manager, a leader, or just fascinated by what makes Topgolf tick, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

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Elevating the Clean Standard with David Swindle of ISSA

Season 1 · Episode 19

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 • Duration 39:38

Today we chat with David Swindle, Associate Director of Consulting at ISSA, the International Sanitary Supply Association.

David shares his expertise on CIMS (Cleaning Industry Management Standard), explaining its origins, benefits, and how it has transformed the cleaning industry over the last two decades.

Whether you're in facilities management or part of an in-house cleaning organization, this episode is packed with practical advice on improving processes, maintaining quality, and meeting industry standards.

From the impartiality of CIMS certification to insights on what sets it apart from other certifications, David also dives into a step-by-step look at the certification process and what businesses need to know to get started.

Tune in to learn how CIMS can help you elevate quality assurance and stay ahead in the cleaning industry!

For more episodes and updates, follow us on social media and subscribe to Clean Slate.

Connect with Us
OpenWorks Website: www.openworksweb.com/resources
Trista Sobeck LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tristasobeck/
David Swindle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/david-swindle-ii-5ba3172a/

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Plants for Productivity and Happiness | The Clean Slate with Paige Tisdale of Dennis' 7 Dees

Season 1 · Episode 9

Monday, March 18, 2024 • Duration 42:52

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 integration of plant life within urban landscapes, this episode is packed with green insights. Paige discusses how plants are integral to not just physical spaces, but our mental and emotional well-being. Plus, get tips on how to incorporate plant life into your living and workspaces in innovative ways.

Like what you hear? Be sure to leave us a review on your preferred podcast platform and share this episode with your fellow plant lovers and design enthusiasts.

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Let's Go Compost and Hit your ESG Goals | The Clean Slate with Lauren Click

Season 1 · Episode 8

Thursday, January 4, 2024 • Duration 35:33

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 goals!

Breakdown of Topics
Lauren’s story
For the Love of Worms
Helping the Community
Food waste and greenhouse gases
ESG
Starting a Composting Program
Partnering with Your City

Learn more about Let’s Go Compost at https://www.letsgocompost.org/ Find out more about Lauren at https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenclick/

Follow OpenWorks and Trista on social media and check out the website: 
Website: https://www.openworksweb.com/ 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@openworksfm 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openworks/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openworksaz/ 
Trista: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristasobeck/

For more stories and deep dives into the facilities management profession and all that it entails subscribe to The Clean Slate on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Adaptive Cleaning and Embracing Hybrid Workplaces | The Clean Slate with Taylor Moody

Season 1 · Episode 7

Friday, December 8, 2023 • Duration 31:31

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 strategies to meet the changing demands of hybrid workplaces. It highlights the importance of clean buildings for mental wellness and the role of effective cleaning products in cost control. We also touch on the significance of standard operating procedures and inspection systems in maintaining cleanliness standards. We round it out with a discussion on the future of working from home and the potential benefits and challenges it presents.

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Sustainability and Controlling Waste | The Clean Slate with Gyan Awuku-Sao

Season 1 · Episode 6

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 • Duration 24:56

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 live and whatever they do.

Gyan talks about how we can help people pay attention to the changing environment and, most importantly, change their behavior. The little changes we can make will impact things like climate change. If you’re feeling like there is nothing anyone can do to help the Earth from pollution or negative human impacts, Gyan will give you a reason to believe that you, yes you, can help.

To learn more about Gyan Awuku-Sao, go to https://www.linkedin.com/in/gyan-awuk...

To learn more about Majorel, please visit https://www.majorel.com/ Follow OpenWorks and Trista on social media and check out the website: Website: https://www.openworksweb.com/
YouTube: @openworksfm
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/open... Facebook: Trista: For more stories and deep dives into facilities management profession and all that it entails subscribe to The Clean Slate wherever you listen to podcasts.

All Roads Lead to Facility Management | The Clean Slate with Dean Stanberry

Season 1 · Episode 5

Thursday, August 24, 2023 • Duration 36:25

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 has evolved into a lucrative and rewarding career that now features formal education with accredited degrees from major colleges and universities.

Dean Stanberry, Dean Stanberry, Chairman, IFMA Global Board of Directors, has a storied career starting in IT and tech when his company needed someone to oversee facilities that housed intellectual property. As IFMA’s newest Chairman, he aims to spread FM education as far as he can to a new generation of career seekers.

Dean chats with us about the many options that facilities management offers. He also talks about IFMA and the advantages membership brings. Dean explains what digital transformation means to FM and the real estate community and how to get the digital skills current professionals may not upskill themselves. Cyber security is a big area, as is AI. Dean explains how to learn what separates the hype from the reality. We also discuss the work-from-home trend and where knowledge workers will ultimately decide to work.

Timestamp Breakdown of Topics

2:34 – IFMA and its goals

4:00 – FM as the accidental profession

9:00 – Degree programs, certifications, and getting into FM; jobs and functions in FM

14:30 – Trends in the industry, including digital transformation

20:49 – Hybrid and flex working and the impact on buildings

Lean more about IFMA at www.ifma.org Find out more about Dean at https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanstanberry/

Follow OpenWorks and Trista on social media and check out the website:
Website: https://www.openworksweb.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@openworksfm
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openworks/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openworksaz/ Trista: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristasobeck/

Digital Twins and the Future of Facility Technology | The Clean Slate with Peter Costanzo

Season 1 · Episode 4

Thursday, July 6, 2023 • Duration 25:09

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 change happening all around us. Listen as he provides insights for where we are going and how far we’ve come in managing our buildings from a digital and data focused perspective.

Follow Peter, ROI Consulting, and IFMA on social media!

Peter Constanzo (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterjcostanzo/

ROI Consulting (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/company/r.o.i.-consulting-group/

IFMA (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifma/

IFMA Digital Twin Survey (closes 7/10/23): https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/2kCNkg

Follow OpenWorks and Trista on social media and check out the website:

Website: https://www.openworksweb.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@openworksfm

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openworks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openworksaz/

Building an Engaged Community through Action | The Clean Slate with Aykean Matthews

Season 1 · Episode 3

Thursday, June 15, 2023 • Duration 26:10

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 check out the website:

Website: https://www.openworksweb.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@openworksfm

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openworks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openworksaz/

Trista: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristasobeck/

Find more episodes of The Clean Slate at: https://www.openworksweb.com/podcast

To be a guest on the podcast or submit general business inquiries: Trista.sobeck@openworksweb.com

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Rethinking your Maintenance Strategy | The Clean Slate with Erik Hupje

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 • Duration 18:08

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 maintenance strategy. Listen as we chat with Erik Hupjé, owner of Road to Reliability, to discuss finding solutions to make your maintenance program more efficient and effective. Learn more about the importance of planning, scheduling, training, and establishing a solid preventative maintenance program.

Follow Road to Reliability and Erik on social media and check out the website:

Website: https://roadtoreliability.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikhupje/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roadtoreliability

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReliabilityAcademy

Email: erik@r2reliability.com

Follow OpenWorks and Trista on social media and check out the website:

Website: https://www.openworksweb.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@openworksfm

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openworks/

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