CoreNet Global's What's Next Podcast

Written by Henrik Jarleskog and narrated by Gayle Crew. Let's be clear: There is no substantial return-to-office movement. Despite the headlines, the mandates, and the noise, what's actually taking shape is quieter, smarter, and more enduring.

Written by Emma Brown and narrated by Gayle Crew. Organisations are facing a tough balancing act: harsh economic headwinds, rising competition, and the ongoing challenge of maintaining productivity in a hybrid world

Written by DeVon Prioleau and narrated by Gayle Crew. Absolutely, more women should consider construction as a career path! Young women entering the workforce have long been told that the trades and pathways are not designed for “girls.” Thirty years ago, women did not grow up to manage construction portfolios at major corporations in some of the largest cities in the world.

Written by Sid Majumdar and narrated by Gayle Crew. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most transformative technologies of our time, reshaping industries and redefining how we approach complex challenges.

Listen as Ray Milora, Senior Director of Workplace Design and Construction at Cisco, explains some of the challenges and opportunities in creating great workplaces in today's era of hybrid working.

Listen as Patrick Nessenthaler, Partner and Co-Founder of CREnetics, and John Gorgy, Data Science Lead at CREnetics, discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) decision-support tools are helping real estate executives make better, faster, and more forward-looking decisions.

Written by Santosh Varier and narrated by Gayle Crew. The evolving trends in office occupancy and workplace planning have become a focal point for businesses worldwide. As companies adjust to new work models, including hybrid and remote work, the traditional office has undergone a substantial transformation. The need for efficient, flexible, and employee-centric office space planning has never been greater.

Written by Robert Thomas and Sarah Batchelor & narrated by Gayle Grew. This article explores key design principles for creating life sciences spaces that enhance collaboration among scientists, researchers, and professionals.

Written by Carolyn Martin and narrated by Gayle Crew. Workplace occupancy sensors have many different applications, from counting how many employees are in the office on any given day, to ensuring control rooms stay at a safe temperature, to keeping out intruders, and to ensuring the lights come on when an employee enters the bathroom. There are so many reasons to consider including sensors in your office tech stack.

Written by Debray Seay and narrated by Gayle Crew. As architects, we spend our days designing spaces that shape how people live, work, and interact. But sometimes the most meaningful changes start at home.

Written by Dr. Peggie Rothe and narrated by Gayle Crew. The adoption of unassigned seating strategies has grown exponentially in the past decade, and in the last three years especially: The share of employees using unassigned settings has soared from 38 percent in 2020 to 60 percent in 2023.

Written by Sid Majumdar and narrated by Gayle Crew. This document examines how human-centric workplace designs are reshaping office environments in India and globally.

Written by Peter Stansfield and narrated by Gayle Crew. The definition of a workplace transformation is simply, "the creation of an improved workplace for those who use it." The new/improved environment supports employees to operate as productively, collaboratively, and effectively as possible while catering to a wide variety of personalities and their individual and collective needs.

Written by Peter Stansfield & narrated by Gayle Crew. As obvious and simple as it sounds to those in the industry, the term “workplace transformation” is often met with mild confusion by those who ask what I do.

Written by Jianhan Qiu & narrated by Gayle Crew. The workplace is evolving rapidly, and at the heart of this transformation are Gen Zs.

Written by Mark Coxon, Rebecca Meier and Ben Jurow & narrated by Gayle Crew. The corporate real estate (CRE) benchmarks of yesterday are no longer relevant to today's environment.

Written by Santosh Varier & narrated by Gayle Crew. As businesses become more commercial, focusing increasingly on revenue, profit margins, and operational efficiency, there is a hidden cost – one that is often ignored: the welfare of the very people who ensure that organizations function smoothly.

In the latest in our "Green Footprint" series, listen as Chris Teng talks with Raz Godelnik about rethinking corporate sustainability in the era of climate crisis.

Hosted by Adam Hoy, Past President of the CoreNet UK Chapter, this episode features a conversation with Senior Managing Director, European Head of Management Services at Hines, Ronen Journo. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the pressing challenges facing occupiers in today's CRE landscape.

In the latest in our "Green Footprint" series, listen as Christopher Teng, PhD, AICP, Global Energy Efficiency Lead at Juniper Networks, talks with Auden Schendler, author of "Terrible Beauty: Reckoning with Climate Complicity and Rediscovering our Soul."

Listen as Sid Majumdar, Principal, Strategy, at Unispace, discusses a scorecard he has developed for evaluating the performance of workplace interior designers.

The third in our five-part series on getting to net zero in the built environment, in collaboration with the Urban Land Institute (ULI), focuses on fitting out spaces. Listen in to the conversation between Aleksandra Smith-Kozlowska of ULI and Hannah Kinnimont of Grosvenor Property UK.

Listen as Lizzie Rolley, Associate Director of Incendium Consulting, discusses key findings from her research on ethics in corporate real estate decision making.

Written by Peggie Rothe and narrated by Gayle Crew. If you are a corporate real estate decision-maker contemplating assigned versus unassigned strategies, you're probably already grappling with a host of considerations.

Written by Flore Pradere and Steven Lewis and narrated by Gayle Crew. Companies are planning to expand in the coming years and many are ready to invest, but not at any cost; their corporate real estate (CRE) teams are acutely focused on proving ROI, and on demonstrating the value that comes from smart, responsible decisions.

Written by Rob Kubiak and narrated by Gayle Crew. As businesses increasingly prioritize sustainability, the concept of the circular economy has emerged as a transformative force across industries.

Written by Kayley Dicicco and narrated by Gayle Crew One of the biggest question marks for workplace and people leaders is, “how can I preserve company culture in a remote work environment, let alone a coworking space?”

Listen as Steve Quick, CEO of ISS, discusses the critical role FM plays in return to office, corporate social responsibility, and more.

Listen as Lawrence Armstrong, Chairman of architectural and engineering firm Ware Malcomb, shares his perspectives on leadership.

Written by Kay Sargent and Gary Clark & narrated by Gayle Crew. A groundbreaking study suggests scientific researchers are more neurodivergent than the general population, necessitating more inclusive and thoughtful laboratory design.

Written by Swatasiddha Majumdar & narrated by Gayle Crew. Imagine stepping into your office in 2044. The walls adjust their color to match your mood, holographic displays float before your eyes, and your AI assistant has already sorted through your morning tasks. Sounds like science fiction? Not anymore.

Written by Ben Reinberg & narrated by Gayle Crew. The new year 2025 will challenge corporate real estate executives to navigate a rapidly changing landscape shaped by shifting workplace dynamics, economic uncertainty, and ongoing pressures to balance cost management with employee satisfaction.

Written by Anoma Baste & Narrated by Gayle Crew. Robin Sharma has been a leadership and self-help guru for many years. I first picked up his books in 2009 when I was a newbie in the corporate real estate (CRE) profession. Recently I re-read his words which I have been positively influenced by: “Education is inoculation against disruption...."

Listen in as Lawyna Holland-Parish, Vice President of ESFM's Center of Excellence, discusses the importance of quality assurance in managing facilities and the built environment.

In the latest episode of our "Green Footprint" series, listen in as Matthew Sekol of Microsoft and Dr. Christopher Teng discuss the role AI and technology tools are playing in enhancing sustainability efforts in the built environment, how to integrate sustainability into business strategy, and more.

Join Michelle Needles, Savills' Global Head of Enterprise Solutions, and her guests as they explore the complexities of global markets. From local nuances to talent migration trends, this episode dives into what it takes to make strategic real estate decisions across diverse regions.

Michelle Needles of Savills leads a thought-provoking conversation on CoreNet Global's CRE 2030 initiative, exploring the transformations reshaping the real estate profession. With insights from global leaders, this episode covers key topics like data-driven strategies, the impact of technology, and the evolving role of real estate in today's rapidly changing landscape.

Savills Global Occupier Services CEO, Rick Shu, and team discuss the evolving demands of corporate real estate. They explore how data-driven strategies and customized client service models support diverse organizations, from high-growth ventures to stable firms, in navigating today's complex real estate landscape.

Mari Cabiladas of Colliers and Angela Sainato of Viasat share how their friendship began at a CoreNet summit and discuss the importance of mentorship, empowerment, and genuine connection within corporate real estate. Listen in as they reflect on meaningful session takeaways, from advancing women in leadership to fostering an inclusive post-pandemic workplace culture.

In this episode of "What's Next," Lisa Reed, Director of Strategic Accounts, shares her journey of exploring new cultures, embracing discomfort, and finding growth in unexpected places. From trekking in Nepal to building a life and career in Los Angeles, Lisa reflects on how stepping outside her comfort zone has shaped her perspectives and passion for global citizenship. Listen in to discover how expanding your own boundaries can enrich both life and career.

Christina York, designer and workplace strategist, introduces her new podcast, Create a Place, from the CoreNet Global Summit, focusing on the evolving workplace and balancing business goals with employee needs. In this episode, she highlights insights from industry experts on human-centered design, work-life integration, and fostering resilient, inclusive corporate cultures.

How do we authentically engage with our workforce, and how do we sculpt workplaces that honor the nuanced interplay between individual autonomy and collective collaboration?

With the wellbeing of building occupiers and guests in mind, this session will delve into hospitality from the lens of sustainably creating experiences using the transformative power of scent.

Until recently, supporting activity-based work was considered cutting-edge workplace strategy. While this still may be an appropriate approach, the value of the workplace today is more nuanced.

Learn more about the Delight Factor, a quantitative measurement, that scores a workplace on how it makes people feel—complementing measures like cost per square foot with a building's experiential qualities.

Space Management and Smart Buildings - Solutions and Tools for Future-Proofing Workspaces

The changes we saw to the workplace and workforce during the pandemic have only continued to accelerate. Join this session to understand the impact on the real estate ecosystem, from the office to the city.

The speaker will share learnings from a data analytics program developed for Takeda and have a candid discussion on whether the assumptions and approaches to new measures, metrics and KPIs developed are reasonable and valid.

Competitiveness requires a unique perspective on evolving influences of technology on people flows to connect multi-disciplinary teams for rapid iteration and decision-making cycles essential to innovation.

Join this session for a discussion on key considerations in navigating the challenges and opportunities associated with an uptick in conversion activity from office to residential.

This session will provide an introduction to the growing practice of property resilience assessment, and how to use it to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities, while improving the resilience and performance of buildings.