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How can healthcare facilities teams build stronger partnerships between flagship and community-based hospitals? In this episode, Healthcare Facilities Network brings together Christopher Bolton, Jason Kime, and Joshua Ashlock for a conversation about the evolving challenges of healthcare facilities management across the Houston market. The discussion explores the differences between managing facilities at a large flagship medical center and operating within community-based hospitals, from workforce availability and specialized staffing to capital investment, operational funding, and rapidly changing patient demand. The group shares how community hospitals are adapting to unprecedented growth while flagship facilities navigate the complexity and scale of massive healthcare campuses. The conversation also examines how facilities teams can break down organizational silos and build stronger partnerships across departments, campuses, and trade partners. As workforce shortages continue to put pressure on facilities teams, the discussion turns to the importance of versatile technicians, technology, automation, and using operational data to prioritize what truly needs attention. From managing thousands of connected devices and alarm conditions to maintaining clean, actionable data for future AI applications, the guests discuss why data integrity and collaboration will become increasingly important to the future of healthcare facilities management. They also consider what the next generation of facilities professionals expects from their workplace and why organizations need to create opportunities that attract and develop that talent. For healthcare facilities professionals, this episode offers a look at how flagship and community-based teams can learn from one another, strengthen partnerships, and tear down the silos that can stand in the way of better operations, better patient experiences, and a stronger future for the profession. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Joshua Ashlock: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-ashlock-dba-mba-chfm-chc-sashe-91107195/ 👥 Connect with Jason Kime: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-kime-chfm-chop-e-chc-chepp-98115b21/ 👥 Connect with Christopher Bolton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crbolton21/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

What kind of leadership will shape the future of healthcare facilities management? As voting for the 2026 ASHE President-Elect election begins on August 2, Healthcare Facilities Network presents a special candidate series featuring individual conversations with the professionals seeking to lead the organization into its next chapter. In this episode, we sit down with Alison Brisson and Katy Quinn to discuss the experiences that shaped their careers, what inspired them to run for ASHE President-Elect, and the perspectives they hope to bring to the role. The conversation explores each candidate's leadership philosophy, priorities for the profession, and vision for ASHE's future. From supporting the next generation of facilities professionals to navigating the evolving challenges facing healthcare environments, each candidate shares how they believe ASHE can continue to strengthen and advance the profession. For healthcare facilities professionals, this episode offers an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates, better understand their priorities, and gain insight into the future direction of the organization that represents the profession. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Kathryn (Katy) Quinn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-katy-quinn-342205288/ 👥 Connect with Alison Brisson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-brisson-chfm-sashe-5126b8245/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

What does it mean to maintain a healthcare environment where residents may live for decades? In this special episode of the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast, we travel to Matheny Medical and Educational Center in Peapack, New Jersey, to explore how facilities management supports an organization serving individuals with complex medical and developmental disabilities. The conversation brings together Matheny's leadership team, facilities leaders, and frontline maintenance mechanics to examine how every role contributes to the safety, reliability, comfort, and daily experience of the residents who call Matheny home. The episode explores the unique challenges of operating and maintaining a highly specialized healthcare environment, where facilities management is closely connected to the people and mission the organization serves. From long-term planning and operational leadership to the hands-on work of maintenance mechanics, the conversation highlights how a culture of service extends across every level of the organization. Nancy Hamstra, Jim Campoli, Melissa Petracca, Felix Mushayandebvu, and Paul DeVenezia also share what makes Matheny's environment unique and why experiencing the organization firsthand offers a deeper understanding of the work being done every day. For healthcare facilities professionals, this episode offers a powerful look at the people, purpose, and responsibility behind maintaining a place that is far more than a building. Donate to Matheny Here: https://matheny.org/donate-now/ 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Nancy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-hamstra-fache-a480978/ 👥 Connect with Jim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-campoli-297a7957/ 👥 Connect with Melissa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-petracca-81786a22/ 👥 Felix Mushayandebvu 👥 Paul DeVenezia ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

How do healthcare organizations attract, develop, and retain the next generation of facilities professionals? In this episode of the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast, Mike shares a practical blueprint for building a stronger healthcare facilities workforce, drawing on years of leadership experience and lessons learned throughout his career. The conversation explores how facilities leaders can work more effectively with Human Resources, where to find new talent, the qualities that matter most in today's facilities professionals, and why creating a healthy work-life balance is essential to long-term recruitment and retention. Mike also reflects on how his perspective on hiring has evolved over the years and shares his outlook on the future of healthcare facilities management, offering actionable insights that leaders can apply regardless of the size or location of their organization. Whether you're facing workforce shortages today or planning for tomorrow's leadership needs, this episode provides practical strategies for building stronger teams and preparing the next generation of healthcare facilities leaders. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guest: 👥 Connect with Michael Neely: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-neely-a301a14a/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

What are the biggest challenges healthcare facilities leaders will face in 2026? To answer that question, Healthcare Facilities Network brought together a panel of Florida healthcare facilities professionals during the FHEA Conference for a wide-ranging discussion on leadership, operations, and the future of the industry. Often described as FM magicians because of their ability to solve problems others never see, these leaders share their perspectives on the growing pressures facing healthcare facilities departments, including competing priorities, stakeholder management, leadership transitions, and the increasing expectations placed on facilities teams. The conversation also examines why facilities leaders must begin developing their successors today, not years from now, and how organizations can better prepare the next generation of leaders for long-term success. Recorded live at the FHEA Conference, this episode delivers real-world insights from professionals who continue to shape the future of healthcare facilities management. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Bobby Baird: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobby-baird-fashe-chfm-2ab07814/ 👥 Connect with Jennifer Bello: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-bello-bs-mph-chfm-che-4b8873174/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

The Healthcare Facilities Network traveled to the Florida Healthcare Engineering Association (FHEA) Conference to connect with healthcare facility leaders, industry partners, and consulting professionals from across the state. In this special episode, HFN captures the conversations shaping healthcare facilities in 2026. Topics include workforce shortages, succession planning, leadership development, artificial intelligence, NFPA updates, product life cycle management, and the strategies organizations are using to prepare for the future of healthcare facility operations. Recorded live from the conference, these discussions highlight the real-world challenges facing healthcare facility departments and the innovative approaches leaders are taking to strengthen their teams, improve operations, and navigate an evolving industry. Thank you to the Florida Healthcare Engineering Association and its leadership team for welcoming Healthcare Facilities Network to the conference and allowing us to share these conversations with the broader healthcare facilities community. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Bobby Baird: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobby-baird-fashe-chfm-2ab07814/ 👥 Connect with Jennifer Bello: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-bello-bs-mph-chfm-che-4b8873174/ 👥 Connect with John Crouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-crouch-31aa83a/ 👥 Connect with Michael Neely: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-neely-a301a14a/ 👥 Connect with Taylor Benay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-benay-0a684071/ 👥 Connect with Jim Peterkin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-peterkin-35bbb66/ 👥 Connect with Patrick Murphy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-murphy-31a7439/ 👥 Connect with Steve Van Ness: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-van-ness-a8356017/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Healthcare is changing rapidly, and many of the forces shaping the future extend far beyond the walls of the hospital itself. In this episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, Hamilton Espinosa, Patrick Murphy, and Peter Martin, cover a wide range of topics influencing the healthcare facilities industry today — from AI and labor shortages to recruiting the next generation of professionals, generational differences in the workforce, evolving career paths, and the growing impact of data centers on infrastructure and energy demand. The conversation moves beyond traditional healthcare silos and explores the bigger market shifts affecting how organizations think about leadership, education, hiring, construction, and long-term planning. Along the way, the group shares perspectives on employee deficits, the value of a college education, field experience, and even why hard-plumbed bathrooms on construction sites may matter more than people realize. Rather than focusing on a single issue, this episode offers a broader look at the trends, challenges, and conversations helping shape the future of healthcare facilities and the people working within them. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Patrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-murphy-31a7439/ 👥 Connect with Hamilton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamilton-espinosa-70057521/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Succession planning is rarely a smooth process. According to Paul and Ryan, it involves life vests, knee scrapes, back stops, and sometimes avoiding the metaphorical bus altogether. In this episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, the conversation reframes succession planning as something much bigger: business continuity planning. Rather than simply preparing the next leader, Paul and Ryan explain why healthcare organizations must ensure hospitals continue to operate effectively when key players are suddenly unavailable or gone. The discussion dives into the leadership challenges that often prevent organizations from planning ahead, including fear, ego, and stubbornness. Paul and Ryan also explore the importance of mentorship, accountability, professional presence, and creating environments where future leaders are allowed to grow through experience without allowing mistakes to become catastrophic failures. As Ryan explains, one phrase Paul often uses captures that philosophy perfectly: “I’m gonna let you scrape your knee and not get hit by the bus.” Whether you are actively building future leaders or simply thinking about the long-term stability of your organization, this episode offers practical insight into developing people while protecting the future of the hospital. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-deviller-chfm-3626955/ 👥 Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-gagnon/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Artificial intelligence can feel overwhelming, especially for facilities professionals who may think they don’t have the time, technical knowledge, or need for it in their daily work. In this episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, Shay Rankhorn breaks down why getting started with AI may be easier — and more practical — than many think. Designed for the facilities leader who may be skeptical or unsure where to begin, this conversation focuses on simply starting. Drawing from his own experience in the same seat many listeners sit in today, Shay shares approachable ways to begin using AI to support everyday tasks, improve efficiency, and make work easier — without overcomplicating the process. For listeners already experimenting with AI, Shay also offers practical tips and tricks to augment your current approach and get even more value from the tools you may already be using. Whether you’re AI-curious, AI-cautious, or already testing its potential, this episode offers practical guidance to help facilities professionals take the next step. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Shay Rankhorn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayrankhorn/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Live from TAHFM 2026, Healthcare Facilities Network brings you a first-of-its-kind conference coverage episode captured on-site in Allen, Texas. From the opening night concert to casino night and everything in between, our cameras were rolling to highlight the energy, insights, and conversations shaping healthcare facilities management. This episode features perspectives from healthcare facility leaders, vendor partners, and industry professionals across the conference floor. TAHFM President Taylor Vaughn joins us for a sit-down interview to discuss the importance of collaboration, education, and community within healthcare facilities management. We also connected with vendor-side leaders to explore how innovation, operational support, and technology continue to impact facilities teams across healthcare organizations. Beyond the formal sessions, this episode captures the value of in-person industry events — building relationships, sharing best practices, and learning directly from peers facing similar challenges. From leadership insights to vendor perspectives, the conversations highlight the evolving priorities of healthcare facilities management and the role conferences like TAHFM play in advancing the profession. This special conference recap delivers a behind-the-scenes look at TAHFM 2026 and showcases the voices helping shape the future of healthcare facilities management. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Skanda Skandaverl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skanda-v-skandaverl-a8665b14/ 👥 Connect with Shay Rankhorn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayrankhorn/ 👥 Connect with James Krochune: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameskrochune/ 👥 Connect with David Trask: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidtrask/ 👥 Connect with Joe Stockman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcstockman/ 👥 Connect with Taylor Vaughn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-vaughn-chfm-sashe-ba1443147/ 👥 Connect with John Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wilson-aia-chfm-sashe-0318ab85/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Live from the PDC in Houston, Healthcare Facilities Network sits down with Jeff O’Neil of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital to unpack what it really takes to execute healthcare capital projects successfully. With a multidimensional professional background spanning construction, operations, and facilities leadership, Jeff brings a practical lens to one of the most challenging transitions in healthcare facilities management: moving from project completion to operational ownership. He explains why “Santa Claus isn’t coming to town” during capital projects and why discipline and rigor are essential as projects shift from construction teams to operational stakeholders. The conversation dives into the reality of managing end-user requests during active projects, balancing expectations, and avoiding scope creep that can derail timelines and budgets. Jeff also highlights the importance of strong leadership alignment when addressing deferred maintenance, and how executive support can make the difference between reactive fixes and strategic long-term planning. Healthcare capital projects do not end at substantial completion. Success depends on operational readiness, clear governance, and leadership support. This episode explores how facilities teams can apply rigor, manage expectations, and ensure projects deliver long-term value once they transition into daily operations. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Jeff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-o-neill-a848403/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Earlier this year, Joint Commission rolled out its most significant change to hospital compliance in more than 60 years: Accreditation 360. In this recorded webinar, Tom Grice and Sharon Tyrrell guide facilities leaders through the essential updates and what organizations need to know to prepare for the new framework. The session explains how standards have been streamlined, chapters consolidated, and National Performance Goals updated, highlighting the practical steps teams can take to build sustainable systems and maintain readiness. Tom and Sharon offer guidance on aligning compliance efforts with high-quality patient care while navigating this major regulatory shift. This is not a theory. It is actionable insight from experts who understand the realities of healthcare facilities management. If you are responsible for compliance, survey preparedness, or facilities operations, this webinar provides clear, practical strategies to approach Accreditation 360 with confidence. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Thomas Grice: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-grice-msfm-bba-chfm-chop-779a5713/ 👥 Connect with Sharon Tyrrell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-tyrrell-chfm-chsp-31684921/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Zombies are not science fiction. They are the projects, meetings, rules, and habits that quietly consume time and resources while delivering little real value. In this episode, New York Times bestselling author Diana Kander joins Healthcare Facilities Network alongside industry leaders Michael Hatton and Dennis Ford to challenge how we define productivity in healthcare facilities management. Together, the panel explores the concept of “zombie projects” — initiatives that feel productive but fail to move the organization forward. Diana also introduces the idea of “watermelon projects” — projects that appear green on the outside but are red on the inside — and puts our industry experts to the test. From compliance requirements to standing meetings to legacy processes that “have always been done this way,” we unpack how zombies quietly drain team capacity, distract from strategic priorities, and create the illusion of progress. In an environment where healthcare facilities leaders are already balancing accreditation demands, capital planning, and operational risk, identifying and eliminating zombies becomes a leadership imperative. If you are responsible for facilities operations, compliance, or team performance, this conversation will challenge you to reassess what is truly adding value and what may be holding your organization back. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ 👥 Connect with Patrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-murphy-31a7439/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Diana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianakander/ 👥 Connect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-hatton-2b8bb214b/ 👥 Connect with Dennis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-ford-mha-chfm-chc-fashe-56853a51/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Winter isn’t slowing down, and neither can healthcare facilities. In this episode, Paul Cantrell brings his 40+ years of experience managing extreme weather to the table, from blizzards on the Massachusetts coast to hurricanes across the Mediterranean. We dive into practical strategies for storm preparation, in the moment management, and post-storm follow-up, which is an often overlooked but critical step for passing knowledge to the next generation of healthcare FM leaders. Whether you’re dealing with snow, ice, thunderstorms, or hurricanes, Paul shares real-world lessons and actionable best practices to keep your facility safe, operational, and resilient. This is not theory. It is field-tested guidance for anyone responsible for facilities operations, emergency preparedness, or leadership in healthcare environments. Equip yourself to manage severe weather confidently and strengthen your organization’s storm readiness. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Paul Cantrell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-cantrell-25204312/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.

Ruben Garcia’s impact on the healthcare facilities community was felt far and wide, and his legacy continues to inspire those who knew him. In this special episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, we’re joined by Jesse Flores and Josh Brackett to discuss an upcoming event honoring the life and legacy of Ruben Garcia. On Sunday, March 8, 2026, colleagues, friends, and industry partners will gather in Houston, Texas for the Ruben Garcia Taco Cook-Off, a day dedicated to celebrating Ruben’s life while supporting his family and the mission being established in his name. What: Ruben Garcia Taco Cook-Off When: Sunday, March 8, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Where: 1006 W 34th Street, Houston, Texas 77018 Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/haahe/2027169 All proceeds will support Ruben’s family and help fund the work of a new 501(c)(3) foundation being formed in his name. The foundation will provide scholarships and promote mental health awareness within the healthcare facilities community. If you are attending the PDC or will be in the Houston area, we encourage you to join in honoring Ruben’s legacy. Listen to this special episode to learn more about the event and how you can support the cause. 🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork 👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/ Today's Guests: 👥 Connect with Jesse Flores: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-flores-a58160a1/ 👥 Connect with Josh Brackett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-brackett/ ✅ Important Links To Follow: 👉 Cref: https://cref.com 👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/ 👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ ✅ Stay Connected With Us! 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974 👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast 📬 For Business Inquiries: [email protected] ================================= Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. © Healthcare Facilities Network.