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The Facilities Management Exchange
The Facilities Management Exchange
Author: Mark Robinson
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The new leading Facilities Management podcast.
🎙️ What to Expect
-In-depth conversations with experts across the FM/PM industry
-Real-world experiences and success stories
-Emerging trends, technology, and strategies shaping the sector
Whether you’re a facilities manager, service provider, or simply passionate about the built environment, this podcast will be your go-to source for knowledge and inspiration.
13Â Episodes
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Welcome to Episode #9 of The Facilities Management Exchange! We're joined by Co-CEO Reuben Heppelthwaite of Not Just Cleaning, alongside James Makanjuola and John Makanjuola - better known as the Maka Twins - founders of Makagroup Cleaning. In this episode expect: Entrepreneurial roots and family legacyBuilding a commercial cleaning company from scratchMaking cleaning cool Speed, risk and resilience in businessThe power of story, trust and social mediaThe future of Facilities Manag...
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Mark is joined by three inspiring leaders from the world of Facilities Management and Security: Satia Rai, Steven Downie and Craig Dougal. Satia Rai is a recognised global leader in the private security sector, COO of Leverage Security and CEO of the International Professional Security Association (IPSA). With nearly 30 years’ experience, she has led transformational change across the industry and founded Security Industry Pride in London and the ...
In this FMX BITE, Mark asks the question: what advice would you give to your younger self if you were starting in FM today. The guests give our listeners some amazing advice. Give this short one a listen!
In this FMX Bite, each guest shares their unique journey into the dynamic world of Facilities Management. Packed with inspiration, this episode is perfect for students starting university who are exploring different paths and wondering how to approach their future differently. It also highlights how a career in FM equips you with invaluable, real-world life skills that extend far beyond the workplace.
In this FMX BITE, Daniel and Colin discuss: Time is our greatest commodityImportance of being a spongeConsume the content that is right in front of you. Not on your phonesThe principles by which you live your life are the most important thingProperty is a people business
In this FMX BITE, Colin Becker breaks down why playing the long game matters in business. With over 30 years of experience at Metrus, he shares hard-earned lessons and practical advice for young professionals looking to build a lasting career in property.
In this insightful and energising episode of The Facilities Management Exchange, we dive into the heart of commercial property and workplace culture with two highly respected industry professionals whose careers have been built on work ethic, people-first thinking, and long-term vision. Episode #7 – Discovering Property and Culture – brings together Daniel Major and Colin Becker for a powerful conversation that explores not only how the property industry has evolved, but how mindset, principl...
In this compelling episode of The Facilities Management Exchange, we sit down with two outstanding security professionals whose real-world experience, insight, and straight-talking approach shine a light on one of the most critical challenges facing modern facilities and organisations: keeping people safe in an increasingly complex and unpredictable world. Our guests come from different backgrounds, yet they share a common mission — raising standards across the security sector, improving ris...
In this powerful episode of The Facilities Management Exchange, we sit down with three remarkable professionals whose personal stories, expertise, and lived experience shine a light on one of the most pressing challenges facing modern workplaces: wellbeing. Our guests come from different backgrounds, yet they share a common mission—helping people navigate stress, overwhelm, addiction, trauma, technology overload, changing expectations, and the relentless pace of work. Their openness offers in...
In this episode of The Facilities Management Exchange, we sit down with three outstanding workplace professionals who are shaping the future of the industry. Their diverse backgrounds, impressive achievements, and unique perspectives make this a conversation you won’t want to miss. James Murphy brings a wealth of experience and a reputation for excellence across the Facilities and Workplace landscape. Having successfully transitioned through multiple roles in his career, he now leads on a sin...
In this episode of The Facilities Management Exchange, we sit down with three outstanding engineers whose careers in Facilities Management are truly inspiring. Ally MacIver is an accomplished Engineering and Technical Services Manager with a distinguished track record across building management, logistics, and the supply chain sector. His breadth of experience and leadership speaks for itself. Joshua Slade, the youngest guest on the panel, currently serves as Technical Manager at the Museum o...
In this episode of The Facilities Management Exchange, we sit down with three facilities leaders whose careers prove there’s no single route into FM — but passion, resilience, and people-first values will take you far. Ciara Murphy brings over 20 years of experience in facilities and property management, known for her personable yet highly professional approach. With a natural ability to form strong relationships with clients, teams, and occupiers, she shares how human connection remains at t...
Welcome to the first episode of The Facilities Management Exchange! In this episode, Mark is joined by Wesley Allvey, Ella Gladwin and Wayne young who are all astounding and impressive individuals in Facilities Management. Wesley Allvey (The Godfather of FM) is a fellow in the IWFM and an incredible Operations director with bags of experience in the industry. Ella Gladwin (The foot-soldier of FM) is a Degree Apprentice in Business Chartered Management as well as being the lead in the ...










