Presented by: Sean Grundy, Co-Founder | Bevi
Matt Gavula, Sales Manager | Farmer's Fridge
Gerard Visser, Head of Workplace Services | SeatGeek

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Curious about optimizing your office space through data? Join our 30-minute panel discussion, "The Future of Food & Beverage is All About Convenience," where we explore how your Food & Beverage program can drive efficient facility management. 

• Ever wondered if you could close certain floors on specific days or reduce HVAC costs? Discover  how leveraging F&B data can lead to smarter space utilization and cost savings. Our experts will showcase various F&B technologies that reveal valuable trends and share innovative strategies for applying this data to enhance office efficiency. 

• We’ll delve into current F&B trends and their impact on evolving office environments, focusing on how these trends improve employee well-being, productivity, and company culture. 
• Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights into making your workplace more adaptable and efficient. 

Location: Innovation Arena 1

Presented by: Nic Halverson, CEO, Co-founder | Occuspace

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Are you struggling to optimize your workspace in the age of hybrid work? This presentation will guide you through building and implementing a successful workspace utilization strategy. Presented by experts from Occuspace, we'll explore the latest in occupancy data technology, including advanced sensor options and flexible desk configurations. Learn how to leverage consulting analysts and integration platforms to streamline your processes. We'll also discuss effective policies for hybrid work and return-to-office (RTO) strategies. Attendees will leave with actionable insights and concepts to optimize space utilization, enhance employee experience, and align workspace decisions with broader business goals. 

Location: Innovation Arena 2

Presented by: Ross Leibowitz, Senior Director, Workplace Products | Tango

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The modern workplace is being shaped by two significant trends: the increased utilization of advanced technologies and the shift in how workforces are physically distributed, leading to the rise of hybrid work models. To create optimal workplaces, organizations must reduce the risk of incorrect space allocations, plan for future space requirements, avoid overspending, and enable a more sustainable approach. In this session, we will uncover the strategies to overcome the trials of managing a hybrid workplace in 2024, from combing through disconnected and isolated data, managing energy and sustainability, to creating a workplace that prioritizes employee well-being and satisfaction. We’ll discuss the importance of leveraging adaptable, leading-edge technology that is constantly innovating to keep up with the evolving workplace.

Location: Innovation Arena 1

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The digitization of the built environment is accelerating at a pace that may only be surpassed by legislation and corporate reporting changes and requirements. Facility and compliance management are rapidly changing, and managers are struggling to keep up in the face of constant budget and resource constraints. This evolution is pushing today's managers to find ways to leverage innovative and integrated technology systems to streamline facility sustainability, health, safety and compliance management. UL Solutions ULTRUS software offerings are designed to help businesses keep pace and meet these ever-changing needs. In this session, we will explore solutions to these challenges, the future of building and compliance management and walk-through innovative, technology-driven solutions for today’s building and compliance managers.

Location: Innovation Arena 2

Presented by: Chris Ryans, Director of Business Development | Planon
Jay Shah, Solutions Advisor Manager – North America | Planon

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Facility management personnel play a critical role in the future of sustainability and resilience efforts. They are responsible for knowing the ins and outs of their own unique organizations: they fix things that are broken, recognize when spaces are uncomfortable, know when water fails to flow (or flows too much), among countless other examples. In short, this means organizations' facilities departments have access to insider knowledge, also known as building performance data, which is what organizations should use as a baseline for ESG goal setting. In this session, learn about the important role facility management and FM technologies have in identifying and reaching organizational ESG goals.

Location: Innovation Arena 2

Presented by: Meg Swanson, Chief Marketing Officer | Eptura

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What leaders need now are insights into how occupants are using spaces — and a facility management strategy focused on meeting people’s needs, supporting sustainability goals, and extending asset lifecycles. In this discussion, we’ll look at FM investments in all their dimensions — from facility, workplace, and asset management to technology, ESG, sustainability, occupant engagement, and experience. We’ll explore predictions and recommendations based on comprehensive reporting on data from 2.7 million desks, 37,000 buildings, and 44,000 floors from over 8,000 businesses across industry verticals. Plus, we’ll spotlight how digital connectivity and AI adoption are enhancing forecasting and operational strategies and helping businesses foster a more personalized, inclusive, and optimized work environment.

Location: Innovation Arena 2

Presented by: Jade Campbell, SMB AE Manager | Envoy

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Securing the workplace isn't getting easier. A staggering 56% are experiencing an increase in the number and severity of threats. Workplace security is top of mind for everyone. And, when you consider what's at stake, it's easy to see why. Security attacks can cost organizations a lot financially. Spending on workplace security is set to increase by 14.3% this year, totaling $215 billion. In this session, we’ll share the top strategies to protect your people and intellectual property

Location: Innovation Arena 1

Presented by: Nick Newell, Enterprise Food Programs | ezCater

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91% of decision makers think that a scalable, recurring meal program would be useful for their workplace and leaders report that more employees show up to the office on days when the company provides free food. With hybrid workplaces here to stay, leaders are starting to consider what a transformation to their workplace dining experience might look like.

Location: Innovation Arena 1

Presented by: Justin Barhill, Sr Director of Sales & Marketing | Amentum

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Discover how augmented reality (AR) can transform the industry by addressing the pressing skilled labor shortage and enhance operational efficiency. This session will showcase the power of augmented reality in addressing today’s challenges. We’ll introduce our AR Remote Expert Program, designed to expedite repair processes and enhance the efficiency of technical training. Attendees will see how AR has done for field technicians what screen sharing did for the office, providing on-the-spot guidance and support. We’ll discuss the application of AR technology in real-world scenarios, revealing how it improves diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities. Don’t miss out on this chance to see how augmented reality can revolutionize your facility maintenance practices and address the labor shortage head-on. 

What You’ll Gain: 

Enhanced Technician Efficiency: Learn how AR technology drastically reduces repair times and boosts diagnostic accuracy.  

Improved Technical Training: Explore how AR can streamline, preparing your workforce with cutting-edge tools. 

Location: Innovation Arena 2

Presented by: Josh Lowe, Co-Founder & Chief Solutions Officer | AkitaBox

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In this dynamic session, we invite you to explore the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Facility Management industry, with a focus on how it is redefining the concept of readiness and changing the way we approach operations. This session will provide facility managers with an in-depth understanding of AI-driven tools, techniques, and strategies that can help their organizations become more efficient, agile, and proactive. Delving into real-life case studies and practical examples, our expert speaker will unveil the potential of AI to revolutionize processes like preventive maintenance, occupant experience, energy management, and more. Attendees will also learn about the critical role of digital transformation in staying ahead of the curve and ensuring long-term viability in the ever-evolving landscape of Facility Management. Join us for this enlightening session, gain valuable insights into the possibilities unleashed by AI, and learn how to harness its power to thrive in the digital age. Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover innovative solutions for your organization and stay on the cutting edge of industry advancements.

Location: Innovation Arena 1