The Tenant Experience Network (TEN) features leading commercial real estate (CRE) professionals in conversation with HILO Co-founder & CEO, David Abrams. Each episode cuts through the ever-evolving, and sometimes polarizing opinions around the future of the workplace, and what it means for the importance of buildings and tenant experience.
From hybrid solutions to newly imagined spaces and amenities, TEN covers the latest thinking and insights on all things property and tech from people in the trenches: building owners, property managers, tenants and leading PropTech founders.
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Michael Przytula | Managing Director | Intelligent & Digital Workplaces | Accenture | The people side of workplace technology
Season 4 / Episode 2 / 36:20
In this episode, Michael notes that the built environment has really pivoted to being about the experiences and spaces that make a workplace that people love to work in. His ultimate goal is to create a standardized, streamlined and unified experience, no matter where people work.
Antonia Cardone | Americas Lead | Total Workplace | Cushman & Wakefield | The value of being together in the workplace
Season 4 / Episode 1 / 41:46
In this episode, Antonia shares a number of reasons people want to be in the office. In the past, being in the office was about having access to “stuff”, whereas today the new emphasis is on socialization and collaboration. She suggests that while amenities and environment are important, the “value” of being together is the real driver of spending time in the office.
Kendall Pretzer | CEO | Grace Hill | The creative and flexible imperative for hybrid work success
Season 3 / Episode 22 / 35:01
In this episode, we learn that Kendal believes hybrid work may well be the new normal, and companies must be flexible and creative to help it succeed. Kendall reminds us that people are people, and there is a need for some in-person collaboration and casual conversation.
Sara Tabita | Community Experience Manager | Granite Properties | Facilitating workplace needs through tenant partnerships
Season 3 / Episode 21 / 27:02
In this episode, Sara acknowledges the shift from office space to office experience, and the need for buildings to provide their tenants with unique and memorable experiences that will also foster a sense of community. She stresses the importance of communication to help inform customers of any changes that may be necessary to deliver a better workplace experience.
Becky Hanner, BOMA Fellows Chair and Principal at Commercial Asset Services | The customization of tenant amenities and ROI | 24:16
Season 2 / Episode 4
In this episode, we will learn about Becky’s journey to her current role at Commercial Asset Services, where she combines her early experience working in accounting, with her training in property and asset management.
Steve Simoni, Founder of Bbot | How human interactions in CRE can create new social networks | 24:32
Season 2 / Episode 3
In this episode, we will learn about Steve’s journey to his current role at Bbot, where he combines his experience from working in the navy as a nuclear engineer, with his previous learning as a first-time founder.
Jaime McKenna, Managing Director, Group Head of Real Estate at Fengate | Why sensors & data are worthy of technology investment | 27:31
Season 2 / Episode 2
In this episode of TEN, Jaime McKenna joins host David Abrams and talks about the career path that has led to her current Managing Director position at Fengate, where she regularly applies her extensive experience in finance and investment.
Caleb Parker, Founder of Bold | Putting customers first when it comes to CRE | 24:18
Season 2 / Episode 1
In this episode, we will learn about Caleb’s journey to his current position at Bold, where he combines his learning from his experience as a founder and executive in the flexible workspace industry.
Season Two | Trailer | 1:13
Season 2 / Episode 0
Join us for season 2 as we continue our conversations with leading CRE professionals who all have something to say about the impact of technology on tenant experience in the built world.
Lorri Rowlandson, Senior Vice President, BGIS | How technology drives data insights | 33:00
Season 1 / Episode 10
In this episode, we will learn about Lorri’s journey to her current position at BGIS, where she builds on the intersection of real estate operations and innovation through strategic thought leadership.
Annie Rinker, Director, Office of Innovation, Hines | How tech is changing Tenant Experience | 38:02
Season 1 / Episode 9
In this episode, we will learn about Annie’s journey to her current position at Hines, where she builds on the intersection of co-working and traditional commercial real estate by exploring ways to drive value.
David Popler, Managing Director, Solutions Development, JLL | Using data to elevate client service | 35:11
Season 1 / Episode 8
In this episode, we will learn about David’s journey to his current position at JLL, where he combines his learning from such roles as Chief Revenue Officer to Vice President of Business Development.
Matt Knight, PropTech Investor | How tech will get us back to the workplace | 29:10
Season 1 / Episode 7
In this episode, we will learn about Matt’s journey to his current role as investor and board member, where he combines his learning from early days in private equity, to becoming a “PropTech nerd”.
Kay Sargent, Sr. Principal, Director of WorkPlace, HOK | Tech-enabled environments & doing what you love | 31:51
Season 1 / Episode 6
In this episode, we will learn about Kay’s journey to her current position at HOK, where she applies her expertise in workplace design and strategy issues to create thoughtful solutions for her clients.