Beyond Buildings: Exploring Facilities Management

In this episode, our host, Brian Gregory, sits down with Matthew Pace, former Director of Maintenance and Operations at Queen Creek Unified School District. Together, they discuss the power of data-driven decision-making and its impact on team culture and performance. They cover: 

• [00:00:47] Matthew's background and transition from his own private business as a landscaper to public education

• [00:03:47] Challenges faced in implementing data-driven approaches

• [00:05:18] "Grandma's Potroast" and how it relates to the importance of change

• [00:06:25] An example of a change Matthew implemented in his district based on the data he gathered

• [00:08:32] Leveraging data to enhance the reputation of your team and justify additional budget

• [00:13:07] How leveraging data can improve team culture and morale

• [00:16:14] Using data to work through challenging situations and conflict

• [00:18:40] How to start a career in facilities management