Jean-Pierre Segers and Jos Duchamps of Brains and Trees emphasize the critical role of learning and development in facility management. They discuss the diverse educational backgrounds of facility managers and stress the need for ongoing training to bridge skill gaps. Highlighting programs by IFMA, such as the Facility Management Professional Program, they underline the importance of combining managerial, technical, and emerging technology skills. They also touch on the impact of regulations and the shifting job market post-COVID. The conversation concludes with a call for lifelong learning and certification to ensure the future success of facility management professionals.

00:00 Introduction to Facility Management 

00:58 Meet the Experts: Jean Pierre Segers and Jos Duchamps 

02:10 The Importance of Training in Facility Management 

03:26 Bridging the Skills Gap 06:06 IFMA's Training Programs 

07:54 Sustainability and Regulation in Facility Management 

08:58 The Evolving Job Market and Lifelong Learning 

11:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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