# Resources — Let's Talk Facilities Articles, guides and insights for facilities, strata, cleaning and sustainability professionals. - Page: https://letstalkfacilities.com/resources ## Articles - [Your Solar Panels Are Probably Off Right Now and You Don't Know It | Daniel Lazarus](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/your-solar-panels-are-probably-off-right-now-and-you-dont-know-it-daniel-lazarus-RQ64k0) — 2026-04-15 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of #LetsTalkFacilities, Aaron and Tim sit down with Daniel Lazarus, CEO of Industrias Services Group to talk about ... - [Leadership and Women in Facilities with Kristy Megaw | Let's Talk Facilities](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/leadership-and-women-in-facilities-with-kristy-megaw-lets-talk-facilities-55Gru6) — 2026-04-07 _(Podcast)_ In this episode Aaron and Ben sit down with Kristy Megaw, Senior Director of Client Partnerships at Cushman & Wakefield. - [What It Takes to Run an Award-Winning Podcast | Let’s Talk Facilities](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/what-it-takes-to-run-an-award-winning-podcast-lets-talk-facilities-A6l3Xk) — 2026-04-01 _(Podcast)_ We walked into an awards night up against some of Australia's biggest FM industry players and walked out with the Facility ... - [From Cost Center to Strategic Asset: The Evolution of Facility Management](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/from-cost-center-to-strategic-asset-the-evolution-of-facility-management) — 2026-01-28 _(Article)_ Modern facility management is shifting from a "cost centre" to a strategic asset. By mastering data and stakeholder management, the industry can elevate its value and move beyond reactive maintenance. - [Drawing the Line between Facility and Asset Management with Ujwal Lakra](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/drawing-the-line-between-facility-and-asset-management-with-ujwal-lakra-fpfJYE) — 2025-12-12 _(Podcast)_ Facility managers and asset managers often get placed in the same bucket, but the work they do, the pressures they face, and the ... - [How carpets shape tenant perception](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/how-carpets-shape-tenant-perception-in-your-building) — 2025-12-11 _(Article)_ In property management, little details can have big consequences. One of the fastest ways to sour a tenant relationship is something far more visible: a dirty lobby. - [Protecting carpet lifespan through warranty care](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/protecting-carpet-lifespan-through-warranty-care) — 2025-12-11 _(Article)_ Proper carpet care protects your warranty and extends its lifespan. Choose a cleaning provider who follows manufacturer-approved methods to safeguard your investment and avoid costly replacements. - [5 Key Considerations for Your Year-End Carpet Cleaning](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/5-key-considerations-for-your-year-end-carpet-cleaning) — 2025-12-11 _(Webinar)_ Our GM of Cleaning Aaron Kelly shares five key carpet cleaning considerations for facility managers, covering moisture, mould, and maintenance to extend carpet life and reduce long-term costs. - [Sustainability in flooring: a team effort](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/sustainability-in-flooring-a-team-effort) — 2025-12-11 _(Article)_ The flooring industry can only achieve true sustainability when manufacturers, suppliers, and specialists work together to design, recover, and repurpose materials in a circular system. - [Growing in FM with Arbab Shah](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/growing-in-fm-with-arbab-shah-YlERV0) — 2025-12-01 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Aaron Kelly and Nick Grace sit down with Arbab Shah for an honest look at what it really ... - [Facilities with Purpose | A Conversation with Paul Sor](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/facilities-with-purpose-a-conversation-with-paul-sor-WSZQST) — 2025-11-11 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Aaron Kelly and Sammy Gilham sit down with Paul Sor, Head of Property and Asset ... - [Special: A Better Way to Build with Dave Moolman](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/special-a-better-way-to-build-with-dave-moolman-L36MOx) — 2025-11-05 _(Podcast)_ Sustainability is more than a corporate goal, it's personal. In this Let's Talk Facilities sustainability special, Tim Bradbury sit down ... - [Sustainability That Pays Off | Lauren Hamilton](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/sustainability-that-pays-off-lauren-hamilton-V7JBFt) — 2025-10-22 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Aaron Kelly and Nicholas Grace talk with Lauren Hamilton from Smart Commercial Solar ... - [5 Key Considerations for Your Year-End Carpet Cleaning](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/5-key-considerations-for-your-year-end-carpet-cleaning-Jzo-G-) — 2025-10-17 _(Podcast)_ End-of-year cleans aren't just about making carpets look fresh. They're your chance to reset for the year ahead. In this video, our ... - [Designing Workplace Strategy with Dr Agustin Chevez](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/designing-workplace-strategy-with-dr-agustin-chevez-N1QQ2N) — 2025-10-07 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Aaron Kelly and Sammy Gilham are joined by Agustin Chevez, architect and workplace ... - [Special: Building a Circular Future with Paul Rosenberg Vella](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/special-building-a-circular-future-with-paul-rosenberg-vella--2XgtI) — 2025-09-30 _(Podcast)_ In this special episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Ben Young and Tim Bradbury sit down with Paul Vella from Revert Group to explore ... - [Why Emergency Management Matters for Facility Managers | Gaurav Bhalla](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/why-emergency-management-matters-for-facility-managers-gaurav-bhalla-NbVuBM) — 2025-09-16 _(Podcast)_ Emergencies unfold in seconds—and the first five minutes are the most critical. In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Aaron Kelly ... - [Values-Driven Facilities Management with Mark O’Connell](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/values-driven-facilities-management-with-mark-oconnell-qMGd9r) — 2025-09-03 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, we sit down with Mark O'Connell, Head of Property at St Vincent de Paul, to explore how ... - [Special: Sustainability with Aidan Mullan](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/special-sustainability-with-aidan-mullan-yEInKK) — 2025-08-25 _(Podcast)_ In this special episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Ben Young and Tim Bradbury sit down with Aidan Mullan from Interface to explore ... - [Mentorship, Diversity, and the Future of FM | with Leah Ong](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/mentorship-diversity-and-the-future-of-fm-with-leah-ong-QXelsq) — 2025-08-20 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Aaron Kelly and Nick Grace sit down with Leah Ong to explore mentorship, diversity, ESG, ... - [Facility Management is Changing | Duncan Waddell](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/facility-management-is-changing-duncan-waddell-J_TI1f) — 2025-08-05 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, Aaron Kelly and Ben Young sit down with Duncan Waddell, an esteemed global leader in ... - [Clean Air: Shining a Light on Indoor Air Quality with Zac Gilder](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/clean-air-shining-a-light-on-indoor-air-quality-with-zac-gilder-o-IPQq) — 2025-07-22 _(Podcast)_ In this enlightening episode, Zac Gilder from Steril-Aire joins hosts Ben Young and Aaron Kelly for an in-depth discussion on ... - [Wick back: Stains that come back to haunt you](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/wick-back-stains-that-come-back-to-haunt-you) — 2025-07-21 _(Article)_ Restoration cleans are an essential first step to bring carpets back to life. But when hidden stains start to wick back days later, understanding why it happens and how to fix it is key. - [Leading with Impact: People and Expectations in Facility Management](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/leading-with-impact-people-and-expectations-in-facility-management-EuBfN8) — 2025-07-08 _(Podcast)_ Join hosts Aaron Kelly and Sammy Gilham as they chat with Jennifer Longstaff, a dynamic leader in facility management. In this ... - [Charles Hammersla on Facility Management, Integrity, and Community Impact](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/charles-hammersla-on-facility-management-integrity-and-community-impact-b7gObs) — 2025-06-24 _(Podcast)_ Join Aaron Kelly as he has a conversation with Charles Hammersla, a seasoned facility management leader, for an inspiring ... - [The wild west of commercial carpet cleaning](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/the-wild-west-of-commercial-carpet-cleaning) — 2025-06-16 _(Webinar)_ Discover the world of commercial carpet cleaning in our recent webinar, tailored for facility managers. - [Carpet cleaning in a call centre that never switches off](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/carpet-cleaning-in-a-call-centre-that-never-switches-off) — 2025-06-16 _(Case Study)_ Quiet, non-disruptive floor care amid the chaos of a 24/7 operation - without missing a single call. - [Reviving misfit cream carpets in a prestigious law firm](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/reviving-misfit-cream-carpets-in-a-prestigious-law-firm) — 2025-06-16 _(Case Study)_ How we revived and brought the 'wow' back to light, plush, high pile carpets at an iconic Melbourne firm. - [SynSisal cleaned right: A national service provider's cleaning blueprint](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/synsisal-cleaned-right-a-national-service-providers-cleaning-blueprint) — 2025-06-16 _(Case Study)_ How Manufacturers & Distributors, like Gibbon Architectural, lean on Premrest to ensure lasting end-user experience nationwide. - [Slipping past hazards: A granite safety transformation](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/slipping-past-hazards-a-granite-safety-transformation) — 2025-06-16 _(Case Study)_ How we restored 80 Collins Street's granite flooring with 'out of the box' slip safety solutions. - [Accurate Data, Smarter Decisions: Leanne Cluley Unpacks Asset Auditing](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/accurate-data-smarter-decisions-leanne-cluley-unpacks-asset-auditing-PSyWle) — 2025-06-10 _(Podcast)_ Join Aaron Kelly and Sammy Gilham as they sit down with Leanne Cluley, Founder & CEO of Reduxo, to dive into the world of ... - [Building Digital Estates: Jade Germantis on Data-Driven Facilities](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/building-digital-estates-jade-germantis-on-data-driven-facilities-V8iN6B) — 2025-05-27 _(Podcast)_ In this episode, hosts Ben Young and Aaron Kelly sit down with Jade Germantis, Program Director of Digital Estate at The ... - [Simplifying Workplace Safety: With Sue Bottrell](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/simplifying-workplace-safety-with-sue-bottrell-y_F0Os) — 2025-05-13 _(Podcast)_ In this episode, hosts Aaron Kelly and Sammy Gilham sit down with Sue Bottrell from ContractorSAFE to tackle the critical topic of ... - [Webinar: The Wild West of Commercial Carpet Cleaning](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/webinar-the-wild-west-of-commercial-carpet-cleaning-ALbx2A) — 2025-05-02 _(Podcast)_ Discover the world of commercial carpet cleaning in our recent webinar, The Wild West of Commercial Carpet Cleaning, tailored ... - [Rising in Facilities: Louise Rowe on Recruitment and Career Growth](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/rising-in-facilities-louise-rowe-on-recruitment-and-career-growth-GH-SmK) — 2025-04-29 _(Podcast)_ In this episode of Let's Talk Facilities, hosts Aaron Kelly and Ben Young from Premrest sit down with Louise Rowe from Pinpoint ... - [Unlocking the Future of Facility Management with Nicholas Burt](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/unlocking-the-future-of-facility-management-with-nicholas-burt--vsaOr) — 2025-04-15 _(Podcast)_ The episode kicks off with a powerful idea: facility managers don't need to be experts in every field, but they must master the art of ... - [Proactive or Reactive? Facility Management Unpacked](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/proactive-or-reactive-facility-management-unpacked-1GJZmL) — 2025-04-01 _(Podcast)_ Aaron Kelly, Ben Young, and Sammy Gilham from Premrest discuss what it looks like being proactive vs. reactive in facility ... - [Natural Stone in Facilities: Maintenance with Mark Elliott](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/natural-stone-in-facilities-maintenance-with-mark-elliott-lPopih) — 2025-03-06 _(Podcast)_ Aaron Kelly and Colin Saddington sit down with Mark Elliott to discuss the use of natural stone in commercial facilities, particularly ... - [Let's Talk Facilities - Sustainable Flooring](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/lets-talk-facilities-sustainable-flooring-A0ygL_) — 2025-02-18 _(Podcast)_ In this episode, Ben Young sits down with Tim Bradbury to explore his unique career journey—from architecture to build-to-rent ... - [Flooring the Future: Bob Foletta’s Legacy in Commercial Flooring](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/flooring-the-future-bob-folettas-legacy-in-commercial-flooring-XeNn0A) — 2025-02-10 _(Podcast)_ Welcome to Episode 2 of Let's Talk Facilities Join Colin Saddington and Aaron Kelly from the Premrest team as they chat with Bob ... - [Let's Talk Facilities - Introduction](https://letstalkfacilities.com/articles/lets-talk-facilities-introduction-ez4HOC) — 2025-02-05 _(Podcast)_ Welcome to Episode 1 of Let's Talk Facilities! In our very first episode, hosts Colin Saddington, Aaron Kelly, and Sammy Gilham ...