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Rethinking the Language of Work: Insights from Maria Meschi of DORIS Research

By Heidi Langer posted 20 days ago
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Rethinking the Language of Work: Insights from Maria Meschi of DORIS Research CoreNet IKO Virtual Coffee Chat Recap – July 2025 In a time when workplace transformation continues to raise more questions than answers, Maria Meschi reminded us that sometimes the biggest unlock is not in new space or technology, but in the words we choose to describe our work. Maria, Lead Practice Strategist at DORIS Research, lead our July Coffee Chat to explore what she calls the “language of work”. She explained how words like productivity , collaboration , connection , and culture carry different meanings depending on who says them, where they sit in the organization, ...
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Designing for All Minds: Tracy Brower Brings Neuroinclusivity to the Workplace Conversation

By Heidi Langer posted 20 days ago
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Designing for All Minds: Tracy Brower Brings Neuroinclusivity to the Workplace Conversation By Brady Mick | June 2025 Each month, our IKO board brings you an industry expert with valuable insights, engaging stories, and thought-provoking perspectives on our ever-evolving world of work and place. In June 2025, we welcomed someone who embodies all of that and more, Dr. Tracy Brower. Tracy is Vice President of Workplace Insight at Steelcase, the author of The Secrets to Happiness at Work, Bring Work to Life , Crucial Connections (coming March 2026), and a senior contributor at Forbes and Fast Company . She’s also a trusted professional friend ...
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Tendência ou Sobrevivência? Sustentabilidade é Oportunidade!

By Beatriz Carvalho posted Aug 20, 2025
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A sustentabilidade deixou de ser apenas uma tendência para se consolidar como um caminho essencial de transformação, inovação e competitividade. No próximo encontro da CoreNet Global Brazil Chapter, vamos explorar como práticas de ESG e inovação no setor da construção e dos espaços corporativos podem gerar impacto positivo nos negócios, nas pessoas e nas cidades. Durante o evento, discutiremos por que a sustentabilidade e o ESG são tão relevantes, quais as principais tendências de mercado – incluindo mercado de carbono, taxonomia e políticas – e como certificações podem se tornar ferramentas estratégicas para mudanças ligadas ao clima, saúde, bem-estar ...
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📈 ALUGUEL EM ALTA E VENDAS EM DESACELERAÇÃO: O QUE ISSO REVELA SOBRE O MERCADO DE REAL ESTATE CORPORATIVO NO BRASIL?

By Beatriz Carvalho posted Jun 25, 2025
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O mercado de Corporate Real Estate segue em movimento — mas com sinais claros de que o caminho da locação tem sido mais atrativo do que o da compra. De um lado, os dados não mentem: os aluguéis de imóveis comerciais continuam crescendo em ritmo acelerado. Do outro, o mercado de vendas desacelera, pressionado por fatores macroeconômicos, como juros elevados e crédito mais restrito. Mas, afinal, o que isso significa na prática para empresas, ocupantes, investidores e profissionais do setor imobiliário corporativo? 🔍 Os motivos por trás dessa dinâmica O cenário atual reflete uma equação que combina: Aquecimento ...
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Debate estratégico: Reforma Tributária e suas implicações para o mercado de Corporate Real Estate

By Beatriz Carvalho posted Jun 11, 2025
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No dia 5 de junho de 2025, a CoreNet Global Chapter Brazil promoveu, em São Paulo, mais um encontro estratégico com foco em um dos temas mais relevantes para o setor: os impactos práticos da Reforma Tributária no mercado de Real Estate Corporativo. Realizado no Inspira Itaim, o evento reuniu profissionais, especialistas e tomadores de decisão em uma manhã de conteúdo técnico, debates de alto nível e networking qualificado. Necessário e atual A proposta do evento foi ir além da teoria e trazer uma visão prática sobre como a nova estrutura tributária afeta diretamente a gestão de ativos, contratos, precificação, investimentos e ...
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Relationship-Based Work: Designing for Human Connection in a Distributed World

By Heidi Langer posted May 21, 2025
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The Challenge: Loneliness, Disconnection, and Burnout in the Workplace Loneliness is no longer a fringe experience. Loneliness at work has become a structural challenge across every industry. As digital interaction grows, the human need for relational connection remains unmet. Remote and hybrid work models have increased flexibility, but often at the cost of camaraderie, casual interaction, and a shared identity. Many professionals today report feeling isolated, socially fatigued, burned out, and detached from their organizational culture. The workplace, once a daily source of informal touchpoints and social rhythm, now struggles to assert relevance ...
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Coffee, Connection, and a Compass for the Future: Reflections from Our Virtual Chat with Scott Wiley, CEO of CoreNet Global

By Heidi Langer posted Apr 20, 2025
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Coffee, Connection, and a Compass for the Future Reflections from Our Virtual Chat with Scott Wiley , FASAE, CAE, CEO of CoreNet Global There’s something refreshing about a virtual coffee chat that starts with stories instead of slides. That’s how our recent IKO conversation with Scott Wiley began, with Scott’s personal, candid, and full of purpose. Just 48 days into his role as CEO of CoreNet Global, Scott joined us not with fanfare, but with authenticity. He opened with memories of family, one-way streets in Indianapolis, and a nod to IKO as his “home chapter.” The moment was genuine and disarming, setting the tone for a conversation that was less ...
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Navigating Workplace Trends with Drew Suszko

By Heidi Langer posted Apr 20, 2025
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CoreNet Global Virtual Coffee Chat Recap: Navigating Workplace Trends with Drew Suszko By: Brady Mick , American Structurepoint Leader of Strategic Design March 12, 2025 Each month, our CoreNet Global IKO chapter brings you an industry expert with valuable insights, engaging stories, and thought-provoking perspectives on our ever-evolving world of work and place. In our latest CoreNet Global Virtual Coffee Chat, we had the privilege of hosting Drew Suszko, Workplace Market Leader at BHDP , to explore emerging trends in workplace strategy and design. Drew shared insights from recent data, real-world client experiences, and his personal perspective ...
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Navigating the Future of Commercial Real Estate: Insights from Andrew Urban

By Heidi Langer posted Mar 06, 2025
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Navigating the Future of Commercial Real Estate: Insights from Andrew Urban By: Brady Mick, American Structurepoint , Leader of Strategic Design Each month, our CoreNet Global IKO chapter brings you an industry expert with valuable insights, engaging stories, and thought-provoking perspectives on our ever-evolving world of work and place. Recently we welcomed a great friend of the IKO Chapter, past chapter chair, and respected industry leader, Andrew Urban . As Executive Vice President of Occupier Services at Colliers, Andrew helps clients across multiple industries navigate complex real estate transactions, strategic portfolio management, and property ...
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Corporate Responsibility in Shaping the Future of Cities: A Blueprint for Sustainable Urban Growth

By Heidi Langer posted Feb 19, 2025
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Prepared by Brady Mick, Strategic Design Leader, American Structurepoint At the recent CoreNet Global Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio (IKO) Chapter event in Columbus, Indiana, one recurring theme stood out among the discussions: the growing importance of corporate responsibility in urban planning and how it directly shapes the future of cities. Panelists from Cummins, CNO Financial Group, Humana, and other organizations explored how corporate real estate decisions go beyond financial returns, influencing the health, sustainability, and vibrancy of urban environments. The unexpected insights from this conversation made it clear that companies need to prioritize ...
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The Symbiotic Relationship Between Corporate Real Estate and Urban Development: Lessons from CoreNet Global IKO Chapter Event

By Heidi Langer posted Feb 14, 2025
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The Symbiotic Relationship Between Corporate Real Estate and Urban Development: Lessons from CoreNet Global IKO Chapter Event Brady Mick, Strategic Design Leader, American Structurepoint At the recent CoreNet Global Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio (IKO) Chapter event, held at Cummins in Columbus, Indiana, a critical theme emerged from the panel discussion:** the powerful and often underestimated symbiotic relationship between corporate real estate decisions and the vitality of urban communities.** Far from being a matter of leasing space and balancing costs, corporate real estate plays a transformative role in shaping the character, growth, and attractiveness ...
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Adaptability and Flexibility in the Post-Pandemic Hybrid Work Model: Rethinking Corporate Real Estate for a New Era

By Heidi Langer posted Feb 14, 2025
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Adaptability and Flexibility in the Post-Pandemic Hybrid Work Model: Rethinking Corporate Real Estate for a New Era Prepared by Brady Mick, Strategic Design Leader, American Structurepoint At the recent CoreNet Global Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio (IKO) Chapter event, industry leaders gathered to discuss one of the most pressing challenges facing corporate real estate today: the reality of hybrid work on corporate and civic identity . While the pandemic may have initially forced companies to reconsider how and where employees work, the long-term effects are only beginning to take shape. The panelists explored how corporations like** CNO Financial, Humana, ...
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What's on the CRE Economic Agenda for 2025?

By Heidi Langer posted Feb 10, 2025
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By Brady Mick , ASI Leader of Strategic Design What's on the CRE Economic Agenda for 2025? Each month, the Indiana-Kentucky-Ohio CoreNet Global chapter hosts a thirty-minute Coffee Chat, spotlighting insights from a leading expert in the real estate industry. On January 8, we were thrilled to welcome Alec Pacella , whose engaging presentation was so impactful that the session ran an additional fifteen minutes—without a single attendee logging off. Alec, a distinguished leader in commercial real estate and president of NAI Pleasant Valley , brings a wealth of experience with over $500 million in closed transactions and decades of expertise in brokerage, ...
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Student Spotlight: Tina Nguyen

By Erica Hunter posted May 10, 2024
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The Philadelphia Chapter has many talented and driven student members ready to contribute to member organizations through internships or full-time roles. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with the next generation of industry leaders. Please connect with our University Relations Chair Alan Kocher at alan.kocher@jll.com for information on student members seeking opportunities.      Student Spotlight: Tina Nguyen Temple University Student Real Estate Major '25      Tell us a little bit about your upcoming internship ...
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Student Spotlight: Nicole Stone

By Erica Hunter posted May 10, 2024
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The Philadelphia Chapter has many talented and driven student members ready to contribute to member organizations through internships or full-time roles. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with the next generation of industry leaders. Please connect with our University Relations Chair Alan Kocher at alan.kocher@jll.com for information on student members seeking opportunities.      Student Spotlight: Nicole Stone Temple University Student Facilities Management Major '24      Tell us a little about your ...
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June 15 | Cutting Edge Headquarters: Designing an Employee-Centric Workplace Experience

By Elise Bebko posted Jul 18, 2023
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June 15 | Cutting Edge Headquarters: Designing an Employee-Centric Workplace Experience

By Elise Bebko posted Jul 13, 2023
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Thank you to everyone who joined CoreNet Connecticut-Westchester for their Charter Communications Panelist Event and HQ Tour. It was a fantastic event and we look forward to seeing you at the next one! View photos from our event here. #ChapterEvent
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Celebrating Women’s History Month

By Erica Hunter posted Mar 29, 2023
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The Influence & Inspiration Behind the Women of CoreNet Philadelphia CoreNet Philadelphia celebrates Women’s History Month, recognizing the great contributions women have made to culture and society. We are grateful to the many women who dedicate their time and expertise to moving CoreNet Philadelphia’s mission forward and decided to ask three of these dynamic individuals about the inspiration behind their passion. We were both moved and inspired by their responses… Enjoy!! LeaAnn Molineux CoreNet Philadelphia Chapter President What are you inspired by, either personally or professionally? ...
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Falkbuilt Philadelphia: Sustainable interiors for greener Philadelphia future

By Erica Hunter posted Mar 02, 2023
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Falkbuilt Philadelphia in 2023 is capturing the tristate market by using proven construct on methods to build beautiful, high-performing, and cost-effective environments that are powered by technology. This manufacturer is focused on addressing glass and solid walls in the Healthcare, Education, Government , Hospitality and Commercial verticals with digital component construction. Peggy Kelly, Board Member of Cornet Philadelphia and co-chair of the DEI committee is leading the charge with her Falkbuilt Philly team to build this message of sustainability in construction. The company, at 2+ years old to date, has completed significant projects with ...
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Leading the Transition from Pandemic to Endemic

By Megan Parsons posted Jul 12, 2022
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Recently, our Chapter members and prospects came to an in-person program held at PepsiCo’s state of the art global headquarters facility. Guests arrived to the beautifully renovated PepsiCo’s Smile Café for some networking, followed by Chapter President Rebecca Nolan welcoming the group. The discussion was moderated by Scott Tibbo (Sireas) with a diverse panel consisting of Erica Wagner (PepsiCo), Jenya Adler (PepsiCo), Kristina Alfonso (PepsiCo) and Sajit Sankar (MasterCard). The discussion flowed organically with panelists offering a diverse perspective on how they’ve navigated their corporations through the pandemic and how they are leading their companies’ ...
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