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Summit Sessions

"Conversations from the peak of the facilities world."

A platform where industry leaders, innovators, and frontline experts share their perspectives on the systems, people, and technology that keep the built world running.

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Michael Marrazzo — CEO, Summit Facility Solutions

Each episode, Michael sits down with industry leaders — from operations experts to innovators — to explore what's shaping the future of the built environment. Because at Summit, great spaces don't happen by accident — they happen through partnership, precision, and purpose.

25–35 min per episode
New episodes every 2 weeks
5 themed series
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5 Themed Series

The Summit Sessions Universe

Each series dives deeper into a different side of facilities management — from bold tech innovation to the human stories behind the places we manage every day.

1. FM Disrupted 2. The Ops Collective 3. The Infrastructure Effect 4. People Behind the Places 5. The Cleaning Conversation
Series 1

FM Disrupted

"Where technology meets the built world."

Exploring how technology, data, and innovation are reshaping the facilities management industry. Think of it as the "TechCrunch meets Facilities" of the Summit ecosystem.

Focus

Technology, data, and the future of facility management.

Ideal Guests

PropTech founders, software developers, smart-building innovators, forward-thinking FM executives.

Episode Ideas
1
AI Meets FM: Predictive Analytics and Automation in Building Maintenance
2
The Rise of PropTech: What's Next for Smart Buildings and IoT
3
Digital Compliance: How Platforms Like VendrPro Redefine Vendor Risk
4
From Reactive to Predictive: The Future of Maintenance Strategy
5
Cybersecurity in Facilities: Protecting Digital Infrastructure
6
Sustainability Tech: Using Data to Drive Green Operations
7
The Tech Stack of Tomorrow: How Leading FMs Integrate New Tools
8
Summit365 Case Study: Digitizing the Client Experience
9
Data as the New Mop: How AI Is Cleaning Up FM
10
VendrPro and the Compliance Revolution
Series 2

The Ops Collective

"Where operations leaders connect and elevate."

A roundtable-style show where operations leaders, vendors, and facility innovators share how they keep organizations running smoothly.

Focus

Leadership, strategy, and operational excellence in facilities management.

Ideal Guests

COOs, facility directors, vendor partners, innovation leaders.

Episode Ideas
1
The COO Mindset: Running a Facility Like a Fortune 500 Business
2
Vendor Partnerships That Win: Building Relationships That Last
3
Scaling a National FM Brand: Lessons from the Summit Journey
4
Crisis Management Playbook: What to Do When Everything Breaks
5
ESG and Operations: The Intersection of Responsibility and Profitability
6
The Hidden Cost of Bad Data: Why Clean Ops Data Matters
7
The Power of the Partnered Approach: Culture, Collaboration, and Accountability
8
From Field to Boardroom: Developing Tomorrow's Facility Leaders
9
How COOs Build Culture Through Operations
10
From Janitor to GM: Climbing the Ladder in FM
Series 3

The Infrastructure Effect

"From foundation to future — the power of infrastructure."

A big-picture podcast exploring how infrastructure, people, and process shape performance. Executive-level conversations with architects, engineers, and sustainability experts.

Focus

How infrastructure impacts business performance, sustainability, and growth.

Ideal Guests

Architects, engineers, sustainability experts, Fortune 500 facility executives.

Episode Ideas
1
Designing for Efficiency: Why Great Infrastructure Starts with Design
2
Decarbonizing Facilities: Practical Paths to Net-Zero Operations
3
The Infrastructure Behind Innovation: How Physical Space Enables Creativity
4
Energy Resilience: Preparing for Climate and Grid Disruptions
5
The ROI of Preventative Maintenance: Quantifying Long-Term Gains
6
Construction Meets Facilities: Bridging the Gap Between Build and Operate
7
The Smart Campus Revolution: Connected Infrastructure in Higher Education
8
The Evolution of Corporate Real Estate: Adapting Post-COVID Spaces
9
Energy, Efficiency, and ESG: The New Infrastructure Priorities
10
Building Resilient Systems for Uncertain Times
Series 4

People Behind the Places

"Because behind every great place, there's a great team."

Humanizing the facilities industry — telling the stories of the people who make the built world function every day. From janitors to CEOs, these are the unsung heroes.

Focus

Real stories, career journeys, and culture from the world of facilities.

Ideal Guests

Facility staff, cleaning crews, maintenance techs, project managers, industry veterans.

Episode Ideas
1
From Janitor to CEO: The Career Ladder No One Talks About
2
Voices of the Frontline: Real Stories from Those Who Keep the Lights On
3
The Unsung Heroes of Cleaning: Recognizing the Backbone of Facilities
4
Women in Facilities: Breaking Barriers in a Male-Dominated Industry
5
Leadership Through Service: Why Humility Builds Strong Teams
6
Generational Shifts: The New Wave of Young Talent Entering FM
7
A Day in the Life: Shadowing a Maintenance Pro On-Site
8
Company Culture in Action: How Summit Builds Belonging and Pride
9
A Day in the Life of a Night Cleaner
10
Pride in the Job: Why Facilities Work Matters
Series 5

The Cleaning Conversation

"Where the cleaning industry gets real."

A focused show around janitorial innovation, hygiene standards, and sustainability. The definitive podcast for cleaning professionals and facility hygiene experts.

Focus

Innovation, hygiene, and sustainability in the janitorial sector.

Ideal Guests

Janitorial experts, supply manufacturers, sustainability officers, ISSA members.

Episode Ideas
1
Beyond Clean: Redefining Hygiene in the Post-Pandemic World
2
Green Chemistry: The Science of Sustainable Cleaning Solutions
3
The Robotics Revolution: How Automation Is Reshaping Janitorial Work
4
Supply Chain 360: The Journey from Manufacturer to Mop
5
Inside the JanSan Industry: Trends That Will Define the Next Decade
6
Health and Safety Standards: Meeting OSHA and EPA Expectations
7
Client Education: Helping Businesses Understand Clean ROI
8
The New Science of Clean: Tech, Training, and Transparency
9
Green Cleaning and Its Business Impact
10
Disinfecting the World: Lessons from 2020
Show Format

How Every Episode Sounds

Intro Script (~30 sec)

"Welcome to Summit Sessions, where we explore the people, systems, and innovations that keep the world's facilities moving forward. I'm Michael Marrazzo, CEO of Summit Facility Solutions, and each episode we sit down with industry leaders to talk about what's shaping the future of the built environment. Because at Summit, we believe great spaces don't happen by accident — they happen through partnership, precision, and purpose. This is Summit Sessions. Let's get started."

Outro Script (~20 sec)

"Thanks for joining us on this episode of Summit Sessions. If you enjoyed the conversation, make sure to subscribe and share the show. To learn more about Summit Facility Solutions, visit SummitFacilitySolutions.com or follow us on LinkedIn. Until next time — stay focused, stay innovative, and stay at the Summit."

Production Notes
Music Style
Subtle percussive rhythm with ambient synth — confident, professional, modern
Voice Style
Conversational but authoritative — warm, calm, and natural
Distribution
Spotify · Apple Podcasts · YouTube video episodes · LinkedIn clips

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If you're an industry leader, innovator, or operator with a story to tell — we want to hear from you. New episodes drop every two weeks.