Start Time:
10/15/2025 10:00:00 AM
End Time:
10/15/2025 11:15:00 AM
Join Jim Obermaier, Senior Director of Engineering & Facilities at Marriott International, for a candid Fireside Chat on what it means to lead with empathy, adaptability, and purpose in the facilities management world. Moderated by Building Operating Management's editorial team, this session will explore how strong leadership, personal connection, and strategic thinking can drive both team engagement and operational excellence. Jim will share insights from his journey—shaped by military service, hospitality experience, and a teacher’s mindset—to help attendees reframe their own leadership approach.
- Discover practical strategies for building trust and engagement within facilities teams.
- Learn how to balance technical demands with people-first leadership.
- Gain insight into how personal resilience and adaptability shape long-term career growth.