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The Healthcare Facilities Network podcast highlights the essential role of facilities management in delivering high-quality patient care. Hosted by Peter Martin, this show brings you expert insights on the issues, trends, and solutions shaping the future of healthcare spaces. Learn from industry leaders and discover ways to drive positive change in your facility.

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June 12, 202626 min

Live from FHEA 2026: The Biggest Conversations in Healthcare Facilities

The Healthcare Facilities Network traveled to the Florida Healthcare Engineering Association (FHEA) Conference to connect with healthcare facility leaders, industry partners, and consulting professionals from across the state.In this special episode, HFN captures the conversations shaping healthcare facilities in 2026. Topics include workforce shortages, succession planning, leadership development, artificial intelligence, NFPA updates, product life cycle management, and the strategies organizations are using to prepare for the future of healthcare facility operations.Recorded live from the conference, these discussions highlight the real-world challenges facing healthcare facility departments and the innovative approaches leaders are taking to strengthen their teams, improve operations, and navigate an evolving industry.Thank you to the Florida Healthcare Engineering Association and its leadership team for welcoming Healthcare Facilities Network to the conference and allowing us to share these conversations with the broader healthcare facilities community.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Bobby Baird: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobby-baird-fashe-chfm-2ab07814/👥 Connect with Jennifer Bello: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-bello-bs-mph-chfm-che-4b8873174/👥 Connect with John Crouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-crouch-31aa83a/👥 Connect with Michael Neely: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-neely-a301a14a/👥 Connect with Taylor Benay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-benay-0a684071/👥 Connect with Jim Peterkin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-peterkin-35bbb66/👥 Connect with Patrick Murphy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-murphy-31a7439/👥 Connect with Steve Van Ness: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-van-ness-a8356017/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

May 29, 202658 min

AI, Labor Shortages & the Future of Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare is changing rapidly, and many of the forces shaping the future extend far beyond the walls of the hospital itself.In this episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, Hamilton Espinosa, Patrick Murphy, and Peter Martin, cover a wide range of topics influencing the healthcare facilities industry today — from AI and labor shortages to recruiting the next generation of professionals, generational differences in the workforce, evolving career paths, and the growing impact of data centers on infrastructure and energy demand.The conversation moves beyond traditional healthcare silos and explores the bigger market shifts affecting how organizations think about leadership, education, hiring, construction, and long-term planning. Along the way, the group shares perspectives on employee deficits, the value of a college education, field experience, and even why hard-plumbed bathrooms on construction sites may matter more than people realize.Rather than focusing on a single issue, this episode offers a broader look at the trends, challenges, and conversations helping shape the future of healthcare facilities and the people working within them.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Patrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-murphy-31a7439/👥 Connect with Hamilton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamilton-espinosa-70057521/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

May 15, 202655 min

The Real Purpose of Succession Planning in Healthcare Facilities

Succession planning is rarely a smooth process. According to Paul and Ryan, it involves life vests, knee scrapes, back stops, and sometimes avoiding the metaphorical bus altogether.In this episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, the conversation reframes succession planning as something much bigger: business continuity planning. Rather than simply preparing the next leader, Paul and Ryan explain why healthcare organizations must ensure hospitals continue to operate effectively when key players are suddenly unavailable or gone.The discussion dives into the leadership challenges that often prevent organizations from planning ahead, including fear, ego, and stubbornness. Paul and Ryan also explore the importance of mentorship, accountability, professional presence, and creating environments where future leaders are allowed to grow through experience without allowing mistakes to become catastrophic failures.As Ryan explains, one phrase Paul often uses captures that philosophy perfectly: “I’m gonna let you scrape your knee and not get hit by the bus.”Whether you are actively building future leaders or simply thinking about the long-term stability of your organization, this episode offers practical insight into developing people while protecting the future of the hospital.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-deviller-chfm-3626955/👥 Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-gagnon/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

May 1, 202635 min

AI Shay: A Beginner’s Guide to AI in Facility Operations

Artificial intelligence can feel overwhelming, especially for facilities professionals who may think they don’t have the time, technical knowledge, or need for it in their daily work. In this episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, Shay Rankhorn breaks down why getting started with AI may be easier — and more practical — than many think.Designed for the facilities leader who may be skeptical or unsure where to begin, this conversation focuses on simply starting. Drawing from his own experience in the same seat many listeners sit in today, Shay shares approachable ways to begin using AI to support everyday tasks, improve efficiency, and make work easier — without overcomplicating the process.For listeners already experimenting with AI, Shay also offers practical tips and tricks to augment your current approach and get even more value from the tools you may already be using.Whether you’re AI-curious, AI-cautious, or already testing its potential, this episode offers practical guidance to help facilities professionals take the next step.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Shay Rankhorn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayrankhorn/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

April 17, 202617 min

Live from TAHFM 2026: Facility Leaders & Conference Highlights

Live from TAHFM 2026, Healthcare Facilities Network brings you a first-of-its-kind conference coverage episode captured on-site in Allen, Texas. From the opening night concert to casino night and everything in between, our cameras were rolling to highlight the energy, insights, and conversations shaping healthcare facilities management.This episode features perspectives from healthcare facility leaders, vendor partners, and industry professionals across the conference floor. TAHFM President Taylor Vaughn joins us for a sit-down interview to discuss the importance of collaboration, education, and community within healthcare facilities management. We also connected with vendor-side leaders to explore how innovation, operational support, and technology continue to impact facilities teams across healthcare organizations.Beyond the formal sessions, this episode captures the value of in-person industry events — building relationships, sharing best practices, and learning directly from peers facing similar challenges. From leadership insights to vendor perspectives, the conversations highlight the evolving priorities of healthcare facilities management and the role conferences like TAHFM play in advancing the profession.This special conference recap delivers a behind-the-scenes look at TAHFM 2026 and showcases the voices helping shape the future of healthcare facilities management.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Skanda Skandaverl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skanda-v-skandaverl-a8665b14/👥 Connect with Shay Rankhorn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayrankhorn/👥 Connect with James Krochune: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameskrochune/👥 Connect with David Trask: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidtrask/👥 Connect with Joe Stockman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcstockman/👥 Connect with Taylor Vaughn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-vaughn-chfm-sashe-ba1443147/👥 Connect with John Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wilson-aia-chfm-sashe-0318ab85/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

April 3, 202635 min

Capital Healthcare Projects Done Right | Live from PDC Houston

Live from the PDC in Houston, Healthcare Facilities Network sits down with Jeff O’Neil of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital to unpack what it really takes to execute healthcare capital projects successfully.With a multidimensional professional background spanning construction, operations, and facilities leadership, Jeff brings a practical lens to one of the most challenging transitions in healthcare facilities management: moving from project completion to operational ownership. He explains why “Santa Claus isn’t coming to town” during capital projects and why discipline and rigor are essential as projects shift from construction teams to operational stakeholders.The conversation dives into the reality of managing end-user requests during active projects, balancing expectations, and avoiding scope creep that can derail timelines and budgets. Jeff also highlights the importance of strong leadership alignment when addressing deferred maintenance, and how executive support can make the difference between reactive fixes and strategic long-term planning.Healthcare capital projects do not end at substantial completion. Success depends on operational readiness, clear governance, and leadership support. This episode explores how facilities teams can apply rigor, manage expectations, and ensure projects deliver long-term value once they transition into daily operations.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Jeff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-o-neill-a848403/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

March 20, 202647 min

Joint Commission A360 Compliance Check In

Earlier this year, Joint Commission rolled out its most significant change to hospital compliance in more than 60 years: Accreditation 360. In this recorded webinar, Tom Grice and Sharon Tyrrell guide facilities leaders through the essential updates and what organizations need to know to prepare for the new framework.The session explains how standards have been streamlined, chapters consolidated, and National Performance Goals updated, highlighting the practical steps teams can take to build sustainable systems and maintain readiness. Tom and Sharon offer guidance on aligning compliance efforts with high-quality patient care while navigating this major regulatory shift.This is not a theory. It is actionable insight from experts who understand the realities of healthcare facilities management. If you are responsible for compliance, survey preparedness, or facilities operations, this webinar provides clear, practical strategies to approach Accreditation 360 with confidence.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Thomas Grice: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-grice-msfm-bba-chfm-chop-779a5713/👥 Connect with Sharon Tyrrell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-tyrrell-chfm-chsp-31684921/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

March 6, 202658 min

Workplace Zombies: What’s Draining Facilities Teams?

Zombies are not science fiction. They are the projects, meetings, rules, and habits that quietly consume time and resources while delivering little real value.In this episode, New York Times bestselling author Diana Kander joins Healthcare Facilities Network alongside industry leaders Michael Hatton and Dennis Ford to challenge how we define productivity in healthcare facilities management.Together, the panel explores the concept of “zombie projects” — initiatives that feel productive but fail to move the organization forward. Diana also introduces the idea of “watermelon projects” — projects that appear green on the outside but are red on the inside — and puts our industry experts to the test.From compliance requirements to standing meetings to legacy processes that “have always been done this way,” we unpack how zombies quietly drain team capacity, distract from strategic priorities, and create the illusion of progress.In an environment where healthcare facilities leaders are already balancing accreditation demands, capital planning, and operational risk, identifying and eliminating zombies becomes a leadership imperative.If you are responsible for facilities operations, compliance, or team performance, this conversation will challenge you to reassess what is truly adding value and what may be holding your organization back.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/👥 Connect with Patrick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-murphy-31a7439/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Diana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianakander/👥 Connect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-hatton-2b8bb214b/👥 Connect with Dennis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-ford-mha-chfm-chc-fashe-56853a51/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

February 27, 202651 min

Healthcare Facilities Storm Prep & Management Master Class

Winter isn’t slowing down, and neither can healthcare facilities. In this episode, Paul Cantrell brings his 40+ years of experience managing extreme weather to the table, from blizzards on the Massachusetts coast to hurricanes across the Mediterranean.We dive into practical strategies for storm preparation, in the moment management, and post-storm follow-up, which is an often overlooked but critical step for passing knowledge to the next generation of healthcare FM leaders.Whether you’re dealing with snow, ice, thunderstorms, or hurricanes, Paul shares real-world lessons and actionable best practices to keep your facility safe, operational, and resilient.This is not theory. It is field-tested guidance for anyone responsible for facilities operations, emergency preparedness, or leadership in healthcare environments. Equip yourself to manage severe weather confidently and strengthen your organization’s storm readiness.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Paul Cantrell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-cantrell-25204312/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.

February 20, 202639 min

HFN Special: The Ruben Garcia Taco Cook-off

Ruben Garcia’s impact on the healthcare facilities community was felt far and wide, and his legacy continues to inspire those who knew him. In this special episode of Healthcare Facilities Network, we’re joined by Jesse Flores and Josh Brackett to discuss an upcoming event honoring the life and legacy of Ruben Garcia.On Sunday, March 8, 2026, colleagues, friends, and industry partners will gather in Houston, Texas for the Ruben Garcia Taco Cook-Off, a day dedicated to celebrating Ruben’s life while supporting his family and the mission being established in his name.What: Ruben Garcia Taco Cook-OffWhen: Sunday, March 8, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PMWhere: 1006 W 34th Street, Houston, Texas 77018Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/haahe/2027169All proceeds will support Ruben’s family and help fund the work of a new 501(c)(3) foundation being formed in his name. The foundation will provide scholarships and promote mental health awareness within the healthcare facilities community.If you are attending the PDC or will be in the Houston area, we encourage you to join in honoring Ruben’s legacy. Listen to this special episode to learn more about the event and how you can support the cause.🚨 Subscribe to the Healthcare Facilities Network Podcast to gain awareness about the rewarding career of healthcare facilities management: / @healthcarefacilitiesnetwork👥 Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-martin-6284363b/Today's Guests:👥 Connect with Jesse Flores: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-flores-a58160a1/👥 Connect with Josh Brackett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-brackett/✅ Important Links To Follow:👉 Cref: https://cref.com👉 HFN Website: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Watch on YouTube: https://healthcarefacilitiesnetwork.com/👉Listen on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...👉Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vWorrUkfsBprrg5S2TUjZ✅ Stay Connected With Us!👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-facilities-network/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcarefacilitiesnetwork/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572807523974👉X: https://x.com/HFNPodcast📬 For Business Inquiries: pmartin@cref.com=================================Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of our publications. For all videos on my channel: This information is for general & educational purposes only. Always consult with an attorney, CPA, or financial professional for advice based on your specific situation. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.© Healthcare Facilities Network.