VLE: Leveraging Technology to Build a Competitive Edge - Part 2: Insights from Women in Facility Management
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In Part 2 of our exploration into the evolving landscape of facility management, we continue to highlight the pivotal role women play in driving innovation and transformation. This engaging fireside chat will showcase how these visionary leaders are strategically leveraging emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and gain competitive advantages in the industry. Join us as we uncover the ways women are reshaping the future of facility management and setting new standards for success.
Kim Goei
President
Fexa
Kim Goei is driven by an impassioned dedication to fostering and advancing substantial business ventures, championing them with an invigorating enthusiasm and heartfelt empathy to affect meaningful change. Kim's professional journey began in operations, honing her expertise with renowned global entities like Virgin Group, Anthropologie, and Reading International. In 2014, she embarked on her entrepreneurial path, forming her company, GOEI Group, aimed to propel growth alongside esteemed partners like Birchbox and Oakland Coffee. As a loud and proud working mom, Kim currently helms the company, Fexa, as its leader and President, steering the SaaS company toward a visionary horizon of enhanced success, efficiency, and the transformation of facilities management practices. Beyond her executive role, she proudly contributed to her leadership vision by serving on boards including Conscious Capitalism and ConnexFM and also contributes mentorship and initiative to support diversity, equity and inclusion.
Teresa Rund
Facilities System Support Supervisor
Heartland Dental
As Heartland Dental’s Facilities Systems Supervisor, Teresa Rund is dedicated to optimizing operational efficiency and streamlining work processes. With a passion for collaboration and relationship building, workflow efficiencies, supplier diversity, and data analysis she thrives in creating innovative solutions to address complex challenges.
Teresa’s journey in facilities management began two and a half years ago when she joined the team to implement ServiceChannel for Heartland. One of Teresa’s proudest achievements in this role has been leading the implementation of Heartland’s phased rollout of ServiceChannel. This initiative has transformed Heartland’s facility management procedures, enhancing productivity and customer satisfaction. Her dedication to excellence and keen attention to detail has ensured a seamless integration, yielding significant cost savings and improved service delivery.
Carly Pendley
National Sales Executive
Stratus
Carly Pendley is a 6-year ConnexFM member and an experienced Business Development Manager with a demonstrated history in the construction industry. She is skilled in negotiation, budgeting, operations management, retail, and sales. Carly holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Hospitality Administration/Management from the University of South Carolina-Columbia and is a strong business development professional.
Alexandria Pegnato
President, COO
Pegnato Roof Intelligence Network
Alexandria Pegnato is the President and COO of Pegnato Roof Intelligence Network, LLC, where she leads the development of the PRIN™ platform—an innovative solution designed to help national clients manage their commercial roof portfolios for optimal cost efficiency. Since joining Pegnato in 2011, Alexandria has been instrumental in curating high-quality transactions between national accounts and top local roofing contractors and manufacturers. Under her leadership, the PRIN platform has set the industry standard for connecting portfolio managers with premier roofing services, driving significant growth for the company.
Alexandria holds a BS from San Diego State University and an MBA from Pepperdine University. She is an active member of RFMA, Connex, ICSC, and NRCA, with specialties in entrepreneurship, leadership, software design, customer service, and relationship building.
Cassandra Blades
National Sales Manager
Professional Retail Services, Inc.
As the National Sales Manager at Professional Retail Services, Cassandra leverages her sales and marketing expertise to generate new business opportunities and build long-term relationships with clients in the facility services industry. With over 14 years of experience in sales, business development, project management, and account management, Cassandra has worked with various organizations across different sectors. She has successfully led and supported multiple teams and projects, delivering high-quality results and exceeding expectations. Her core competencies include strategic planning, communication, and problem-solving. Cassandra is passionate about creating value for customers and partners, and advancing the mission and vision of PRS. She is committed to continuous learning and improvement, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to the team.