#7 - Next Gen FM: Sustainability, Connection and Careers in the Workplace

Recorded live at The Workplace Event in Birmingham 2026, this EuroFM Podcast episode gives the next generation of facility management professionals a voice. Host and EuroFM Board Member Marlinda Dressen-Rog is joined by facility management students Izabelle Lodge and Renske Philipsen, and young professional Billy Wilson, for an open conversation about what young people expect from their future careers and workplaces.Together, they explore why sustainability and mental wellbeing are no longer optional extras, but essential parts of a modern working environment. They discuss the importance of connection in an increasingly hybrid world, the role of employers in helping young professionals grow, and why clear development opportunities can make the difference between retaining talent and losing it.The episode also looks at the transition from education to employment. How can universities better prepare students for the realities of the workplace? Why are practical projects and real-life assignments so valuable? And how can organisations recognise the fresh perspectives that young professionals bring to facility management?From career expectations and workplace culture to the visibility and future appeal of the FM profession, this conversation offers valuable insights for employers, educators and anyone interested in shaping the workplaces of tomorrow.Watch this episode here.