How Trena Ellis Led Facility Management Projects in California and India | Connected FM Podcast

What does it take to grow from hands-on project work to leading teams and shaping strategy? In this episode, Second Vice Chair President on IFMA's Global Board of Directors, Wayne Whitzell, interviews Trena Ellis, Vice President of Facilities and Physical Security at Safe Credit Union, who shares her career journey across local builds in Northern California to international projects in Bangalore, India.

Trena opens up about the shift from being a doer to becoming a delegator, the power of networking and strong vendor partnerships, and how involvement with organizations like IFMA has expanded her perspective. Along the way, she offers valuable insights for both seasoned leaders and professionals just starting their FM careers.

00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
01:30 Guest Introduction: Trina Ellis
02:39 Early Career and IFMA Involvement
04:43 Memorable Projects and Challenges
12:24 International Experience in India
26:33 Leadership and Delegation
33:15 Advice for Aspiring Facility Managers
34:55 Conclusion and Farewell

This episode is sponsored by ODP Business Solutions: https://www.odpbusiness.com/?utm_sour...

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