E122 – Gorka Lopez: Workplace Strategy Lead UK & Europe – CBRE
Another standout episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with Gorka Lopez, Workplace Strategy Lead for the UK & Europe and Associate Director at CBRE, to explore his remarkable journey from starting over in the UK to leading strategy across one of the world’s biggest real estate firms. Gorka opens up about rebuilding his career from the ground up, the key turning points that led him into workplace strategy, and what it takes to design spaces that truly support people and performance. He also discusses the importance of resilience, the shifting expectations of hybrid work, and how data and human insight shape CBRE’s approach across Europe. A powerful and inspiring conversation about career transformation, strategic thinking, and leading workplace change on a global scale.
25 Marras 41min
E121 – Luke Trusselle: Head of Flex – Dorrington
Another brilliant episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This week, we sit down with Luke Trusselle, Head of Flex at Dorrington, to hear his inspiring career journey from facing redundancy to leading the flex portfolio of one of London’s most respected property companies.Luke shares how he turned career setbacks into opportunities, why resilience and adaptability have been central to his growth, and what it means to run flex offices with a customer-first mindset. He also dives into the evolution of flexible workspaces, the role of ESG and technology, and how the hospitality approach is reshaping property.A must-listen for anyone navigating career change, leadership, or the future of flexible real estate.
18 Marras 38min
E120 – Stephen Whybrow: Director of FM – GenOne
Another fantastic episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This week, we sit down with Stephen Whybrow, Director of FM at GenOne, to explore his inspiring journey from working as a school site assistant to leading facilities for one of the UK’s fast-growing service providers.Stephen reflects on how his early hands-on experience shaped his leadership style, what it takes to scale a business from 10 to 30+ people, and how GenOne is building a reputation for excellence in FM. He also shares his thoughts on ESG, technology, and how culture and teamwork play a critical role in delivering results for clients across schools, colleges, and local authorities.An episode full of lessons on career growth, leadership, and the future of facilities management.
13 Marras 48min
E118 – Bex Moorhouse: Global Head of Strategy, Ops Excellence & Performance – WPP
Another brilliant episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with Bex Moorhouse, Global Head of Strategy, Ops Excellence & Performance for Procurement & REWS at WPP, to explore her incredible journey from working in serviced offices to leading global workplace and procurement strategy for one of the world’s biggest marketing networks.Bex opens up about her early career, how mentorship and persistence shaped her path, and the lessons she’s learned driving operational excellence across 550 buildings and 100,000 employees. She also discusses leadership, culture, and the importance of communication and collaboration when managing global change.A powerful and inspiring conversation about growth, purpose, and leading with authenticity on a global stage.
30 Loka 56min
E117 – Alasdair Wilson: General Manager – Bromley Old Town Hall & Director – Brama Hotels
Another brilliant episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This week, we sit down with Alasdair Wilson, General Manager of Bromley Old Town Hall and Director at Brama Hotels, to hear his remarkable career journey from running nightclubs and student events to leading one of London’s most unique hospitality and workspace destinations.Alasdair shares the lessons he learned building businesses in nightlife and entertainment, how those experiences shaped his leadership style, and what it takes to run a landmark heritage site that combines hotels, workspaces, and events under one roof. He also reflects on balancing heritage with modern hospitality, the growth of Brama Hotels, and the importance of creating places that people truly connect with.A fascinating conversation on career growth, leadership, and the future of hospitality-led workspaces.
28 Loka 37min
E116 – Alison Bunn: Head of Workplace Services – University of Cambridge
Another inspiring episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with Alison Bunn, Head of Workplace Services at the University of Cambridge, to explore her remarkable career journey from catering and hospitality into leading workplace services at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. Alison shares how her early experiences shaped her approach to leadership, the challenges of balancing heritage with modern workplace needs, and the importance of people-first management in higher education. She also discusses how Cambridge is evolving its facilities strategy to support wellbeing, sustainability, and a new era of hybrid work. A thoughtful conversation about career growth, leadership, and the evolving role of workplace services in education.
23 Loka 42min
E115 – Paul Rowe: Business Development Manager – Yardi
Another great episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with Paul Rowe, Business Development Manager at Yardi, to explore his journey from starting in office brokerage to driving innovation in property technology at one of the world’s leading PropTech companies. Paul shares how his two decades in the flexible workspace industry have shaped his understanding of client needs, how technology is transforming operations, and why Yardi is at the forefront of creating smarter, more connected workspaces. He also reflects on the evolution of the flex sector, leadership lessons, and the importance of building strong relationships in a changing market. An insightful conversation on technology, growth, and the people behind the future of real estate.
21 Loka 39min
