Jennifer Meneses’s has built a one-of-a-kind career in asset management. Her 20-plus years at the University of Saskatchewan prove that you don’t need to change institutions to build a dynamic career. From campus planning to operations, maintenance, and integrating GIS maps with asset databases, to breaking barriers as a woman in a male-dominated field, Jennifer shares practical lessons on persistence, communication, and creating a common language for facilities data.

Managing facilities for more than 180 schools is no small feat. Dave Dolan and Michael Tubiolo share how their backgrounds in engineering, architecture, and construction help them oversee everything from everyday maintenance to major new builds. Their passion for creating safe, modern learning environments shines through as they explain how mission-driven facilities management can make a lasting difference for students.

Spencer Wood’s unexpected path—from environmental science to leading infrastructure at Humber College—shows the impact of saying “yes” to new opportunities. He talks about tackling aging infrastructure, leveraging data, and fostering collaboration across Ontario’s colleges. With stories ranging from heritage building quirks to network-wide initiatives, Spencer reveals how creativity and teamwork turn challenges into success.