Meeting/Event Information

Abstract of Presentation:  Gensler’s research shows that workplace effectiveness has declined since 2008 in large part because today’s workplaces do not provide an effective balance between the four work modes:  focus, collaboration, learning and socializing.  Results show that a lack of focus space drags down the effectiveness of all other work modes; and that balanced workplaces that provide employees the autonomy to choose their work space based on the task or project at hand are more effective and higher-performing.  When it comes to creating an optimal work environment—design matters.  When you get it right, your people are happier, healthier, more productive and your company is perceived as being more innovative.

 Judy Pesek Bio:  Judy Pesek, FIIDA, LEED AP, Regional Managing Principal, is dedicated to making the most of her leadership position. In her 25 years with Gensler, she has been instrumental in growing the business of the D.C., Houston, Charlotte and Dallas offices. After many years in the Gensler Houston office, Judy relocated in 2000 to lead the Dallas office.  In the past 13 years, she helped guide the Dallas office to two IIDA Pinnacle Awards, designation as AIA Firm of the Year (2008) and Corporate Citizen of the Year (2012). She is a tireless mentor the next generation of designers, and an advocate for the power of design to effect positive change in communities. She has been a trusted advisor to such leading corporations as Devon Energy, Marathon Oil Company, Hunt Oil Company, Duke Energy, AT & T and Perot Systems (Now Dell) for many years.

NEW! Houston Chapter Mentorship Program
Before the Lunch Meeting - Meet at 10:30 am - Junior League Foyer Area

Chapter members, let's learn from one another in 2013!  Beginning on June 6th, and before future lunch meetings, if you are:

*    An experienced professional who is willing to share your knowledge and experience
*    A subject matter expert associate who would like to mentor a vendor emerging leader, or
*    A mentee who wants to expand your knowledge and/or your network

Please arrive at the Junior League at 10:30 AM to participate in an informal 30 minute round table discussion to be held before the regular meeting. A table will be reserved for this purpose and a moderator will be present.  Please bring plenty of business cards to share - we look forward to your participation!

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