E117 – Alasdair Wilson: General Manager – Bromley Old Town Hall & Director – Brama Hotels

Another great episode of the Wear Many Hats podcast. This time, we sit down with Amelia Woolley, Senior General Manager at Office Space in Town, to explore her career journey and what it takes to lead a premium flexible workspace brand in London. Amelia shares how her early career shaped her leadership approach, the realities of managing high-end serviced offices, and how consistency, culture, and customer experience sit at the heart of Office Space in Town’s success. She also discusses leading teams across multiple locations, maintaining service standards, and adapting to the evolving expectations of occupiers in today’s flex market. A thoughtful and practical conversation for anyone working in flexible workspace, property, operations, or leadership roles.

23 Joulu 57min

Another great episode of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with Evelina Grön, Workplace Manager at Softcat, to explore her journey into workplace leadership and the role she plays in supporting a fast-paced technology business. Evelina shares how her career developed within workplace management, the realities of managing high-performing office environments, and how workplace teams are adapting to new employee expectations. She also discusses the importance of collaboration, culture, leadership, and delivering consistent workplace experiences at scale. A great listen for anyone working in workplace, facilities, operations, or people-focused roles.

16 Joulu 56min

Another great episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with Tobias Crosbie, Founder and CEO of Making Moves London, to explore his journey from starting out as a graduate at DTZ to building one of the most dynamic and people-focused property agencies in the UK. Tobias shares the story behind launching Making Moves, how the company has evolved over the past decade, and what it takes to stand out in a competitive London property market. He also opens up about the lessons of entrepreneurship, leadership through uncertainty, and why company culture has been at the heart of Making Moves’ success. A refreshing and honest conversation about risk, growth, and building a business with purpose.

11 Joulu 1h

Another standout episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with Toby Chapman, Global Workplace Strategy Director & UK&I Charity Chair at Arcadis, to explore his fascinating journey from engineering beginnings to shaping workplace strategy on a global scale. Toby shares how his early technical background influenced his leadership style, why strategic thinking is essential in today’s evolving workplace, and how he balances commercial priorities with people-focused solutions. He also discusses the future of workplace experience, the growing importance of data-driven decision-making, and his role supporting charity initiatives across the UK and Ireland. A forward-thinking conversation that offers fresh insights into workplace transformation, leadership, and the human side of strategy.

9 Joulu 49min

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

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

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

Another inspiring episode of Season 2 of the Wear Many Hats podcast! This time, we sit down with Kelly Bream, Former COO at Bidwells, to hear her incredible journey from studying law to leading one of the UK’s most respected property firms.Kelly shares how her early career shaped her leadership approach, the importance of authenticity in business, and how taking bold steps opened unexpected doors. She also discusses her experiences in the built-to-rent sector, building high-performing teams, and navigating change in a rapidly evolving property landscape.A thoughtful and honest conversation about career growth, courage, and leading with purpose in the property world.

11 Marras 36min