Ralph Renne

Ralph Renne

Senior Director, Workplace Experience, Real Estate, Safety and Security NetApp

Pre-Conference Workshops (Hosted by WeWork) - Monday, August 10, 2026

3:00 PM Workshop C: Unlocking Better Workplace Decisions Through Data Governance and Standardization

Organizations collect more workplace data than ever before, yet many struggle to translate it into meaningful action. Disconnected systems, inconsistent reporting, and varying data definitions can make it difficult to understand how spaces are being used, where investments should be made, and how workplace strategies are performing. Creating a standardized approach to data governance enables leaders to make faster, more confident decisions while improving collaboration across functions. This workshop explores how workplace, facilities, and real estate teams can establish stronger data governance practices and standardize key metrics to create a single source of truth for the organization. Learn how better data management can drive more effective planning, portfolio optimization, and employee experience initiatives. 

Key Takeaways: 

Build a consistent framework for workplace data that improves reporting accuracy and cross-functional alignment 

Identify governance strategies that eliminate conflicting metrics and create greater trust in workplace insights 

Discover how standardized data supports smarter space planning, occupancy analysis, and portfolio decision-making 

Main Day One - Tuesday, August 11, 2026

3:00 PM Fireside Chat: Unlocking Exceptional Service Quality Outcomes Using Your Existing Tools

Facilities teams face growing pressure to deliver faster, more consistent service across increasingly complex environments, yet many still rely on fragmented systems and underused platforms that limit visibility and slow response times. In this Fireside Chat, a senior Facilities leader shares how their team took control of existing tools to streamline workflows, standardize service delivery, and unlock real-time insights. Through practical use cases, they demonstrate how to improve performance, reduce cost, and elevate the workplace experience without adding new technology.
Pinpoint where service requests break down across locations and functions and take corrective action
Drive accountability across vendors and internal teams with clearer data and performance tracking
Redesign workflows to reduce response times and improve consistency without adding headcount
Alex Guessi, Head of Facilities & Critical Infrastructure, BNP Paribus 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Ralph.

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