Office Matters: AI and the Future Workplace - The NextGen thinkers reimagining our industry

<p>In the second of our trilogy of special BCO Office Matterspodcasts, host Samantha McClary continues her journey behind the scenes of the BCO Next Gen Ideas Competition, introducing listeners to finalists Stephin Abraham of Gensler and Ewan Howell of Arup, alongside judge Kathryn Cripps ofKnight Frank.</p><p> As anticipation builds towards the competition final, theconversation explores the diverse backgrounds and perspectives shaping the next generation of industry leaders. </p><p>From computational design, data and AI-driven innovation to engineering solutions that address the challenges facing thebuilt environment, the finalists discuss what inspired them to put their ideas forward and how the competition has helped them refine their thinking.</p><p> A recurring theme throughout the discussion is personalgrowth. Abraham and Howell reflect on the value of the mentoring and presentation coaching provided through the competition, including the now-infamous experience of being “JoJo’d” by the team at Ginger Leadership Communications. Together they share how learning to craft a compelling storyhas challenged them to think differently about communication, influence and leadership.</p><p> With practical advice from Cripps - who has herself been “Gingered” - this episode captures the excitement, nerves and optimism that surround the competition while highlighting the power of fresh thinking, confidence andcollaboration in shaping the future of the workplace.</p><p>Get your own experience of the power of a well-crafted storyby joining us at the NextGen Ideas Competition finale on 22 October. You can secure your ticket here: https://www.bco.org.uk/product/bco-ideas-competition-finalist-showcase</p><p><strong>Listen in to:</strong></p><ul><li>Explore how AI could reshape the future of the built environment, as finalists Stephin Abraham and Ewan Howell share innovative ideas on harnessing data, automation and artificial intelligence to solve industry challenges.</li><li>Gain practical insight into the opportunities and risks of AI adoption, from improving decision-making and design processes to helping create smarter, more efficient and more resilient workplaces.</li><li>Hear honest reflections on leadership, storytelling and public speaking, with lessons that apply far beyond the competition stage.</li><p> </p></ul><p><em>Huge thanks to the BCO’s NextGen Ideas Competitionsupporters, including platinum partner Knight Frank and gold partners Hawkins\Brown and NCG