BIO
From global research labs to executive boardrooms, DR. MATT TUCKER has spent 20 years shaping the way organizations understand work, place and performance. As director of research for the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) and professor at Liverpool Business School, he connects academia and industry to advance the future of facility and workplace management.
A Fulbright Scholar with more than 80 publications and over 2,500 citations, Matt’s research has become foundational to the profession — guiding strategy, policy and practice worldwide. His work spans scientific journals, industry reports, book chapters and conference papers, making him a sought-after voice on global FM stages.
Through his consultancy, Connective Thought, Matt helps organizations apply workplace research in practical, strategic ways. Whether advising global leaders or keynoting international events, he brings insight and clarity to the evolving workplace, positioning FM as a research-driven, people-centered and future-ready discipline.
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Insights from IFMA’s Executive Summit 2024
Facility management is inherently circular, because it's about maintaining and repairing things. That‘s a beautiful thing from the beginning.
Facility management is facing a crossroads—and the circular economy could be the way forward. This report unpacks insights from 36 experts and makes a powerful case for why sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a business imperative.
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