In this episode, Mateo Miranda, Head of Global Real Estate at Block, walks us through how he's reshaped real estate into a dynamic tool for driving business growth - supporting distributed teams, driving expansion into new markets, and using data to guide every decision.

We dive into their rising use of On Demand space, new landlord models, and how to build a portfolio that flexes with the future of work. From on-demand workspace adoption to leveraging real-time data for smarter decision making, Matteo shares how his team is supporting workforce engagement and market expansion - all while keeping a sharp eye on cost.

If you're rethinking your workplace strategy or wondering how On Demand is playing out at scale, this one's for you.

For episode 4 of the Desana Podcast, our CEO and Co-Founder Michael Cockburn sat down in San Francisco with Lara Owen, Workplace Experience Leader at Desana customer NetApp, to discuss the evolution of workplace strategy, practical strategies for building employee workplace experience, and harnessing workplace data.

Their conversation, set in the vibrant Canopy Jackson Square, San Francisco, covered a range of themes, from Lara’s career journey to the broader industry trends shaping the workplace experience today.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in practical takeaways for organizations navigating the complexities of hybrid work, including workplace transformation, employee engagement, and flexible workspace solutions.

In the latest episode of The Desana Podcast, our CEO and Co-Founder Michael Cockburn sat down in person with Emily Day, Senior Director of Global Workplace Experience at HashiCorp.

Over 30 minutes she shared her insights on building employee connection, workplace strategy, and the evolving nature of remote and hybrid work - as well as her journey from the hospitality business to leading workplace strategy at a major tech company.

Emily offers a unique perspective on how organizations can create meaningful and engaging work environments that drive employee engagement, regardless of location. If you’re interested in the future of workplace experience, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.