GSH team members Joe Annino, Jim Mahany, David Lobato Jr., and Luis Adame had the opportunity to attend the 2026 Summer BOMA San Francisco Luncheon.
The event brought together professionals from across the Bay Area commercial real estate community, providing a great opportunity to reconnect with industry colleagues, share ideas, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing today’s commercial properties.
One of the highlights of the luncheon was hearing from guest speaker Erin Stafford, who delivered an engaging presentation on preventing burnout and improving productivity. Her insights served as a reminder that maintaining strong performance starts with supporting the well-being of the people behind the work.
Beyond the presentation, the event offered valuable networking opportunities and meaningful conversations with professionals throughout the commercial real estate industry. These connections help strengthen relationships, encourage collaboration, and keep industry professionals informed about emerging trends and best practices.
At GSH, we value opportunities to participate in industry events that foster learning, collaboration, and professional growth. Staying connected with organizations like BOMA helps us remain engaged with the communities we serve while continuing to bring fresh ideas and perspectives to our clients.
Thank you to BOMA San Francisco for hosting a great event. We appreciate the opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals and look forward to future events.
Success in facilities management starts with strong partnerships, industry knowledge, and a commitment to continuous improvement. That’s why GSH actively engages with organizations like BOMA and participates in events that help us stay connected to the people and trends shaping commercial real estate.
Looking for a facilities management partner that brings experience, innovation, and a people-first approach to every property? Contact GSH today to learn how our integrated facilities management, engineering, and workplace solutions can support your organization’s goals.
As temperatures rise during the summer months, engineering and maintenance professionals often face unique challenges while working outdoors, on rooftops, and in other heat-exposed environments. At GSH, the safety and well-being of our employees remains our top priority, and that includes taking proactive steps to prevent heat-related illnesses.
Working in high temperatures can increase the risk of heat exhaustion, heat stress, and dehydration. These conditions can affect not only personal health but also concentration, decision-making, and overall job performance. By taking simple precautions, teams can stay safe, productive, and prepared throughout the summer season.
Three Simple Ways to Stay Safe in the Heat
Stay Hydrated
One of the most important defenses against heat-related illness is proper hydration. Drink water regularly throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Waiting until thirst sets in may mean your body is already becoming dehydrated.
Take Breaks When Needed
When working in hot environments, it’s important to listen to your body. Regular rest breaks can help prevent overheating and allow workers to recover before symptoms of heat stress develop.
Seek Shade or Cooler Areas
Whenever possible, take breaks in shaded areas, air-conditioned spaces, or other cool environments. Even short periods out of direct sunlight can help lower body temperature and reduce the effects of prolonged heat exposure.
Looking Out for One Another
Heat safety is a team effort. Supervisors and coworkers should remain aware of the signs of heat-related illness, including dizziness, excessive sweating, fatigue, headaches, and nausea. Encouraging open communication and checking in on one another can make a significant difference in preventing serious health concerns.
At GSH, we believe that a strong safety culture extends beyond procedures and policies. It means creating an environment where employees feel empowered to prioritize their well-being and support their colleagues every day.
As summer temperatures continue to climb, remember the fundamentals:
Stay Hydrated. Stay Alert. Stay Safe.
By taking these simple precautions and looking out for one another, we can help ensure everyone returns home safely at the end of each workday.
Ready to partner with a facilities management provider that puts safety first? Learn how GSH’s engineering, maintenance, and integrated facilities management services help create safer, more efficient workplaces.
Thirteen years ago, GSH began its journey in India with a single office and a team of just four employees.
Today, we’re proud to be a pan-India organization with more than 4,500 employees supporting clients and delivering service excellence across the country.
While much has changed over the past 13 years, our commitment to our people, our clients, and our values has remained the same.
This milestone represents more than business growth. It’s a reflection of the talented individuals who have joined our team, the clients who have placed their trust in us, and the partners who have supported us along the way. Together, they have helped shape GSH India into the organization it is today.
From our early beginnings to our continued expansion across India, every achievement has been made possible by the dedication, collaboration, and hard work of our employees. Their commitment to service excellence continues to drive our success and strengthen the relationships we build with our clients every day.
As we celebrate this anniversary, we also look ahead with excitement. The opportunities before us are tremendous, and we remain focused on continued growth, innovation, and delivering exceptional experiences for our clients and communities.
To everyone who has been part of this journey, thank you.
From extreme heatwaves and heavy rainfall to severe storms and flooding, facilities across the United States have already faced a wide range of weather-related challenges this year.
These conditions serve as an important reminder that changing weather patterns can place significant stress on buildings and their critical infrastructure. When facilities aren’t properly maintained, seasonal conditions can quickly expose vulnerabilities in roofing systems, HVAC equipment, drainage systems, and other essential building assets.
By mid-summer, many HVAC systems have been operating at peak capacity for weeks. Energy consumption is often at its highest, and minor maintenance issues that may have gone unnoticed earlier in the year can develop into costly repairs or unplanned downtime.
That’s why mid-summer is an ideal time for facility managers and building owners to take a step back and assess the health of their buildings.
Why a Mid-Season Facility Check Matters
Preventive maintenance is one of the most effective ways to improve reliability, reduce operating costs, and extend the life of critical equipment.
Facilities that wait until a system fails often face higher repair costs, operational disruptions, occupant complaints, and avoidable safety concerns. A proactive approach helps identify small issues before they become larger problems.
Safety and comfort concerns for building occupants
Key Areas to Inspect
HVAC Systems
Summer places significant demand on HVAC equipment. Review system performance, inspect filters, verify temperature control, and ensure preventive maintenance schedules are up to date.
A well-maintained HVAC system can help improve occupant comfort, reduce energy consumption, and minimize the risk of unexpected failures during peak demand periods.
Roofing and Drainage Systems
Heavy rainstorms can quickly reveal weaknesses in roofing systems and drainage infrastructure. Roof inspections should focus on ponding water, damaged flashing, clogged drains, and signs of leaks or deterioration.
Addressing these issues early can help prevent water damage, costly repairs, and disruptions to facility operations.
Building Envelope
Doors, windows, seals, and exterior walls should be evaluated for signs of wear or water intrusion. Even small gaps can impact energy efficiency and allow moisture to enter the building.
Emergency Preparedness
Seasonal storms are unpredictable. Ensure emergency procedures, backup power systems, and communication plans are current and ready to support operations if severe weather occurs.
The Value of Preventive Maintenance
The best time to address a problem is before it becomes an emergency.
A proactive maintenance strategy helps facilities:
Reduce unplanned downtime
Extend equipment life
Improve energy efficiency
Enhance occupant comfort
Support business continuity
Lower long-term operating costs
As weather conditions continue to challenge facilities across the country, preventive maintenance remains one of the smartest investments a building owner or facility manager can make.
Don’t Wait for a Failure to Take Action
Summer isn’t over yet, and the hottest weeks of the year may still be ahead.
Whether you’re managing a commercial office, healthcare facility, industrial site, educational campus, or mixed-use property, now is the perfect time to evaluate your building’s readiness for the remainder of the season.
A mid-summer facility check can uncover risks, improve performance, and help ensure your building continues operating safely and efficiently when occupants depend on it most.
Don’t Let Deferred Maintenance Become an Emergency
Every season puts new demands on your facility, but waiting until equipment fails can lead to costly repairs, business disruption, and unhappy occupants.
GSH helps organizations stay ahead of issues with comprehensive preventive maintenance, engineering support, and integrated facilities management solutions designed to maximize uptime and building performance.
Whether you’re managing a single facility or a nationwide portfolio, our team can help identify risks, improve reliability, and keep your operations running smoothly through every season.
Schedule a facility assessment with GSH today and discover how proactive maintenance can save money, reduce downtime, and protect the assets that matter most.
We’re pleased to announce that GSH has been appointed by Bidwells to provide engineering and Hard FM services across a multi-site property portfolio.
The partnership brings together two businesses with long histories and a shared commitment to doing things the right way. Bidwells was established in 1839, and GSH has been serving clients since 1895. While both organizations have deep roots, the focus of this partnership is firmly on the future and how we can work together to deliver great service for clients and occupiers.
Over the coming months, our engineering teams will work closely with Bidwells to support the portfolio, helping ensure buildings operate reliably, efficiently, and safely. Our approach is built on strong communication, practical solutions, and being responsive when clients need us most.
Built on Similar Values
What makes this partnership especially exciting is the alignment between our two organizations.
Both GSH and Bidwells believe in building long-term relationships, taking ownership, and continually looking for ways to improve. Those shared values create a strong foundation for collaboration and, ultimately, better outcomes for clients.
As Matt Mannion, Regional Business Development Director at GSH, explained:
“We are genuinely delighted to begin this partnership with Bidwells. At more than 130 years old, GSH does not often get to be the younger business in the room, but Bidwells has a comfortable 56-year head start on us.
More importantly, there are real parallels between the two organisations: strong heritage, personal accountability, long-term thinking and a determination to keep evolving without losing the values that made each business successful in the first place.
We are proud to support this portfolio and excited about what we can build together.”
Rob Richardson, Head of Facilities Management at Bidwells, added:
“GSH’s engineering-led approach, technical capability and focus on practical, responsive service make them a strong fit for our managed portfolio.
We are pleased to welcome the team and look forward to working closely together to deliver consistently high standards and long-term value for our clients and occupiers.”
Looking Ahead
This partnership is about more than maintaining buildings. It’s about supporting clients, creating positive experiences for occupiers, and building a service model that delivers day in and day out.
We’re excited to be working alongside the Bidwells team and look forward to developing a strong relationship built on trust, collaboration, and shared success.
Looking for a Facilities Partner Who Feels Like Part of Your Team?
The best facilities management partnerships are built on trust, communication, and a shared commitment to doing the right thing for clients and building occupants.
At GSH, we bring more than 130 years of experience, engineering expertise, and a hands-on approach to every property we support. Whether you’re responsible for a single building or a complex portfolio, our team is focused on helping you improve reliability, enhance the occupant experience, and achieve your operational goals.
During the 2026 BOMA International Conference & Expo in Long Beach, California, GSH had the opportunity to welcome students and industry professionals to 180 East Ocean as part of the conference’s featured building tours.
Owned and managed by The Orden Company, 180 East Ocean provided visitors with a firsthand look at what it takes to operate and maintain a Class A commercial office building. The tours focused on the systems, infrastructure, and day-to-day operations that help keep the property running efficiently while providing an exceptional experience for tenants and visitors.
Attendees explored both front-of-house and behind-the-scenes areas of the building, gaining insight into the collaboration required between engineering, property management, and service partners to support a high-performing facility.
A special thank you goes to GSH’s John Stock, Chief Engineer, and Charles Mendiola, Certified Journeyman Engineer, who guided visitors through the building’s critical mechanical systems and shared their knowledge of building operations and engineering best practices.
Visitors also had the opportunity to learn more about the property’s recent enhancements, tenant spaces, and shared amenities from Heather Schultz, Senior Property Manager, Cate Sanchez, Property Coordinator, and Rick Martin of Clear Thought Corporation.
Events like these provide valuable opportunities to share knowledge, showcase industry best practices, and introduce future facilities management professionals to the work that takes place behind the scenes every day.
Thank you to BOMA International, The Orden Company, everyone who participated in the tours, and the many team members who helped make the experience a success.
Great Buildings Don’t Run Themselves
Behind every successful property is a team of engineers, property managers, and facilities professionals working together to deliver a safe, comfortable, and reliable environment for tenants and visitors.
At GSH, our engineering-led approach helps building owners and property managers maximize asset performance, improve operational efficiency, and elevate the occupant experience.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your engineering program, improve building performance, or support a portfolio of commercial properties, GSH has the expertise to help.
GSH’s Joe Annino, Luis Adame, David Lobato Jr, and Jim Mahany take to the course at Cinnabar Hills Golf Club to participate in the IFMA Silicon Valley Golf Tournament, joining fellow facilities management professionals for a day of networking and industry connection.
The event provides a valuable opportunity to strengthen relationships, exchange insights, and engage with peers across the facilities management and commercial real estate community. Set against the backdrop of one of Silicon Valley’s premier golf venues, the tournament combines business connection with a relaxed, collaborative environment.
Events like these highlight the importance of industry engagement and partnership, reinforcing GSH’s commitment to staying connected with the professionals and organizations that shape the future of facilities management.
GSH extends its thanks to the event organizers and all participants for a well‑executed event and an enjoyable day on the greens.
Connect with our team to learn how collaboration and engagement drive forward‑thinking facilities management solutions.
On World FM Day, GSH celebrates the people behind the spaces that keep the world moving. Across every region—from the United States to the United Kingdom, France to India—our facilities management teams work every day to support safe, efficient, and high‑performing environments for the clients and communities we serve.
No matter the location, one common thread connects every GSH team globally: a shared commitment to excellence. From maintaining critical infrastructure to ensuring seamless day‑to‑day operations, our teams play a vital role in supporting business continuity and enhancing the environments where people live and work.
World FM Day is an opportunity to recognize the expertise, dedication, and professionalism that define the facilities management industry—and the individuals who make it possible.
GSH extends its sincere thanks to all FM professionals worldwide for the impact they make every day.
See how GSH’s global teams deliver consistent, high‑quality facilities management across every environment we support.
GSH enjoyed opening its doors to welcome the next generation for Bring Your Child to Work Day, creating a day filled with learning, exploration, and hands‑on fun. The experience offered young visitors a behind‑the‑scenes look at how facilities management operates and how teamwork supports everything we do.
Through interactive activities and real‑world exposure, participants gain firsthand insight into the world of facilities management, problem‑solving, and collaboration. The day highlights how diverse skills and teamwork come together to support safe, efficient, and high‑performing environments.
GSH thanks everyone who participated and helped make the day a success. Events like this spark curiosity, encourage learning, and may even inspire future engineers—all while showcasing the people and teamwork that drive GSH forward.
On World Earth Day, GSH reflects on this year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” a powerful reminder that meaningful change often begins with small, practical actions.
To put this message into action, a GSH team steps away from day‑to‑day operations and into the Cambridge sunshine to support a local litter pick around the Eddington estate—one of the University of Cambridge’s newest residential communities and a site GSH is proud to help maintain.
Equipped with high‑visibility gear, litter pickers, and plenty of enthusiasm (and humour), the team works across the estate to collect and safely dispose of waste, helping keep the environment clean, safe, and welcomingfor residents and visitors alike.
It is easy to walk past litter—but far more meaningful to stop and take responsibility. That sense of ownership is what “Our Power”represents at GSH: the ability—and responsibility—to care for the environments we support and to give back to the communities we serve.
A sincere thank you goes to Cambridge City Council for providing the equipment and materials that make the day possible, and an even greater thank you to the GSH team members who dedicate their time to making a visible difference. Proof that sometimes the simplest actions create the greatest impact.
GSH Group is delighted to welcome John Donohoe as Contract Manager for Scotland, strengthening our leadership team and supporting the continued growth of our operations across the region.
John has quickly played a key role in the successful mobilisation of one of our newest contracts, demonstrating the professionalism, commitment, and operational expertise that define GSH Group. His hands-on approach and strong leadership ensure a seamless transition while maintaining the high service standards our clients expect.
John’s appointment represents an important step forward in expanding GSH Group’s presence in Scotland. By enhancing our local capability, we continue to deliver high-quality IFM services for both new and existing clients, supporting complex property and operational environments with confidence.
We are delighted to welcome John Donohoe to GSH as Contract Manager for Scotland. John already plays a key role in the successful mobilisation of one of our newest contracts, demonstrating the professionalism, commitment, and expertise we value across our teams. His appointment marks an important step in the continued growth of our Scotland operations, strengthening our ability to deliver high‑quality integrated facilities management services to both new and existing clients. We are pleased to have John on board and look forward to achieving continued success together as we expand our presence across Scotland. Welcome to the team, John!
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