September 30, 2026 — In this episode of the Facility Voices Podcast, host David Trask, at ARC Facilities, sits down with Andre Allen, Chief Business Officer at HRCI, to explore how Human Resources (HR), facilities, and technology are converging as organizations rethink the future of work. Andre shares his unconventional path from software and assessment science into HR strategy, along with his perspective on how the profession has evolved from an administrative function into a true business partner.
Their conversation examines the growing importance of durable skills, the challenges of connecting employers with skilled talent, and why outdated job descriptions can make hiring even harder. Andre also explores AI’s changing role in the workforce, from its potential impact on entry-level opportunities to its ability to improve productivity, preserve institutional knowledge, and support facilities teams. He emphasizes thoughtful workforce redesign, stronger collaboration, and capturing the expertise of experienced employees before it walks out the door.
Andre Allen brings more than three decades of experience in the assessment and measurement industry, beginning his career in 1989 at Reid Psychological Systems and later developing technologies that support secure assessment administration and scoring for organizations including Pearson, Vangent, and General Dynamics Information Technology. Before his current role, he served as owner and CEO of FifthTheory, LLC.
Today, Andre is Chief Business Officer at the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) and board secretary for the Association of Test Publishers (ATP). He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a focus on project management and an MBA in Information Technology Management from Capella University.
Tune in to the September 1 episode, “The Future of HR and Facilities: Strategies for Workforce Redesign,” to hear Andre Allen’s story and insights from the front lines of facilities management.
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