Brian Philip, CFM

Brian Philip, CFM

Global Corporate Real Estate, Facilities, and IT Services Executive with Strategic Vision and Operational Excellence

Samsung Electronics America•Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, United States

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Experience28+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Accomplished Corporate Real Estate and Facility Management Executive with over 25 years of proven success leading transformative initiatives across Pharmaceutical, Managed Services, and Consumer Electronics sectors. I combine strategic vision with operational excellence to drive efficiency, innovation, and sustainable growth in complex multinational environments. As Executive Director of Corporate Facilities and IT Services at Samsung Electronics America, I spearheaded the seamless integration of two independent CREFM organizations into a cohesive, nationally aligned function. I led national facility rationalization efforts and orchestrated the North American Headquarters Master Plan, Consolidation, and Relocation in Summer 2025—delivering significant enterprise-wide cost savings, optimized capital allocation, and enhanced stakeholder engagement. Passionate about creating future-ready workplaces that inspire productivity, support brand identity, and foster storytelling, I champion sustainability and embed robust risk management practices to ensure compliance, resilience, and adaptability. My expertise encompasses the entire workplace lifecycle—from strategy and acquisition through design, construction, operations, and maintenance. Certified Facility Manager (CFM) and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, committed to governance-driven innovation and delivering measurable business value through agile, aligned solutions. Let’s connect if you’re seeking a strategic partner to elevate your real estate and facilities portfolio—driving growth, agility, and operational impact across your enterprise.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Aug 2015–Present· 11 yrs 2 mos
    • Executive Director, Corporate Facilities Management and Workplace ServicesCurrent
      Aug 2015–Present
  • Nov 2007–Aug 2015· 7 yrs 9 mos
    • Director, Global Corporate Services, - 26 Countries - Real Estate & Facility Management Leader
      Nov 2007–Aug 2015
  • 1998–Nov 2007· 9 yrs 10 mos
    • Facility Advisor, FDA Regulated CGMP Operated Facility Services and Support
      1998–Nov 2007

Education

Leading in High Definition

Leadership

Duke University

Situational Leadership

Level 5 Leadership

Penn State University

Bachelor's degree

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Muhlenberg College

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Muhlenberg College

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Skills & Expertise

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Attention to DetailRelationship BuildingOperational ExcellenceMitigation StrategiesUser-centered DesignCross-functional CollaborationsCapital AllocationReal Estate ManagementStakeholder RelationsGlobal InitiativesUser ResearchUser Experience (UX)Estate Management (Private)Business StrategyProblem SolvingCultural TransformationRecovery StrategiesContractual ObligationsTeam ManagementRegulatory Compliance