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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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
- Samsung Electronics AmericaCurrentAug 2015–Present· 11 yrs 2 mos
- Executive Director, Corporate Facilities Management and Workplace ServicesCurrentAug 2015–Present
- Nov 2007–Aug 2015· 7 yrs 9 mos
- Director, Global Corporate Services, - 26 Countries - Real Estate & Facility Management LeaderNov 2007–Aug 2015
- 1998–Nov 2007· 9 yrs 10 mos
- Facility Advisor, FDA Regulated CGMP Operated Facility Services and Support1998–Nov 2007
Education
Leading in High Definition
Leadership
Duke UniversitySituational Leadership
Level 5 Leadership
Penn State UniversityBachelor's degree
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Muhlenberg CollegeBachelor of Business Administration - BBA
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Muhlenberg College