Discover the Emerging Leaders Program

Shaping the Future of the Industry

ISSA Emerging Leaders

Emerging Leaders are forward-thinking professionals under 40 who are making waves— bringing fresh ideas, questioning the status quo, and championing sustainability and excellence. Joining the Emerging Leaders Program is about more than recognition: it’s your gateway to greater visibility, leadership opportunities, and skill sharpening through exclusive networking, professional development, and industry spotlights.

Ready to make your mark?

Step up, stand out, and help lead the way.

Shine Bright

Get major industry spotlight through our nomination process. Show the world what you’re made of.

Level up your Skills

Dive into professional development and game-changing groupthink through our Emerging Leader Network events. Plus, grow with mentorship through the Hygieia Network.

VIP Access

Rub shoulders with industry leaders with special recognition and exclusive programming at the annual ISSA Show North America.

Get Engaged with the Network

Submit Your Nomination for the Class of 2025

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Meet the Class of 2024

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Emerging Leaders in the Wild

Dr. Ian Charlery

CEO. A1. Cleaning Services.

Panelist for Integrating Smart Tech: Revolutionizing your cleaning practices with AI

Lauren Belskie

Marketing Operations Manager. Imperial Dade.

Attending ISSA’s 2025 Clean Advocacy Summit

Jacob Buchholz

Customer Care Associate. Buck Services, Inc.

Volunteering for the 2025 ICW Service Project

Dinesh Wadhwan

ThinkLite Air.

Speaking at the 2024 ISSA Business Growth Strategies Conference

Be Part of the Next Class of Emerging Leaders

Calling all individuals with a drive for success, a passion for the industry, and outstanding potential! It’s time to nominate yourself or the innovators you know to be part of the 2025 Class of Emerging Leaders!

Who is Eligible?

  • Employees of ISSA Member Companies in good standing.

  • Anyone under 40 years of age* is eligible to be nominated.

  • You may nominate yourself or submit a nomination on behalf of someone else.

Nominees must be under the age of 40 as of October 2025.

The nomination portal closes on July 31.

Have Questions? We’d Love to Hear From You!