Monthly Archives: May 2025

Yoshiaki Asami appointed president of Kikkoman Biochemifa Company

By |2025-05-30T15:01:33-05:00May 30, 2025|

Kikkoman Biochemifa Company (KBC) has announced the appointment of Yoshiaki Asami as its new President, effective 1 April 2025. Asami steps into the role following the retirement of Dr. Kajiyama, whose tenure marked a significant period of innovation and international growth for the company. Currently serving as an executive corporate officer at Kikkoman Corporation and ...

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EarthSafe Launches ECO+ Green Seal Certified, American-Made Cleaning Line with Free Pallet Shipping

By |2025-05-30T14:29:10-05:00May 30, 2025|

EarthSafe, a leader in safer, more sustainable facility solutions, is proud to announce the launch of ECO+, a new line of Green Seal certified cleaning products designed to meet the highest standards in health, safety, and performance. Sourced and made in America, ECO+ is available for free delivery nationwide through the company’s streamlined Pallet Hub ...

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Spartan Chemical Awarded 2024 Corporate Account Supplier of the Year

By |2025-05-30T14:25:11-05:00May 30, 2025|

Spartan Chemical Company, Inc., a recognized leader in the formulation and manufacture of sustainable cleaning and sanitation solutions for the industrial and institutional market announced today that the company was recognized by Network Distribution as the Corporate Account Supplier of the Year. Spartan Chemical was presented with the Corporate Account Supplier of the Year award ...

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Understanding Climate Risk Reporting and Transparency

By |2025-05-30T14:22:48-05:00May 30, 2025|

As climate-related disruptions—from hurricanes and wildfires to heatwaves and supply chain breakdowns—become more frequent, the need to understand and communicate business risks is growing. In the cleaning industry, climate risk reporting and sustainability disclosures are no longer optional—they’re quickly becoming expected by major customers. This is not about politics. It’s about business continuity, risk management, ...

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AI and Technology

By |2025-05-30T14:16:14-05:00May 30, 2025|

Technology is rapidly changing the way cleaning companies operate. Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming business. For those responsible for sales and marketing, keeping up with that change means more than staying informed. It means rethinking how you plan, communicate, and grow. Business coach Dean Mercado with Online Marketing Muscle® is one of the voices encouraging ...

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In Memoriam: Jeremiah ‘Jerry’ Frain

By |2025-05-30T08:37:29-05:00May 30, 2025|

Jeremiah “Jerry” Frain, of Woodland Park, New Jersey, passed away on May 25, at the age of 89. Born on October 9, 1935, to Anna and James Frain in Jersey City, New Jersey, Frain spent most of his life in Rutherford, New Jersey, where he built a beloved family and a respected legacy in both ...

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Why Inclusive Teams Strengthen Cleaning Services

By |2025-05-29T13:56:46-05:00May 29, 2025|

The Strength of Inclusive Cleaning Teams  A truly inclusive cleaning company doesn’t just reflect the communities it serves—it’s strengthened by them. Teams that represent a range of identities, perspectives, and lived experiences are better equipped to deliver personalized service, solve problems creatively, and build lasting client relationships. Resources like the ISSA Hygieia Network  support this ...

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ISSA Leg. & Reg. Update – House Passes ISSA Priorities

By |2025-05-29T09:12:53-05:00May 29, 2025|

Welcome to the latest ISSA Legislative & Regulatory Update, a biweekly roundup of the public-policy issues currently impacting the full cleaning supply chain. This update touches on the U.S. House passing ISSA legislative priorities as part of a major tax bill; a free, member-exclusive June 5 ISSA webinar on Preparing for Immigration and Customs Enforcement ...

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ISSA PULIRE 2025: I-Team Global’s “I-Walk” Wins the “Product of the Year” Award. The Public Chooses Hy-genio by Hygenia, for the “People’s Choice Mention”

By |2025-05-29T08:38:23-05:00May 29, 2025|

Great excitement today in Room Roma (Pavilion 8) during the ISSA PULIRE 2025 Product of the Year award ceremony, which saw I-Walk by ITeam Global take the top prize. This prestigious and highly anticipated award celebrates excellence and innovation each year in the world of professional cleaning. I-Walk stood out for its compact and functional ...

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Scientific leaders honored by 3M and Discovery Education

By |2025-05-29T08:27:51-05:00May 29, 2025|

3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced the recipients in the 2025 Alumni Grants Program. As part of the Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network, the Alumni Grants Program supports past participants of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge (#YoungScientist). The 3M Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network is comprised of former 3M Young Scientist Challenge participants, ranging from middle school to PhD candidates, and individuals pursuing ...

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