Monthly Archives: February 2026

The ROI PLAYBOOK for Sensitive Populations

By , |2026-02-02T12:45:29-06:00February 2, 2026|

Investing in healthier cleaning to address sensitivities pays off significantly, given the prevalence of sensitive populations and the growing body of research showing that healthier buildings and better hiring practices promote productivity and other benefits. “The prevalence of medically diagnosed … chemical sensitivities in the United States increased by over 300%, and self-reported chemical sensitivity ...

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Proposals: From AI Draft to Human Win

By |2026-02-02T12:00:08-06:00February 2, 2026|

When cleaning companies think about artificial intelligence (AI), they often picture faster answers, auto-filled forms, and proposals that almost write themselves. But for proposal expert Chris Arlen, president of revenue-IQ, AI is not a magic proposal machine. It is a powerful tool—but only in the hands of people who still do the hard work of thinking, ...

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Essity Completes the Acquisition of Edgewell’s Feminine Care Business

By |2026-02-02T11:54:41-06:00February 2, 2026|

Hygiene and health company Essity has completed the acquisition of Edgewell Personal Care’s feminine care business, including the Carefree, Stayfree and o.b. brands in North America and global feminine care rights for the Playtex brand. The purchase price for the assets amounts to USD 340m (approximately SEK 3bn) on a cash and debt-free basis. The ...

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U.S. Green Building Council and Green Business Certification Inc. Announce the Top Countries and Regions for LEED Outside the U.S.

By |2026-02-02T11:53:14-06:00February 2, 2026|

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the global developer of the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system, and Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green business industry performance and practice globally, today announced the annual Top 10 Countries and Regions for LEED ranking outside the United ...

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Network Distribution® Adds New Director of Member Development

By |2026-02-02T11:50:26-06:00February 2, 2026|

Network Distribution, a global distribution organization, has expanded the support delivered to members with the addition of Olivia Pietersen, Director of Packaging Member Development. Ms. Pietersen brings over a decade of specialized experience in packaging distribution, leading numerous initiatives that delivered value across the supply chain. She most recently served as Director of Marketing for ...

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Mopster® 2.0 Promotes Discreet Cleaning

By |2026-02-02T11:48:44-06:00February 2, 2026|

Discreet cleaning maintains superior facility hygiene without disturbing guests. Mopster 2.0 from Hospeco Brands Group aligns perfectly with this ethos. Mopster 2.0 is a highly effective spray mop—with a cleaning solution built right in. It does an effective job without the need to break out a bucket-and-mop combo that might obstruct patrons or send the ...

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Celebrating 20 Years of Cleaning for a Reason: An Industry Built on Generosity

By |2026-02-02T09:21:05-06:00February 2, 2026|

This year marks a major milestone for Cleaning for a Reason, an ISSA charity program celebrating 20 years of supporting cancer patients through donated professional cleaning services. Since its founding in 2006, the program has grown into a powerful example of how the cleaning industry gives back—one home, one family, and one act of compassion ...

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