Discover More with ISSA at the Experience Hub and Beyond

Visit ISSA at Booth #2417 and experience The ISSA Difference at ISSA Show North America 2026. Connect with industry leaders, discover resources and opportunities built to help your business grow and see how ISSA supports your success year-round.

Learn more about the ISSA Experience Hub: issa.com/issa-show-2026.

ISSA Housekeeping Olympics Returns to Las Vegas Following ESPN8: The Ocho Debut

The viral Housekeeping Olympics returns Monday, Nov. 16, 2026, from 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. PST at Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas! This event is your opportunity to witness a high-energy, internationally recognized competition that spotlights and celebrates front-line heroes.

For more information, go to issa.com/housekeeping-olympics.

New! ISSA Academy, a Reimagined Online Learning Experience

Built around the idea that professional development should be a journey, not simply a catalog of courses, ISSA Academy brings together industry education, training and certification in an intuitive learning environment. At the center of the Academy are Career Pathways, structured learning journeys designed to guide professionals from foundational knowledge to advanced expertise and enterprise leadership.

Start learning: academy.issa.com.

ISSA Hygieia Network Events

Experience two standout ISSA Hygieia Network events at ISSA Show North America 2026. Join us on Monday, Nov. 16, from 12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m. PST, for Lunch with Industry Leader Joy Mangano and hear insights on leadership, resilience, innovation and turning bold ideas into opportunities. Then celebrate outstanding leaders and advocates at the Awards Reception on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 5:15 p.m.–7:00 p.m. PST.

Register now: events.issa.com/hygieia.

Clean It Forward Challenge

The Clean It Forward Challenge invites individuals to support ISSA Charities by bidding on exciting silent auction experiences and donating. Together, we’re working to raise US$160,000 for Cleaning for a Reason, ISSA Hygieia Network and ISSA Scholars, supporting cancer patients and their families, advancing women’s careers and helping students pursue their goals.

Support the Challenge: issacharities.org/cleanitforward.

Registration is Open for the 2027 Clean Advocacy Summit

Join 150+ industry leaders from 30+ states at ISSA’s Clean Advocacy Summit—where the entire value chain of the cleaning and facility solutions industry comes together to advance our industry on Capitol Hill. The summit is the crowning celebration of International Cleaning Week (ICW) and includes the ICW Awards Dinner honoring industry leaders.

Register Now for the 2027 Summit: April 12-13, 2027, Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill: issa.com/clean-advocacy-summit.

New! Bilingual Training Available

Frontline Excellence: Delivering Clean, Safe, and Welcoming Spaces via the Inclusive Hygiene Framework is a new online bilingual course developed in partnership with Tork for front-line cleaning professionals. Free for ISSA members, this 30-minute course provides training reflecting the needs of today’s diverse workforce.

Enroll today: learning.issa.com/courses/216095.

ISSA Elects 2027 Board Members

ISSA has elected its 2027 board of directors, led by President John Swigart of Spartan Chemical Co. Inc. The new board includes incoming officers Mercer Stanfield, Brame Specialty Co. Inc.; Kim Price, ImageFIRST Healthcare Laundry; and directors Steve Mastin, 4M Building Solutions; Jennifer Rosenberg, Acorn Distributors; and Pat Van Wert, Tennant Co., along with returning board members. ISSA also thanks its outgoing directors for their service, including 2026 President Laurie Sewell of Servicon.

See the full list of 2027 ISSA board members and learn more at issa.com/2027-board.

Calendar of events

Stay ahead of the curve in 2026!

Boost your edge with ISSA events—trainings, certifications and free member webinars that keep you sharp, informed, and ahead of the game. Your next opportunity to grow starts here!

2026 Education and Training Workshop Dates

IEHA Master EVS Registered/Master EVS Certified Executive (MESRE/MESCE)                   November 16-17 | Las Vegas, NV

IEHA Certified EVS Executive/Registered EVS Executive (CESE/RESE)                                   November 16-17 | Las Vegas, NV

ISSA CIMS Expert                                                                                                                         November 16 | Las Vegas, NV

CMI Train the Trainer: Empower Your Team Through Professional Development             November 16-17 | Las Vegas, NV

Healthcare Strategic Workshop: Expanding Your Business into the                                      November 16 | Las Vegas, NV
Healthcare Market

CMI Hard Floor Care Certification Workshop                                                                          November 18 | Las Vegas, NV

Emerging Leaders Breakfast with Industry Icons: Executive Career Lessons for                  November 18 | Las Vegas, NV
Emerging Industry Leaders

IICRC House Cleaning Technician (HCT) Certification Class                                                     November 18-19 | Las Vegas, NV

CMI Carpeted Floor Care Certification                                                                                      November 18 | Las Vegas, NV

ISSA Hygieia Network Awards Reception at ISSA Show North America 2026                      November 18 | Las Vegas, NV

What the 2026 Elections Mean for the Cleaning and Facility Solutions Industry                December 2 | Online

Implementing Technology into Cleaning Practices                                                                  December 9 | Online

And so much more! To register and view the full schedule of events, visit events.issa.com.