At the ISSA VEO conference in Chicago, VEO Media relations specialist Guillermo Meneses visits with Yuritcy Gonzalez of KleenMark for a candid conversation about representation, community, and momentum in the cleaning industry. Gonzalez shares how it feels to be at a first-of-its-kind gathering—exciting, empowering, and a little overwhelming—in the best way. She underscores why VEO ...
Starting a cleaning company is an exciting venture, but success depends on careful preparation. A residential cleaning business plan provides a clear roadmap for how your company will operate, grow, and stand out in a competitive market. Whether you’re launching a one-person startup or scaling a small team, a business plan helps guide decisions, attract ...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer something you only hear about in tech news or sci-fi movies. It’s becoming part of everyday life—and the best part is, you don’t need to be an expert to start using it. With a well-constructed, simple prompt, anyone can unlock tools that help with writing, planning, organizing, and more. ...
In response to the rapidly evolving landscape of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws across the United States, ISSA is proud to announce the release of a comprehensive EPR Summary tailored specifically for the cleaning industry. This invaluable resource provides our members with crucial insights into the new regulatory requirements affecting packaging for commercial and household ...
ISSA Show North America 2024 showcased the industry’s impact and importance. ISSA Show North America 2024 gathered over 600 exhibiting brands to connect with building service contractors (BSCs), facility service professionals, distributors, and residential cleaning firms at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, November 17-21, 2024. The industry event, hosted alongside the Building ...
ISSA, your worldwide cleaning industry association, is pleased to announce the first-ever slate of young professionals recognized in the ISSA Emerging Leaders Awards program. Background ISSA’s inaugural Emerging Leaders Awards highlight the importance of recognizing and fostering young talent in the cleaning industry. By spotlighting professionals under 40, the program encourages fresh leadership across the ...
Pioneering excellence and redefining customer service. In today’s business world, a company’s longevity often speaks volumes about its ability to adapt, innovate, and deliver consistently. Wist Business Supplies & Equipment is one of those companies. The company, a family-owned business led by Ian Wist, owner and general manager, is a distribution leader in the Southwest ...
Insights from Jim Collins’ Level 5 leadership model. In previous articles, we explored how to design and populate a strategic and tactical data repository with information to make management decisions. Initially, these discussions formed a comprehensive set of information that companies need to collect to make robust decisions. However, while writing the final article on ...
Join ISSA Hygieia Network for an In-Person Panel Discussion Mentors and allies play a pivotal role in developing inclusive leadership and empowering individuals in the cleaning and facility solutions industry. Join our 30-minute panel discussion, Building Inclusive Leadership: The Role of Mentors and Allies in the Cleaning and Facility Solutions Industry, presented by ISSA Hygieia ...
Everything begins with design—whether the design of the built environment or of the products used for patient care—critical decisions made during this phase, in particular.
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