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ISSA LARU—Registration Now Open for Clean Advocacy Summit

By |2023-12-08T15:00:49-06:00December 8, 2023|

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 registration opening for the 2024 Clean Advocacy Summit, a complimentary PRIA webinar on December 15, a new ISSA partnership with Penn State’s College of Medicine and The City ...

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GOJO Industries

By |2024-03-21T02:41:34-05:00December 8, 2023|

Founded nearly 78 years ago by Jerry and Goldie Lippman, GOJO Industries, perhaps best known for its PURELL brand hand sanitizer, remains a beacon of innovation and perseverance. In this edition of our Member Spotlight, we look into the rich tapestry of GOJO’s history and values through a conversation with its CEO, Carey Jaros. Beginning ...

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SC Johnson Appoints Director of Global Inclusion

By |2023-12-07T22:25:29-06:00December 7, 2023|

SC Johnson, parent company of SC Johnson Professional, has appointed Kingsley Gobourne director of global diversity and inclusion. Gobourne joins SC Johnson from the Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin where he served as chief equity and engagement officer. Prior to that, he worked as senior consultant of diversity, equity, and inclusion for UnityPoint Health. “In ...

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Registration Now Open for the ISSA Hygieia Networking & Leadership Conference in Atlanta

By |2023-12-07T16:00:52-06:00December 7, 2023|

On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, kick off the new year by joining ISSA Hygieia Network for its upcoming networking and leadership conference — Workplace Allies: The Power of Having Someone in Your Corner. This information-packed event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET at Georgia-Pacific’s headquarters in Atlanta. “We’re excited to start ...

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ISS Names New CEO for United Kingdom

By |2023-12-06T22:13:07-06:00December 6, 2023|

ISS S/A , parent company of ISS Facility Services, has appointed Scott Davies CEO of the company’s ISS UK & Ireland division, effective January 1, 2024. Davies has been with ISS for more than a decade, serving in a variety of leadership roles. He most recently served as regional CEO of its Asia Pacific division. He ...

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4M Expands into Minnesota

By |2023-12-06T22:11:44-06:00December 6, 2023|

4M Building Solutions has acquired Buttweiler Environmental (BWE) for an undisclosed sum. 4M’s purchase of the St. Cloud, Minnesota-based, family-owned commercial cleaning firm expands the company’s presence into the state. Per the terms of the deal, 4M will merge BWE’s EnviroTech and RestoreTech divisions under the 4M Building Solutions name and continue to build on BWE’s client ...

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House Cleaning Technician Certification Offers Competitive Advantage for Residential Cleaners

By |2023-12-06T22:10:21-06:00December 6, 2023|

IICRC House Cleaning Technician (HCT) Training & Certification, sponsored by ISSA Residential, is an intensive two-day training into the science of cleaning, dissecting the various surfaces encountered and the chemicals used. In 2024, cleaning professionals have ample opportunity to gain their certification and reach the true master level in cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting. “I highly ...

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Artificial Intelligence in the Warehouse

By |2024-03-11T17:56:45-05:00December 6, 2023|

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not magic. From my perspective and in the context of distributors, AI is a combination of software and data to solve and prevent problems. The software is usually a distributor’s ERP (Enterprise Resources Planning) system, modified to include AI logic and formulas, potentially interacting with CRM (customer relationship management) and e-commerce ...

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Steve Ashkin Explains Why ESG Will Continue to Expand in 2024

By |2023-12-05T19:37:46-06:00December 5, 2023|

Steve Ashkin, president of The Ashkin Group LLC and an advocate for sustainability within the cleaning industry, recently shared his anticipation for the expansion of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) programs by more jansan companies worldwide in 2024. “Organizations in our industry realize the importance of ESG issues,” said Ashkin. “These are not just optional ...

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ABM Contracted to Cut Virginia School District’s Energy Costs

By |2023-12-05T19:32:54-06:00December 5, 2023|

ABM has secured an energy performance contract with the Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) in central Virginia. The contract calls for ABM to perform an extensive upgrade to the district’s HVAC mechanical system and install LED lighting enhancements in OCPS facilities. The deal also includes maintenance services and a STEM engagement program to help students learn about ...

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