Monthly Archives: November 2022

GP PRO Survey of Real Estate Professionals Reveals Demand for Smart Technology

By |2024-03-11T15:48:04-05:00November 30, 2022|

According to a recent survey from GP PRO, more than 90% of real estate professionals believe a smart technology that helps ensure consistently clean and well-stocked restrooms warrants a premium, above-base rent. In conducting the study earlier this year, GP PRO queried commercial real estate brokers and property management professionals across the United States. According ...

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CFS Brands Purchases Elite Global Solutions

By |2024-03-11T15:48:04-05:00November 30, 2022|

CFS Brands, parent company of San Jamar, has acquired Elite Global Solutions. CFS Brands’ purchase of the Foothill Ranch, California-based provider of premium foodservice offerings expands the company’s product portfolio. Per the terms of the acquisition, Elite Global Solutions will operate as a stand-alone entity within CFS Brands. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. “Elite Global ...

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EPA Safer Choice Considers Certification Program for Cleaning Service Providers

By |2024-03-11T15:48:03-05:00November 30, 2022|

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Safer Choice Program recently announced it is considering implementing a certification program for cleaning service providers that use Safer Choice and Design for the Environment (DfE) certified products for cleaning and related activities. An EPA representative made the announcement at the Safer Choice Summit conducted in the Washington, D.C., ...

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ISS Ireland Wins Two Safety Awards

By |2024-03-11T15:48:02-05:00November 29, 2022|

ISS received two awards at the National Irish Safety Organisation (NISO) Annual Occupational Health and Safety Award ceremony. The awards program, now in its 31st year, honors businesses with a history of service excellence and achievement in cleaning. ISS Ireland was presented with the High Safety Standard Award and the Consistent High Achievement Award. The ...

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Georgia-Pacific Donates $1M to National Center for Civil and Human Rights

By |2024-03-11T15:48:02-05:00November 29, 2022|

Georgia-Pacific LLC, parent company of GP PRO, recently donated US$1 million to the National Center for Civil and Human Rights (NCCHR) in Atlanta. Georgia-Pacific’s contribution will help fund the museum’s expansion project, which will add 20,000 square feet to the 42,000-square-foot facility. The museum features the papers and artifacts of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as well as ...

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P&G Names Top External Business Partners

By |2024-03-11T15:48:01-05:00November 29, 2022|

Proctor & Gamble (P&G), parent company of Proctor & Gamble Professional (P&G PRO), has named the recipients of its External Business Partner Excellence Award. P&G’s annual award honor the company’s suppliers that have delivered enhanced value to its business. This year, more than 70 companies were recognized by P&G, including Dow and Sodexo’s China division, Sodexo China. ...

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ISSA Starts Search for Cleaning Industry Greats

By |2024-03-11T15:48:00-05:00November 28, 2022|

In anticipation of its 100th anniversary of being the worldwide cleaning industry in 2023, ISSA is seeking nominations of people, companies, and products that have made a significant impact to the cleaning industry. Nominations are being sought for the following categories: Top influencer Top innovative product Leading brand/company Emerging leader. Nominations are open to any ...

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Sodexo Names New Managing Director for India

By |2024-03-11T15:48:00-05:00November 28, 2022|

Sodexo has promoted Sambit Kumar Sahu to managing director for the company’s Sodexo India division. Sahu has been with Sodexo for more than 18 years, working in a variety of operational and strategy leadership positions. He most recently served as director of health and care for Sodexo India. He succeeds Rohit Bahety, who recently was ...

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Henkel VP Joins ACI Board

By |2024-03-11T15:47:59-05:00November 28, 2022|

The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) recently added Jillaine Dellis during the institute’s recent meeting in Washington, D.C. Dellis currently serves as vice president of sustainability and industry affairs for Henkel Corp., parent company of Dial® Professional. Dellis has been with Henkel since 2015 and previously worked in leadership positions for Meijer Inc. and Alberto-Culver. “ACI’s ...

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ISSA LARU—Update on VOC Regulations

By |2024-03-11T15:47:59-05:00November 23, 2022|

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 VOC regulations, the regulation of 1,4-dioxane in New York State, a proposed approach to the EPA’s non-PRIA-related backlog for antimicrobials, and more. Want to stay informed about ...

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