Cleaning Is Essential
ISSA
ISSA's podcast providing insightful news and engaging conversations with business and political leaders about top issues impacting the cleaning industry.
All episodes (10)
The Next Big Innovation Isn’t What You Think with Adam Povlitz, CEO of Anago Cleaning Systems
In this episode I am joined by Adam Povlitz, CEO and President of Anago Cleaning Systems. We discuss why he never wanted to be part of the family business and why that changed, how the franchise business model works, the next big innovation when it comes to providing cleaning services, and a book th
From Opera Singing to Free Public Bathroom Advocate with Teddy Seigel, Got2GoNYC
In this episode I am joined by Teddy Seigel, creator of Got2GoNYC and the most used Google map in the world which identifies free public restrooms in New York City. We discuss how she became passionate about accessible public bathrooms, her advocacy around this human right, opera singing, her appear
Why Relationships Still Matter In The Age of Technology with Keith Schneringer, BradyPlus
In this episode I am joined by Keith Schneringer, Senior Director of Marketing – JanSan + Sustainability at BradyPlus. We discuss why he left and came back to the cleaning industry, how the industry has changed over the last three decades, how technology and relationships are the future of the indus
Political Call Center to Cleaning Regulations with Meche Ragland, ISSA
In this episode I am joined by Meche Ragland, Manager of Regulatory Affairs for ISSA. We discuss how she got her start working in the lab, her journey to regulatory affairs for ISSA, the different issues impacting the cleaning industry like extended producer responsibility and PFAS, her favorite job
Why People Don't Leave the Cleaning Industry with Raquel Carbonari, Essity
In this episode I am joined by Raquel Carbonari, Brand Activation Director for Essity. We discuss how she got her start in the cleaning industry, International Cleaning Week, the company’s partnership with the Philadelphia Eagles, and the importance of advocating for the industry.
How Clean is the White House? Paul Sarzoza Shares His State of the Union Experience
In this episode, Cleaning Is Essential is joined by Paul Sarzoza, President & CEO of Verde Clean a cleaning company based out of Phoenix, Arizona. The episode discusses about how he got his business started, how clean the White House is, how he got invited as a special guest to the State of the Unio
Cleaning IS Essential: National Cleaning Week Recap; Overtime Limits; Letter to President Biden
Topic 1: The U.S. House of Representatives, 19 states, and many cities joined in on proclaiming March 26-April 1, National Cleaning Week in addition to hundreds of companies participating in promoting the week in their own unique ways. Topic 2: A federal bill would expand overtime eligibility to sal
Rep. Darin LaHood Talks Tariffs & Recognizes National Cleaning Week
In this episode Cleaning Is Essential interviews Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-18) who is currently serving his fourth term in the U.S. House of Representatives. We talk about his National Cleaning Week Resolution, how the U.S. should handle trade issues with China, and why getting involved in the
Residential Cleaning Company Secures Cleaning Week Proclamations in Oklahoma
In this episode, Cleaning Is Essential is joined by Stephanie Ramsey, owner of Simply Maid OK to discuss how she started her business, the biggest challenges facing her residential cleaning company, and her successful efforts to promote national cleaning week in Oklahoma.
The Changing Regulatory Landscape for Cleaning Products
In this episode, Cleaning Is Essential is joined by Rebecca Kaufold, Manager of Government Affairs and Sustainability at Spartan Chemical Company to discuss her role at Spartan, how the regulatory environment has changed, and the trend towards more sustainable products.