ISSA, The Association for Cleaning & Facility Solutions, is pleased to announce the individuals elected to serve on the 2027 ISSA Board of Directors, which will be led by ISSA President John Swigart of Spartan Chemical Co., Inc. 2027 Officers Vice President/President-Elect: Mercer Stanfield, Brame Specialty Co., Inc. Executive Officer: Kim Price, ImageFIRST Healthcare Laundry BSC Director: Steve […]
The Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) has announced an eight-year extension of its sponsorship agreement with Particles Plus, building on the second year of the parties’ original two-year agreement. With this extension, Particles Plus will continue as IAQA’s exclusive Diamond Sponsor, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the association’s mission, initiatives, and long-term growth. In addition […]
New education initiative equips ISSA members with practical skills to navigate smart building technologies and enhance operations in a rapidly digitizing built environment. ISSA, The Association for Cleaning and Facility Solutions, today announced a new collaboration with Smart Building Bootcamp, a specialist education provider focused on smart buildings, digital real estate, and emerging technologies in the […]
Senators Richard Blumenthal (CT-D), Joni Ernst (IA-R), Tim Sheehy (MT-R), Mazie Hirono (HI-D), and Congressman Jimmy Panetta announced the introduction of a new, bi-partisan measure that looks to address dampness and mold in military housing, specifically naming the IICRC’s standards and certifications. The Military Occupancy Living Defense (MOLD) Act proposes comprehensive reforms to address mold […]
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) will host its 4th Annual Flooring Education Symposium at the Dalton Convention Center in Dalton, Georgia, bringing together industry professionals for expert-led education, networking, and hands-on learning. The three-day event will kick off with two full days of symposium sessions on October 19–20 (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. EST), followed […]
ISSA, The Association for Cleaning and Facility Solutions, and the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors (NORMI™) have signed a renewed and expanded alliance agreement. The agreement takes effect immediately and builds on a formal partnership that began in 2018. The two organizations share a common goal: healthy indoor environments need both professional cleaning and proper […]
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has announced its inaugural Legislative Fly-In. The event takes place September 1–2, 2026, in Washington, D.C. It will be held at the Hyatt Capitol Hill. The Fly-In brings together IICRC-certified professionals, certified firms, industry leaders, and stakeholders from across the country. Together, they will engage directly […]
50 Years of Midsouth: A Legacy of Service, Mentorship, and Integrity MidSouth Cleaning and Restoration Association (MCRA) is celebrating its 50th anniversary, commemorating five decades of service to the cleaning and restoration industries across the Southeast. Founded in 1976 as the Mid-South Professional Cleaners Association, MCRA was established to promote education, ethical standards, and collaboration among industry professionals. Midsouth is also one of the founding […]
Bran Lynch
Decades ago, the pioneers of the restoration industry recognized the need for standards that restorers could use to set a benchmark for professional services. People like Martin L. King, Lloyd Weaver, Cliff Zlotnik, Claude Blackburn, Rusty Amarante, Lee King, Larry Holder, Pete Consigli (and many more) fought to have our industry recognized as organized and […]
