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green sCene (continued from page 19) Staff Contacts IEHA’s Association Office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, Mon-Fri. Call toll free: (800) 200-6342 or (614) 8957166, or fax: (614) 895-1248. Or, write: I.E.H.A., 1001 Eastwind Drive, Suite 301, Westerville, Ohio 43081-3361; or email: excel@ieha.org. Visit us on the Web at www.ieha.org. We have changed to an automatic voice mail system. Dial the appropriate extension listed below for the department you wish to reach. If you are unable to reach the appropriate person, please leave a detailed message; we will return your call as soon as possible. ACCOUNTING: Tax and group exemption information ❈ ask for Beth Risinger, ext. 104. Accounts payable and receivable ❈ ask for Jody Thomas, ext. 101, or e-mail her at jthomas@ieha.org. CONVENTIONS: Seminars, exhibit and registration information ❈ ask for Beth Risinger, ext. 104, or e-mail her at brisinger@ieha.org. EDUCATION: General education information, exam results, self-study courses and information, status of CEH/REH applications, evaluation of transcripts, scholarships ❈ ask for Sarah Larsen, ext. 103, or e-mail her at slarsen@ieha.org. CHAPTER/DISTRICT INFO AND ACTIVITY, REBATES AND MINUTES ❈ ask for Beth Risinger, ext. 104, or email her at brisinger@ieha.org. EHT MAGAZINE: Publisher ❈ ask for Beth Risinger, ext. 104, or e-mail her at brisinger@ieha.org. EDITORIAL ❈ ask for Laura DiGiulio, ext. 102, or e-mail her at ldigiulio@ieha.org. ADVERTISING ❈ contact Barb Burgie at (614) 273-0783, or e-mail her at barb@ burgiemediafusion.com SUBSCRIPTIONS ❈ ask for Meghan Griesemer, ext. 108. MEMBERSHIP: New membership, member benefits, renewals, applications, prospect packets, dues received ❈ ask for Meghan Griesemer, ext. 108, or e-mail her at mgriesemer@ieha.org. POLICY: Administration, By-Laws, P&P questions ❈ ask for Beth Risinger, CEO/ Executive Director, ext. 104, or e-mail her at brisinger@ieha.org. PUBLICATIONS/RESOURCES: PLACE ORDERS ❈ ask for Jody Thomas, ext. 101, or e-mail her at jthomas@ieha. org. CHECK ORDERS ❈ ask for Jody Thomas, ext. 101, or e-mail her at jthomas@ieha. org. INTERNATIONAL HOUSEKEEPERS WEEK information, specialty items ❈ ask for Jody Thomas, ext. 101, or e-mail her at jthomas@ieha.org. TECHNICAL QUESTIONS: Ask for Laura DiGiulio, ext. 102 or for Beth Risinger, ext. 104. one that strategically shouldn’t be ignored. So lead. Help create the future. Help find better ways to clean. Help find better products combined with the right processes to truly create healthier buildings and reduce negative impacts on the environment. Help your organization understand what the issues are and help them implement Green cleaning. Help those above and below you to understand that this is more than simply using Green products and services. Help them understand that it is about becoming a Green organization and we each have to do our part. So the real question is: Is your organization prepared? For those of you who doubt what I am suggesting, make sure you plan on attending GreenBuild next year. That is, of course, if you can get in. The conference is growing so quickly that there is talk that they will be forced to cap attendance simply because they have grown too large for the convention centers. And unfortunately, if your organization chooses not to participate or participates half-heartedly, just know that you have competitors who are focused and continually improving their programs. They are leading. They are getting better. Their train is accelerating quickly and building an even bigger lead over yours. As a result, they will be better positioned to capture the customer’s business. And frankly, they will have earned it. So lead. Get educated and go beyond even what your organization is providing so you can help lead them. And please know that I am NOT suggesting that your organization is “bad,” not committed, or failing to support your efforts. What I am suggesting is that our entire industry is changing and, as a result, old paradigms and strate- gies just aren’t enough and often are misleading. The time has come for you to pioneer a new way of doing things. Your organization needs you more than ever. Today is the time for you to lead. W A 26+-year veteran of the cleaning industry, Stephen P. Ashkin is a tireless advocate for environmentally-preferable cleaning. Often referred to as the “father of Green cleaning,” Ashkin has played a pivotal role in setting industry standards, promoting environmentally-preferable products, and advocating socially-responsible practices. Read more about standards and certification in the recently published Green Cleaning for Dummies, by Stephen Ashkin and David Holly. For more information, visit www.greencleaningfordummies.com. ATTENTION MEMBERS! “Award Point” Program Through a new program that started November 1, 2007, members holding the R.E.H. or C.E.H. designation will be awarded five (5) points for each new member recruited. When 50 points are achieved (or ten new members), the member will receive a $200 American Express card, to defray airline expenses to I.E.H.A.’s annual Convention, or to use as a personal award. Members who do not hold the R.E.H. or C.E.H. designation will be awarded five (5) points for each new member achieved as well. When 50 points are achieved, the member may use their $200 gift card toward the purchase of the Self-Study Program, or take it as a personal award. Don’t wait—start earning your points today! 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Executive Housekeeping Today - January 2008 Contents Executive Corner How Hand-Held Computers Benefit Quality Assurance Programs Shining the Light on ATP Detection Frugal Housekeeper MRSA: Myth or Monster? The Impact of New Laundry Technology I.E.H.A.’s 41st Educational Conference and Convention Wrap-Up Board Briefing 2007 Audit Report The Green Scene 2007 International Housekeepers Week Celebrations! Inside the Industry Product Highlights Advertisers' Index Joint IEHA/ISSA Members New Members Calendar of Events Inside I.E.H.A. What I.E.H.A. Has Done For Me

Executive Housekeeping Today - January 2008

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