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MicroFiber (continued from previous page) 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. 105, 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 Sarah Larsen, ext. 103, or e-mail her at slarsen@ieha. org MEMBERSHIP: New membership, member benefits, renewals, applications, prospect packets, dues received ❈ ask for Sarah Larsen, ext. 103, or e-mail her at slarsen@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. 105, or e-mail her at jthomas@ieha. org. CHECK ORDERS ❈ ask for Jody Thomas, ext. 105, or e-mail her at jthomas@ieha. org. INTERNATIONAL HOUSEKEEPERS WEEK information, specialty items ❈ ask for Jody Thomas, ext. 105, or e-mail her at jthomas@ieha.org. TECHNICAL QUESTIONS: Ask for Laura DiGiulio, ext. 102 or for Beth Risinger, ext. 104. citing other companies’ products. The Proof is in the Third-Party Testing When comparing microfiber, require your supplier to provide you with third-party documentation that proves not only their product is split, but that it removes bacteria and viruses. If the supplier cannot provide this extremely important third-party data, they probably do not have high-quality microfiber. The Green Benefits of Microfiber Microfiber is a much Greener cleaning method than traditional terry cloth rags or cotton string mops. It not only lasts over six times longer than cotton cloths or mops, but also reduces chemical usage by as much as 95 percent. These are the obvious environmental benefits of using microfiber products. Microfiber also plays into social equity by allowing a larger group of people to use the products due to its lighter weight and more ergonomic design as compared to traditional cleaning methods. Finally, due to the ability of microfiber to remove bacteria when used with just water or a neutral cleaner, users are exposed to less dangerous and toxic chemicals. Microfiber is the optimum choice for any user who wants to not only clean better, but also clean Greener and healthier. It is essential, however, to use only microfiber products from suppliers that can prove the effectiveness of their products. If you choose a microfiber supplier that can produce third-party documentation, provide a complete cleaning system, and the needed training, you will experience improved cleaning performance and greater productivity, while reducing the use of chemicals and the amount of waste going into the landfill. And more immediately, you will have created a safer and healthier environment for your staff and customers. W Jenn Schneider and Mark Hoyle are members of the marketing team at Rubbermaid Commercial Products, LLC. Mark Hoyle is the senior product manager for the Microfiber Cleaning Group, and has been instrumental in the development and marketing of innovative microfiber cleaning products. For more information, visit www.rcpworksmarter.com. Recognize your Past Chapter Presidents! Purchase the pictured above Past Chapter President’s pin for the exclusive price of $10.00! (includes shipping & handling) Don’t Wait—Contact excel@ieha.org, or call (800) 200-6342 TODAY! 2 Executive Housekeeping Today/May 2008 http://www.ieha.org http://www.rcpworksmarter.com http://www.rcpworksmarter.com

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Executive Housekeeping Today - May 2008 Contents Executive Corner From Ivory Halls to Four-Star Resorts The Ten-Dollar Test Toward Customer Satisfaction Frugal Housekeeper How Green is Your Laundry Not All Microfiber is Created Equal Feature Article - I.E.H.A. Investigates: Issues in Hotel Housekeeping 2008 Candidate Information IHW Product Information The Green Scene 2008 Convention Information Product Highlights Inside the Industry New Members Joint IEHA/ISSA Members CEH/REH Members Advertisers' Index Calendar of Events Inside I.E.H.A. What I.E.H.A. Has Done For Me

Executive Housekeeping Today - May 2008

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