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inside IEHA Signs Agreement With CRI January 7, 2009—The International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) and the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) have signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding designed to help executive housekeepers protect their facilities’ long-term carpet investments by increasing IEHA members’ involvement with CRI’s Seal of Approval programs for cleaning products and service providers. CRI is the national trade association representing the carpet and rug industry that functions as a source of science-based information on topics such as carpet cleaning and maintenance, as well as carpet’s contribution to indoor air quality and environmental sustainability. CRI’s Seal of Approval program evaluates cleaning solutions, deep cleaning extractors, deep cleaning systems, and commercial and residential vacuums through rigorous independent testing that meets international standards. Products certified with the CRI Seal of Approval demonstrate the ability to clean effectively while maintaining and protecting carpet’s long-term appearance. Seal of Approval also recognizes environmentally-responsible products and offers marketing and promotional support for certified Seal of Approval Service Providers. In the joint memorandum, IEHA agrees to promote the use of SOA-certified products and equipment to its 3,800 members and to incorporate CRI’s library of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) into the curricula for IEHA’s Certified Executive Housekeeper (CEH) and Registered Executive Housekeeper (REH) designations. CRI’s CEUs are recognized by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the International Interior Design Association (IIDA). In return, CRI will offer IEHA members the opportunity to become SOA-certified Service Providers, and to provide marketing support to those who achieve SOA Service Provider status. Both groups agree to participate in cooperative cross-promotional activities, including joint projects, public relations, and events. “We see this as an excellent opportunity for our members to achieve additional professional recognition as CRI SOA Service Providers,” said IEHA CEO/Executive Director Beth Risinger. “CRI’s Seal of Approval is a valuable program based on independent, third-party scientific testing that reflects IEHA’s goals of increased measurement and accountability in housekeeping and facility maintenance.” “The exclusive use of CRI’s Seal of Approval products and equipment will increase the useful life of carpet, enhance interior environments from an aesthetic standpoint, and decrease a facility’s overall environmental footprint,” said CRI President Werner Braun. “We’re excited to partner with IEHA.” the industry New Orleans is Ready for Clean ‘09 January 9, 2009—“New Orleans is Great” was the consensus of a group of industry journalists who visited the Crescent City in December. For most, it was their first trip to New Orleans since Katrina’s rage in 2005. Some had expressed concern about the city’s ability to host the Clean Show June 18-21. They were pleasantly surprised. With the pride, dedication, devotion, and enthusiasm of its citizens, the heart of New Orleans has rebounded beautifully and is “better than ever” according to most visitors. Morial Convention Center, where the Clean Show will take place, is totally refurbished with new paint and carpet, and all new signage in the lobbies and outside the meeting rooms. Visitors were especially impressed with the city’s famous French Quarter. The new company contracted to clean its streets has done such a good job that its owner has become one of the city’s greatest celebrities. He is often applauded by residents when he enters a restaurant, according to convention bureau guides who accompanied the journalists. So the journalists could see how much progress has been made in the inner city, they also visited two areas that were the hardest hit by Katrina—the Lakeview District where the 17th Street levy broke, and the Lower Ninth Ward that was completely flooded. These areas, which most visitors will never see, put a heartbreaking perspective on what happened in 2005. They are recovering slowly in patches, but progress is being made with the help of grants, donations, volunteers, and the strong will of its citizens. Perhaps some Clean ’09 attendees will take time to see these communities. For more information about Clean ‘09, visit its Web site at www. cleanshow.com, or e-mail info@ cleanshow.com. 24 Executive Housekeeping Today/February 2009 http://www.cleanshow.com http://www.cleanshow.com

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Executive Housekeeping Today - February 2009 Contents Executive Corner Putting a Stop to Restroom Complaints Clean Soap Dispensers are Good for Business Frugal Housekeeper Executive Profile Spartan Scholarship Award Winner USGBC Tip The Green Scene 2008 IEHA Audit Report The Un-Comfort Zone with Robert Wilson 2009 Salary Survey Inside the Industry Product Highlights New Members Joint IEHA/ISSA Members Advertisers’ Index Calendar of Events Inside IEHA What IEHA Has Done For Me

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