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executive corner In 1968, the Hawaii Chapter Annabel Chotzen, as well as Rose of IEHA was founded and its in- Galera’s many informative workaugural Bosses’ Night was held. shops, including “A Life’s Portfolio/ Four decades later, as my second Personal and Professional Planand final term as Hawaii Chapter ning.” Second Vice President John President comes to an end, I cannot Yamamoto also took a proactive help but feel a sense of pride and approach by thinking “outside-thehumbleness to have been given box” and lined up guest speakers this opportunity to serve as Presi- on topics that not only helped imdent of the largest prove our profesChapter in our orgasional outlook, but nization. It has been our personal lives an honor to work with as well. and receive support • Environmenfrom all the members tal Concerns and who are so dedicated Green Programs: to the housekeeping Key community industry. entities, such as As I transition out the Board of Water of my presidency, it Supply, Hawaiian gives me time to Electric Comreflect on the past. pany, HonoI was fortunate lulu Recovery to be a part of so Systems, and Hawaii Chapter President many great activithe Mayor’s Ofties and events, fice were guest take part in presenting new edu- speakers at our meetings to discuss cational topics, and participate in ways to cut down on waste, convarious community service proj- serve our precious water resources, ects, for example: and emphasize how some hotels • Bosses’ Night: Our Chapter’s are doing more to reduce electricannual gala recognizes those who ity usage to decrease our carbon have allowed the members to get footprint on the environment. together to share ideas, exchange • Community Service Projcommon challenges in our indus- ects: The Hawaii Chapter has try and brainstorm solutions, and sustained our biannual cleaning form long-term friendships. of the 100th Infantry Battalion • Vendor Appreciation Day: Veterans’ Clubhouse, along with a This annual event allows us to biannual donation drive of various thank our vendor members for goods such as towels, sheets, and their support and allow them to other personal hygiene items that present their goods and services to were distributed to local homethe Chapter in a mini-trade show less shelters, veteran centers, and format. organizations that service the • Educational Topics and needy. Our donation drive was Workshops: We were fortunate to even recognized by the Governor’s have presentations by Pat Gable, office during a grand opening/ of United Laundry, on laundry dedication of the Next Step Shelter management, and a motivational in Kakaako. discussion of embracing change by (continued on page 18) i Reflection The official publication of the International Executive Housekeepers Association, Inc. MAGAZINE STAFF Beth B. Risinger, Publisher Laura M. DiGiulio, Editor & Advertising Sales IEHA Toll-free voice: (800) 200-6342 00 Eastwind Dr., Suite 30 Westerville, Ohio 4308-336 Voice: (64) 895-766 Fax: (64) 895-248 E-mail: excel@ieha.org Internet: www.ieha.org TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Andrew Bales, CEH Mason General Hospital P.O. Box 1668 Shelton, WA 98584 (360) 427-3638 abales@masongeneral.com Jimmie Green Savannah/Hilton Head Airport 640 Gulfstream Rd. Savannah, GA 31408 (912) 964-0514 jgreen@savannahairport.com Patty Kawaoka Mirimar at Waikiki Hotel 1816 10th Ave. Honolulu, HI 96816 (808) 926-8550 Pkawaoka@miramarwaikiki.com Christopher Kopach University of Arizona 1730 North Vine Tucson, AZ 85719 (520) 626-4919 kopachc@fm.arizona.edu Sue Vrenna, CEH St. Vincent Health Center 232 W. 25th St. Erie, PA 16544 (814) 452-5714 svrenna@svhs.org Gary Nushida Audited By: 2 Executive Housekeeping Today/March 2009 http://www.ieha.org http://www.ieha.org

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Executive Housekeeping Today - March 2009 Contents Executive Corner Why Integrated Cleaning and Measurement is Good for the Cleaning Industry Hygienic Green Cleaning - The Next Wave Frugal Housekeeper Integrated Cleaning and Measurement: A New Approach to Housekeeping and Sanitation Feature Article What's in YOUR Janitor Closet? The Green Scene 2009 Convention Information Product Highlights New Members Joint IEHA/ISSA Members Advertisers' Index Calendar of Events Inside IEHA What IEHA Has Done For Me

Executive Housekeeping Today - March 2009

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