cleanfaxstg, Author at Cleanfax /author/cleanfaxstg/ Serving Cleaning and Restoration Professionals Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:42:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2023/02/cropped-CF-32x32.png cleanfaxstg, Author at Cleanfax /author/cleanfaxstg/ 32 32 SpangleR Restoration Appoints Miguel A. Figueroa III as Chief Planning Officer /spangler-restoration-appoints-miguel-a-figueroa-iii-as-chief-planning-officer/ Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:42:06 +0000 /?p=73835 The SpangleR Group LLC announced that its owner and CEO Josh Spangler and senior leadership have appointed Miguel A. Figueroa III.

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]]> The SpangleR Group LLC announced that its owner and CEO Josh Spangler and senior leadership have appointed Miguel A. Figueroa III, an accomplished restoration leader with deep growth master planning, architecture, construction, and restoration industry experience, as chief planning officer, effective Feb 24. In a bold and unexpected move SpangleR created the position to bolster its position in the southeast market as a contender in the commercial and large loss realm.

Figueroa’s new role marks a strategic shift from his previous, externally focused position as chief strategy officer to a more inward-facing leadership role. His focus will be on strengthening internal operations, optimizing organizational structure, and building infrastructure to support sustainable growth. Key initiatives include aligning staffing with business needs in the commercial and large loss sectors, streamlining internal processes, implementing targeted training programs, and enhancing safety protocols. He will also lead a comprehensive P&L analysis to refine KPIs that directly impact revenue and EBITDA performance.

“Miguel’s unique and successful history is the perfect complement to our leadership team,” Spangler said. “We are moving quickly to collaborate and execute the company vision as we continue to make our mark as a proud independent restoration company.”

“I’m incredibly excited to welcome our new chief planning officer to Spangler—this is a big moment for our team,” said Bob Goodloe, cirector of ERS. “I’m looking forward to collaborating closely and driving forward the innovative planning work that’s core to our mission.”

“We’re thrilled to welcome Miguel as our new chief planning officer,” said Brandy Millwood, SpangleR director of human resources. “His vision and leadership come at an exciting time, and I couldn’t be more enthusiastic about the growth potential ahead with him on board.”

On his appointment, Figueroa said, “While decisions like these are never easy, I am truly honored and excited to join SpangleR as chief planning officer. I have deep respect and admiration for this well-established and trusted North Carolina company. I see meaningful opportunities ahead to reshape the business in ways that enhance service to our commercial clients and drive lasting value for our owner and employees alike.”

“In my first weeks here, I’ve been incredibly impressed by the tenure, talent, dedication, and passion of the team.”

“SpangleR has long been recognized as an award-winning leader in residential restoration within the insurance industry. In recent years, the company has made strategic investments in operational efficiency, including the implementation of an outside third-party sales training, guiding, and managing function; and has expanded its footprint in the commercial sector. This growth includes significant projects across the multi-family, retail, government, and healthcare markets, with several current engagements exceeding $1.5 million in value,” Figueroa continued. “I’m excited to continue building momentum with the company, focusing over the next two years on strengthening our internal operations in Charlotte and laying the groundwork for scalable, long-term growth. I’ll say this, I believe SpangleR has the potential to shake up the restoration industry in our corner of the world by setting new standards, challenging long-held assumptions, and creating a future that once seemed unimaginable for some.”

Figueroa is a U.S. Army National Guard veteran and a seasoned construction and restoration executive with over 25 years of industry experience. He is widely respected for his leadership and deep-rooted relationships across the sector. Throughout his career, he has held key roles including field operations manager, branch manager, vice president, chief operating officer, and chief strategy officer. Figueroa has consistently driven organizational growth, mentoring emerging leaders, spearheading executive-level sales initiatives, leading national market expansions in regions such as Dallas-Fort Worth and Southern California, guiding company reinvention efforts, and championing cultural transformations grounded in customer-centric innovation.

Figueroa holds an associate’s degree in applied science-architectural technology from Fayetteville Technical Community College. He held a North Carolina general contractor-building license from 1997-2009 and has industry certifications such as: CICTI- CCHM certified healthcare manager; IICRC- WRT, ASD, FSRT, OCT, & CCT. Figueroa is also a multi-year recipient of the President’s Club Award, earned during his tenure at one of the fastest-growing national restoration companies in the industry.

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]]> Management Happiness Matters /management-happiness-matters/ Mon, 10 Jun 2024 04:30:16 +0000 /?p=71718 Less than a quarter of U.S. employees strongly agree with the statement, “I trust the leadership of this organization,” according to a recent Gallup survey.

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]]> Less than a quarter (23%) of U.S. employees strongly agree with the statement, “I trust the leadership of this organization,” according to a recent survey. This is particularly alarming because employees who strongly agree they trust the leadership of their organization are four times more likely to be engaged. Additionally, the majority (58%) of employees who trust their leadership will be less likely to be watching for or actively seeking a new job.

This post-pandemic workforce period has experienced widespread disruptions, including declines in Ի, record , and an unprecedented increase in , Gallup reports. In turn, managers, who are tasked with bringing stability to the company’s workforce, are feeling stressed. Most managers now are watching for or actively looking for a new job and less than a third (31%) feel engaged with their jobs. Manager satisfaction also has steadily declined since 2021, Gallup reports. This year only 16% of managers said they are “extremely satisfied” with their positions.

In the future, manager’s wellbeing will be critical as Gallup said they account for 70% of the variance in their own team’s engagement. In 2023, only 22% of employees said their performance was managed in a way that motivated them to do outstanding work. Additionally, slightly more than a quarter (27%) of employees said managers included them in goal setting, the research firm found.

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]]> Register Today for Our Free Webinar: Masters in Restoration Pricing & Documentation /register-today-for-our-free-webinar-masters-in-restoration-pricing-documentation/ Thu, 02 May 2024 05:30:39 +0000 /?p=71501 Valuable tips on using innovative technology in estimating, pricing, and documenting restoration jobs to improve margins will be presented in Cleanfax’s latest webinar.

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]]> Valuable tips on using innovative technology in estimating, pricing, and documenting restoration jobs to improve margins and work successfully with insurance companies will be presented in Cleanfax’s latest webinar, Masters in Restoration Pricing & Documentation: How to Turbocharge Your Restoration Project Strategies.

From 1–2 p.m. CT on Tuesday, May 14, Cleanfax will present a free one-hour, fast-paced webinar, during which attendees will learn:

• Techniques to optimize your restoration project documentation.
• Innovative strategies to maximize profitability.
• Ways to unlock the potential of digital tools and technologies in restoration.
• Expert tips to streamline restoration projects and overcome crippling challenges.
• What the industry is doing right now to succeed—things you might be missing!

In addition, there will be a dedicated Q&A session where you can ask your toughest questions and get honest answers from our panelists, including:

• Jeff Cross (moderator), ý Media Director
• Ben Looper, Southeast Restoration founder and CEO
• Anthony Nelson, Pivot My Biz partner
• Nate Cisney, Restoration Made Simple partner.

and pose your question now or during the live webinar, brought to you by SteraMist. By registering, you also will receive a link to the recorded webinar after the live event has ended.

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]]> Registration Now Open for 2024 Business Growth Strategies Conference /registration-now-open-for-2024-business-growth-strategies-conference/ Tue, 23 Apr 2024 04:30:46 +0000 /?p=71508 Registration is now open for the 2024 Business Growth Strategies Conference. Hosted by ý, the worldwide cleaning industry association, this year’s conference takes place June 11-13, 2024, at ý’s headquarters in Rosemont, Ill. This exclusive three-day event is designed to help building service contractors, residential cleaning companies, and restoration companies become more efficient operationally, grow their…

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]]>  for the 2024 Business Growth Strategies Conference. Hosted by ý, the worldwide cleaning industry association, this year’s conference takes place June 11-13, 2024, at ý’s headquarters in Rosemont, Ill.

This exclusive three-day event is designed to help building service contractors, residential cleaning companies, and restoration companies become more efficient operationally, grow their business with new sales and marketing techniques, and take advantage the latest innovations. Nearly 20 cleaning industry thought leaders will be on hand to share their wealth of expertise on such topics as enhancing sales techniques, improving worker retention, optimizing performance practices, and other topics designed to boost attendees’ businesses. This special event is limited to the first 100 attendees and by design will be an intimate setting that allows participants to have the experience of learning from some of their most respected peers.

“As our industry continues to face significant concerns such as a mounting labor shortage, supply-chain challenges, and increased customer demands, we wanted to offer solutions,” said ý Executive Director John Barrett. “This year’s Business Growth Strategies is poised to provide attendees with the tools and skills to operate more efficiently while leveraging new technology in an environment encouraging peer-to-peer networking.”

This year’s distinguished keynote speakers collectively bring forth decades of invaluable experience in the cleaning industry. Hear real-world advice from such luminaries as Dean Mercado of Online Marketing Muscle; Ricky Regaldo, CEO and founder of Route; and Debbie Sardone of Debbie Sardone Consulting. The event features several panels on game-changing strategies helmed by professionals from across the cleaning industry supply chain. A complete schedule of speakers and sessions can be found at .

In addition to the unprecedented educational and training opportunities, Business Growth Strategies offers attendees the chance to share success stories with fellow business owners and managers. As part of the event, all attendees are invited to join a special Cleaning & Cocktails Networking Event on June 11.

“We really have gone above and beyond with our educational offerings this year for Business Growth Strategies,” said ý Chief Global Education Officer Brant Insero. “The panels and presentations we have scheduled will help you supercharge your skillset and take your operations to the next level.”

Thanks to the generosity of the Business Growth Strategies event sponsors, all attendees of Business Growth Strategies have access to two exclusive offers. Sunbelt Rentals will provide participants with a coupon to enjoy 15% off any rental (a savings of up to $500) and ThinkLite Air is offering a 30-day, complimentary trial on an indoor air quality (IAQ) monitor.

For more information on Business Growth Strategies and to register, visit .

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]]> ý Scholars 2024–2025 Applications Open for Scholarships /issa-scholars-2024-2025-applications-open-for-scholarships/ Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:34:46 +0000 /?p=71102 ý Scholars, an ý Charities™ signature program, has opened its scholarship applications for the 2024–2025 academic year. Employees of all ý member companies and their families are encouraged to apply now through April 12, 2024. There are also opportunities for member companies to donate to a scholarship fund or develop a new fund to support…

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]]> , an ý Charities™ signature program, has opened its scholarship applications for the 2024–2025 academic year. Employees of all ý member companies and their families are encouraged to apply now through April 12, 2024. There are also opportunities for member companies to donate to a scholarship fund or develop a new fund to support our efforts.

“Our commitment is not just to financial support but to nurturing the future leaders of the cleaning industry. As ý Scholars continues to invest in the potential of bright minds, we proudly extend scholarships to deserving students, empowering them to reach new heights in higher education,” said ý Charities Director of Development Sandy Wolfrum. “We’re eager to see this year’s exceptional applicants!”

On an annual basis, ý Scholars awards scholarships to students who showcase outstanding academic and leadership qualities. These scholarships serve as a beacon of support, alleviating the financial strain of tuition for individuals affiliated with ý member companies, including employees and their immediate family members, as they embark on their educational journeys at accredited four-year colleges and universities.

This year, ý Hygieia Network, an ý Charities signature program dedicated to the advancement and retention of women in the cleaning industry, has increased the ý Hygieia Network Scholarship from US$3,500 to $5,000. Applicants for this scholarship must be a female employee of an active ý Member company and have a minimum two years of experience in the cleaning industry. The funds can be used toward any level of undergraduate or post-graduate degrees.

With the support of generous ý member companies, ý Scholars awarded $142,000 in financial aid to 49 students in 2023. Member companies looking to provide support can donate to existing funds or develop their own scholarship award. ý announces the complete list of scholarship recipients and company sponsors each year.

To apply for a scholarship or to donate to ý Scholars, visit 

To create a scholarship fund under an ý member company, contact Michon Mohan at michonm@issacharities.org.

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]]> ý Edition of ý Today Now Online! /november-december-edition-of-issa-today-now-online/ Fri, 03 Nov 2023 13:41:14 +0000 /?p=70633 The ý edition of ý Today—now available in digital format for your desktop, smartphone, or tablet―helps you stay up to date on the latest cleaning industry and ý-member news.

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]]> —now available in digital format for your desktop, smartphone, or tablet―helps you stay up to date on the latest cleaning industry and ý-member news.

In the latest issue of ý Today magazine, join us in celebrating 100 years as your worldwide cleaning industry association. From hearing past presidents recall their journey and what they expect for the future, to a detailed ý timeline, to thought leaders’ predictions on the future of the industry, and much more. It’s all inside!

Here’s some of what you can find in the ý 2023 issue:


  • Thoughts, strategies, and predictions from those who served as ý presidents.

  • What will the next 5, 10, 50, or 100 years look like?

  • Take a walk through time with ý.

  • Reflections on a unique journey.

  • GOJO Industries nurtures innovation and embracing core values.
  • And so much more!

Why not see for yourself? Check out this edition’s  to get started.

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]]> BluSky Philanthropic Event Raises $140K for ALS Research in St. Louis /blusky-philanthropic-event-raises-140k-for-als-research-in-st-louis/ Thu, 26 Oct 2023 16:54:21 +0000 /?p=70597 BluSky Restoration Contractors, LLC, a national property restoration company in the United States, recently announced it had raised $140,000 for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research via its sixth annual Rakers Classic charity golf tournament, which took place in September. In 2017, Lyle Rakers, a BluSky employee, was diagnosed with a rare form of ALS known…

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]]> , a national property restoration company in the United States, recently announced it had raised $140,000 for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research via its sixth annual Rakers Classic charity golf tournament, which took place in September.

In 2017, Lyle Rakers, a BluSky employee, was diagnosed with a rare form of ALS known as Brachial Amyotrophic Diplegia (BAD). This led to the establishment of the Lyle Rakers Charitable Foundation in 2018. The Rakers Classic is the Foundation’s signature fundraising event, and BluSky is a major annual supporter. Since 2018, the tournament has raised a total of $638,000 for ALS research at Washington University School of Medicine’s Miller Lab in St. Louis, Missouri.

“We at BluSky support each other in the good times and the not-so-good times. We are truly grateful for the overwhelming amount of generosity and kindness from all who have participated, sponsored, donated, and volunteered at our events. Our goal is to grow our foundation to really raise significant funds to make a bigger impact in the world of ALS research,” said Jim Rable, BluSky senior vice president of corporate development and a longtime friend of Lyle Rakers.

Through its research, the Miller Lab seeks to understand the mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration in ALS and to develop new, innovative therapies for the disease. “The generous support from the Lyle Rakers Foundation allows us to push research on the cutting edge and bring new RNA-targeted therapies to clinical trial. We are so honored to be associated with the Lyle Rakers Foundation and the terrific group of people that have put together another very successful golf tournament,” said Dr. Timothy Miller, Miller Lab director.

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]]> ACI, TSC Launch Redesigned “Cold Water Saves” Website /aci-tsc-cold-water-saves-website/ /aci-tsc-cold-water-saves-website/#respond Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:20:17 +0000 /?p=69172 ColdWaterSaves.org provides resources on the power of cold water washing. Learn more about their connection to ACI today.

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]]> WASHINGTON, D.C. — February 27, 2023 — The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched a redesigned website for the Cold Water Saves initiative, a joint effort of ACI and The Sustainability Consortium (TSC) to promote the power of cold water washing.

Originally launched in 2016,  aims at increasing the number of laundry loads that are done on cold as compared to hot, since 90% of the energy used to wash clothes goes to heating the water. With today’s laundry technologies, both in detergents and machines, we can get clothes just as clean washing on cold, saving you money, making your clothes last longer, and reducing the amount of CO2 released to the environment.

The new site offers resources about the advantages of cold water washing and the sustainable ways we can launder our clothes. The site also features new content, facts, videos, and stories.

This endeavor may also be of interest to carpet cleaners as cold-washing carpets could help reduce energy and reduce the carbon footprint of carpet cleaning brands nationwide.

“ACI’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in the redesigned Cold Water Saves site,” said Nathan Sell, ACI Senior Director of Sustainability. “We want consumers to understand the benefits that come with washing in cold. Benefits they’ll see in their clothes and feel in their wallet while knowing they’re making a difference for the planet.”

Among the “cold hard facts” showcased on the Cold Water Saves website:

  • Save $200+ every year when you switch from warm and hot water washing to cold
  • About 90% of the energy the washing machine uses goes towards heating the water
  • Washing in cold water helps slow fading in colors, reduce shrinking in fabrics, and protect delicates

Learn more at . Spread the word by sharing the hashtag #ColdWaterSaves

The (ACI) is the Home of the U.S. Cleaning Products Industry® and represents the $60 billion U.S. cleaning product supply chain. ACI members include the manufacturers and formulators of soaps, detergents, and general cleaning products used in household, commercial, industrial, and institutional settings; companies that supply ingredients and finished packaging for these products; and chemical distributors. ACI serves the growth and innovation of the U.S. cleaning products industry by advancing the health and quality of life of people and protecting our planet. ACI achieves this through a continuous commitment to sound science and being a credible voice for the cleaning products industry.

About The Sustainability Consortium: The Sustainability Consortium is a global organization dedicated to improving the sustainability of consumer products. Their members and partners include manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, service providers, NGOs, civil society organizations, governmental agencies, and academics, each bringing valuable perspectives and expertise. TSC convenes these diverse stakeholders to work collaboratively to build science-based decision tools to address sustainability issues that are materially important throughout a product’s supply chain and lifecycle.

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