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, an ������ý Charities™ signature program dedicated to the advancement and retention of women in the cleaning and facility solutions industry, is seeking nominations for its annual awards recognizing individuals and companies who embody Hygieia’s mission and vision.�� through Oct. 4.��

“For the past decade, it’s been a privilege to honor the people and organizations supporting the career development and success of women in the cleaning and facility solutions industry,” said Dr. Felicia L. Townsend, ������ý Hygieia Network Program Director. “We are requesting the industry’s involvement in determining who will be recognized for making a difference in championing ������ý Hygieia Network’s mission of advancing women in the cleaning and facility solutions industry.”

The 10th^��annual awards program acknowledges individuals and organizations who have made a significant contribution to the global cleaning and facility solutions industry. Nominations will be evaluated by a select group of jury members. Winners will be announced at the ������ý Hygieia Network 2024 Awards Reception on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center during the ��in Las Vegas.

The public is invited to submit nominations for six categories:

• ������ý Hygieia Network Member of the Year,��which recognizes a person’s involvement in activities that align with Hygieia’s mission and vision.
• ������ý Hygieia Network Company of the Year,��which celebrates a company’s involvement in activities that align with Hygieia’s mission and vision.
• ������ý Hygieia Network Rising Star of the Year,��which honors a woman age 45 or younger who has made significant achievements and demonstrated consistent upward mobility in their career within the industry.
• ������ý Hygieia Network Ally of the Year,��which recognizes a person who has shown tremendous support toward Hygieia’s mission.
• ������ý Hygieia Network��Mentor of the Year,��which recognizes a mentor who has shown great leadership qualities and support to their mentee via the ������ý Hygieia Network General Mentoring or Company Exclusive Mentoring Program.
• ������ý Hygieia Network��International Member of the Year,��which recognizes a person’s involvement in activities outside of the U.S. that align with Hygieia’s mission and vision.

For more information and to submit your nomination(s), visit��.