Joshua Berstein is a seasoned entrepreneur and the founder of Sawgrass Cleaning, a thriving cleaning company located in South Florida.
With a passion for business ownership, Joshua took a leap of faith and started his cleaning venture eight years ago.
From humble beginnings, where he handled every aspect of the business himself, Joshua has successfully grown Sawgrass Cleaning into a full-service company with a team of over 25 dedicated employees.
Specializing in commercial janitorial services, floor care, carpet cleaning, and upholstery cleaning, Sawgrass Cleaning has become a trusted name in the industry.
Joshua’s journey is a testament to the power of learning from mistakes and continuously improving to achieve business growth.
Hector Cranchez is an experienced professional in the cleaning industry, with a wealth of knowledge in floor maintenance practices.
Originally from New York, Hector worked for over 13 years as a floor specialist and floor technician with Cushman and Wakefield.
He then transitioned to Owens Realty Services, where he worked on various flooring types such as terrazzo, marble, and VCT.
Currently, as the chief engineer at AC by Marriott in Florida, Hector is responsible for training his team in maintaining carpets and floors to the highest standards.
With his expertise and passion for floor care, Hector brings a unique perspective to the topic of cost-effective alternatives in floor maintenance.
Meet Angel Shackleford, an inspirational entrepreneur who runs the unique and successful Buss Down Scrub Down Cleaning Services, known as BDSD. As the hurricane, Idalia is about to hit Florida, we catch up with her on the road, in her truck for this podcast.
Remodeling the cleaning game, Angel brings a fresh approach to the industry by ensuring her clients receive an extraordinarily deep clean. Her strong bond with her clients comes from the personal connection and understanding she builds with each one of them. Navigating life as a single mother of five, Angel has demonstrated resilience and strength in managing both her business and family.
Her cleaning work goes above and beyond; a reflection of her diligent and caring nature. In this episode, you will be able to: Recognize the power of personal relationships and how they can elevate your cleaning business. Understand the nuances of both residential and commercial cleaning, and how to navigate the peculiar challenges.
Grasp the importance of being prepared for the spike in cleaning demands post-storm and how to efficiently meet this demand. Unearth the impact of fostering trust among peers in the cleaning industry, and how it contributes to mutual success. Comprehend why delivering exceptional experiences and customizing services is vital in retaining and winning new cleaning jobs.
Learn more about the hire-to-retire program developed by Angel Shackleford to train her children in cleaning and household chores. Check out the chef services offered by Angel’s 17-year-old son and support his business.
If you’re a cleaning industry worker looking to excel in your career, this episode of Beyond Clean With ACE is a must-watch. Join host Dave Thompson as he dives into a conversation with Gerren Sprauve, a cleaning industry expert, about the power of recognizing the human element in the industry.
Discover the importance of personal growth, effective leadership, and building connections to create a positive work environment. Gerren shares his personal journey and offers practical strategies for overcoming challenges and embracing continuous learning.
Gain valuable insights that will empower you to make a difference, not just in your job, but in the lives of those around you. Get ready to unlock the secret to success in the cleaning industry. My special guest is Gerren Sprauve. Meet Gerren Sprauve, a dynamic leader making waves in the cleaning industry. With roots in a family of educators and entrepreneurs, Gerren brings his innate skills of teaching and coaching to the table every day.
Since 2006, he has extensively worked in the janitorial industry from Orlando, Florida, weathering various storms and continuously growing. Driven by his deep respect and love for the people who make up the backbone of the industry, Gerren aims to create a paradigm shift by recognizing the human element in cleaning.
The topic for today’s discussion is whether or not there really is going to be a 9% growth in the custodial/janitorial cleaning market over the next decade. This report says: Global Janitorial Services Market Report 2023: Growing Demand for the Real Estate Industry Fuels the Sector Link to the report: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea…
Javier Cuarta starts the conversation by telling us what his Tampa-based, Modern Cleaning Solutions is doing and some of the services they are providing outside of servicing the normal, routine cleaning tasks that everyone thinks about.
Bobby Zagers from GEM Supply looks at it differently as maybe this 9% is just riding the inflation wave of business. He points out that in Florida, building is booming, and cleaning operations are most likely outpacing the rest of the US.
Don Tracy, a facility advisor for GEM Supply, has a completely different take on the subject. His belief is that this growth is due more to the generational issues of “someone else” doing the cleaning because they don’t want to do that. He also points out that rental properties in Florida are booming and are the growth sector janitorial operations should be looking to for their business growth. Listen to the broadcast.
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📢 Exciting News! 🌍The Academy of Cleaning Excellence presents a FREE Online Course: “How to Use Low-Speed Floor Machines 💻🌐
📚 Calling all operations who have technicians embarking on their cleaning journey! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our latest course, “How to Use a Low-Speed Floor Machine,” exclusively designed to onboard your technicians prior to operating floor machines. Get ready to unlock their potential and excel in the cleaning industry! 🚀 🔹 A short 10-minute course with a video to get them set up for success the first time they grab the handles! 🔹 They need the essential skills to confidently handle low-speed floor machines! 🔹 Make a positive impact from the start. Our comprehensive course has been tailored just for you. The best part? It’s completely FREE and accessible to users worldwide! 🌍✨
In this course, they will learn: 🔸 The basics of low-speed floor machines and their components. 🔸 Step-by-step instructions on operating the machine effectively. 🔸 Safety protocols and best practices for injury prevention. 🔸 Maintenance tips to ensure the longevity of the machine. 🔸 Practical techniques to achieve remarkable results on different floor surfaces.
The Academy of Cleaning Excellence has designed this course to equip them with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to confidently operate low-speed floor machines.
We understand the importance of a strong foundation in their journey as a technician. FOR FREE anyone can; 1️⃣ Visit our website at https://classes.academyofcleaning.com/p/how-to-operate-a-low-speed-floor-machine 2️⃣ Create a free account or log in if you’re an existing user. 3️⃣ Access the “How to Use a Low-Speed Floor Machine” course from our course catalog. 4️⃣ Dive into engaging video lessons, interactive quizzes, and practical demonstrations. 5️⃣ Progress at their own pace.
Remember, this course is completely FREE, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills to excel in their role as a technician.
Share this opportunity with your technicians and friends who can benefit from this valuable resource.
Thirteen people — Lauretta Hinds, Nyasanu Wilson, Shaun Lambert, Aisha Trott, Erskine Phillips, Krista Dyer, Shakii Pearman, Glen Goater, Dwayne Bean, Micah Lambert, Delkeith Wilson, Brandan Millette, and Donald DeSilva — received their Technical Cleaning Certification through a course with the Bermuda Department of Workforce Development.
“In keeping with the Government’s Employment Strategy of increasing local training opportunities and promoting pathways to securing employment, I am pleased to announce that the Department of Workforce Development recently concluded a Technical Cleaning Certification course for thirteen local Bermudians,” said the Minister of Economy and Labour,Jason Hayward.
A Government spokesperson said, “The Technical Cleaning Certification course was held on 24th – 28th April in partnership with the local cleaning company, Atlantic Cleaning & Maintenance Services and secured the expertise of Mr. David Thompson from the Academy of Cleaning Excellence based in Florida, USA.
It’s so important to invest in your team in all aspects. My Team and I just completed 3 days of training from the Academy of Cleaning Excellence with Dave Thompson and we all were very pleased with the outcome.
Professional development is crucial in all organizations. It gives you a chance to evaluate your operations and determines what areas you need to make improvements on.
I’m very thankful Dave was able to take some time out of his busy schedule to put this floor care training program for my staff.
He was engaging, and personable, and provided hands-on skills training to use in our daily operation.
Plus, he made himself available to address any area we had concerns about. This training was another great addition we have in our toolbox to give us the opportunity to improve our service and achieve better results in our operation.
J. Darrel Hicks presented a 2-hour class on COVID-19, risk assessment, processing of surface, what W.A.S.T.E. stands for and the value of being certified to handle the issue which comes with infection prevention in both the workplace and at home.
In today’s podcast, the guys talk about the use of hand sanitizer vs. hand washing, knowing your personal space and controlling your environment. Did you know that you touch entrance points on your face over 19 times every hour? These are the places (eyes, nose, mouth) where infectious agents gain entrance to your body and can cause infections and sometimes death.
Here are a few links to the information Darrel and Dave spoke about.
