Why Are Chemical Handling Accidents Still Happening?
During our recent Symposium, Flynt Belk of Workers’ Compensation Fund Insurance shared the haunting story of Stefan Golab, an immigrant from Poland who in 1983, died at his place of […]
About Andi Curry
Andi Curry is a freelance communications expert with more than 20 years of experience working with end-users, distributors and manufacturers in the cleaning industry. She has interviewed and profiled more than 100 cleaning professionals through her work with the International Executive Housekeepers Association, which has offered her great insight into the unique issues faced at the facility level. Andi then went on to Mulberry Marketing Communications where she worked directly with several industry manufacturers to develop and lead their public relations and marketing campaigns.
“We met Andi several years ago and have had the opportunity to work with her and utilize her industry knowledge.” said Ben Walker, ManageMen’s Director of Special Projects. “Her passion for the industry is fueled by the people who work in it and its broader impact on the environment and public health. We look forward to adding Andi to
our team.”
Entries by Andi Curry
10 Good Reasons to Make Continuing Education a Priority
/in Blog/by Andi CurryPresident John F. Kennedy once said, “leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” We’d agree. If you want to become an effective leader in the cleaning industry, you can’t […]
Applying Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to a Cleaning Operation
/in Blog, Uncategorized/by Andi CurryIn his paper, “A Theory of Human Motivation” published in the 1943 issue of Psychological Review, Abraham Maslow revealed a pyramid in which various levels of human needs were defined […]
From the History Books: How the White Wings Cleaned up New York City
/in Blog, Uncategorized/by Andi CurryHave you ever heard of Colonel George Waring? He’s kind of a big deal in the cleaning and sanitation world. Before he fought in the Civil War, Colonel Waring was […]
2018 Symposium Recap
/in Blog, Uncategorized/by Andi Curry“Please raise your hand if this is your first Symposium,” Kristie McNealy, MD, Executive Director of the Simon Institute instructed the packed room. More than a dozen hands shot up […]
Don’t Be a “Tom”: 3 Questions You Can Ask to Craft a Job You Love
/in Blog, Uncategorized/by Andi CurryTom is an investment banker who doesn’t like his job. Every day, he gets dressed a suit and tie before heading into work and “spacing out” at his desk for […]
5 Questions You Should Ask About Your Custodial Closets
/in Blog, Uncategorized/by Andi CurryWhen you go in for your annual health examination, the doctor will often ask you a series of questions. For example, are you sleeping well? Do you have any aches […]
The Gateway Department: How to Mentor Employees for Success in Custodial and Beyond
/in Blog, Uncategorized/by Andi CurryIf you don’t read the Harvard Business Review, you may want to check it out. While there’s only a limited number of articles you can read each month without a […]
What Can Happen When You Don’t Promote Your Custodial Department—and How to Overcome It (+ INFOGRAPHIC)
/in Blog, Uncategorized/by Andi CurryDo any of these things sound familiar? Your office, supply areas, training and break rooms are located in the basement or another out-of-the-way location. When department heads gather to discuss […]
Why You Need to Seriously Think About Attending Symposium This August
/in Blog, Uncategorized/by Andi CurryThere’s a good chance that if you’re reading this blog post, you’ve heard us talk about Symposium. This annual gathering of facility management professionals has been happening for almost 20 […]