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Up Good with Honey PlutonUp Good with Honey PlutonEp 49: MTHR TRSAJOIN THE PATREON! $5 A MONTH FOR AN EXTRA EP EACH WEEK :) https://www.patreon.com/c/UpGoodwithHoneyPlutonwhat's up :) up top I talk about getting stuck in the subway, how much i love SPRING and i answer your questions of course then i have on DRAG ARTIST MTHR TRSA! We talk about microplastics, recession indicators, transition content, adult baby diaper fetishists, hazing and somehow even more..FOLLOW HER @mthrtrsaleave me a voicemail! 929-333-6584and talk to you next week xoxo2025-05-201h 15Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALaundry Automation Silje Mari Sunde, project manager at Nor Tekstil, the market leader in Norway with 26 facilities and more than 1,300 employees, discusses how the company has increased automation in its facilities to boost the company’s efficiency and throughput. She outlines the benefits and challenges of automation, as well as how to ensure quality and consistency when implementing automation. 2025-04-3032 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAAnnual Conference Preview TRSA President & CEO Joseph Ricci gives an overview of the 112th Annual Conference agenda, including several inspiring speakers, a plethora of networking opportunities for attendees, industry award winners and more. For more information on TRSA’s 112th Annual Conference, scheduled for May 13-15 near Palm Springs, CA, visit www.trsa.org/annualconference.2025-03-3117 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAThe Trump Administration, Tariffs and More John Harwood, an award-winning journalist known for his impartial analysis of U.S. elections, politics and the presidency, recently gave a keynote address at TRSA’s 15th Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. During his keynote speech, Harwood discussed the Trump administration, tariffs, foreign policy and more. For more information on TRSA’s government relations initiatives, contact TRSA’s Vice President of Government Relations Kevin Schwalb at kschwalb@trsa.org.2025-03-0122 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAGR: 2024 Review and a Look Ahead to 2025 TRSA’s Vice President of Government Relations Kevin Schwalb gives an update on the latest news impacting the linen, uniform and facility services industry from Washington, DC. He talks about the results of the recent election and its impact on the industry, TRSA’s advocacy efforts at both the federal and state levels, as well as what to keep an eye on in 2025. For more information on TRSA’s government relations initiatives, contact Schwalb at kschwalb@trsa.org.2024-12-2141 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAThe Wash Meets TRSA Zach Ostendorf, host of the industry podcast The Wash and a videographer for Clean & Simple Marketing/CITY Laundering, interviews TRSA President & CEO Joseph Ricci while the duo eats progressively spicier hot wings. The interview was recorded in front of a live audience at TRSA’s 7th Annual Marketing, Sales & Service Summit in Atlanta.2024-11-2809 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAEnhancing Safety: Fire Safety Survey Charles Edelman, the corporate safety director at Unitex Healthcare Laundry Services in Elmsford, NY, and the chair of TRSA’s Safety Committee, discusses the results of TRSA’s Fire Safety Survey. Additionally, Johnny Sandras of Sanico Rental Service in Cottondale, AL, discusses the impact that a devastating fire had on his business and the lessons learned from the experience.2024-10-3012 minLaundry TalksLaundry TalksFuture-Proofing your Textile Rental Business with Joe Ricci of TRSAIn Episode 7, we're joined by Joe Ricci, President and CEO of the Textile Rental Services Association (TRSA) to talk about how the Textile Rental Industry continues to grow and evolve. What are the top challenges operators face regarding labor? What are leading companies doing to retain talent? What technologies are changing how textile rental companies interact with their customers? What is TRSA doing to promote the industry?  We'll answer these questions and more with Joe Ricci. As a textile rental professional, don't miss EP7: "Future-Proofing Your Textile Rental Business" to keep up with industry best p...2024-08-0849 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAPFAS: Update from the EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials Brian D’Amico and Matt Klasen join the podcast to give an overview of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the EPA’s strategic roadmap for dealing with the issue, as well as effluent limitation guidelines and several ongoing studies to note moving forward. For more information on PFAS, contact TRSA’s Vice President of Government Relations Kevin Schwalb at kschwalb@trsa.org.2024-07-1939 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSASustainability: Water Reuse and Recycling John Shaffer, the CEO and principal chemist for EEC Environmental, shares his thoughts on the sustainability efforts the linen, uniform and facility services industry has made when it comes to water reuse and water recycling. For more information on this topic, contact podcasts@trsa.org.2024-05-3125 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAWhat’s at Stake in 2024? Bob Cusack, the editor in chief of The Hill newspaper, gives an update on the current political climate in Washington, DC. During his keynote speech at TRSA’s recently completed 14th Annual Legislative Conference and Industry Awards Dinner, Cusack discusses the key issues in the 2024 presidential election, and what to look out for in the race for the White House, as well as the U.S. House and Senate this November.2024-05-0138 minThe Manufacturers\' NetworkThe Manufacturers' NetworkTextile Rental Services and Sustainability in the Manufacturing Industry with Joe RicciContact Joe Ricci: jricci@trsa.orgLInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-ricci-trsa/TRSA.orgIn this episode of The Manufacturers Network Podcast, host Lisa Ryan sits down with Joe Ricci, President and CEO of the Textile Rental Services Association of America. Joe shares insights into North America's $50 billion textile services industry, touching on its economic impact, sustainability efforts, and future trends. From the importance of cleanliness and sustainability to the challenges and opportunities within the industry, Joe provides an in-depth look at the textile services landscape and sheds light on its vital...2024-04-0827 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAPrivate Equity’s Impact on Healthcare Several influential voices from the financial sector discuss the impact of private-equity investments on the linen, uniform and facility services industry over the past decade and discuss the implications for the future of companies serving the acute and nonacute healthcare sectors. Recorded live from a panel presentation at TRSA’s 12th Annual Healthcare Conference & Exchange in Memphis, TN. Panelists include Ryan Chimenti, the managing director of CIBC U.S. Middle Market Investment Banking; Kiran Prasad, the managing director of Stephens Inc. and Matthew Sznewajs, group head and managing director at Piper Sandler & Co. Andrew Kratky, the president and CEO of...2024-03-0144 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAAutomation and Innovation Mark Bodzioch, the president of Clean Uniforms and More!, New Bedford, MA, discusses the company’s history and growth, as well as several innovations at its facility, including its RFID system to track garments and its recently installed automated soil-sorting system. For information on joining TRSA’s Industrial, Uniform & Workwear Committee, visit www.trsa.org/committees.2023-11-2114 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSARetaining Your Top Talent Michael Flores, the vice president of human resources and a member of the executive leadership team at Prudential Overall Supply, Irvine, CA, discusses how Prudential transformed its human resources department and focused on retaining its best employees in a tough labor market. For information on joining TRSA’s Human Resources Committee, visit www.trsa.org/committees.2023-09-2828 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSASales: Carrying Out Difficult Conversations Jason Pourakis and Ryan Berdnik of Mazars USA discuss best practices for negotiating with your customers, and let you know the cues that signal when it’s best to walk away from the negotiating table. For more information on the Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast: Interviews & Insights by TRSA, visit www.trsa.org/podcasts.2023-08-3116 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALeadership: Insights from the C-Suite Several C-suite executives from leading operator companies discuss topics such as industry growth opportunities, safe operations in the plant and on the road, recruitment and retention of employees, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives, and more. Recorded live from a panel presentation at TRSA’s 2023 Leadership Summit in Chicago. Panelists include Brian Herington, CEO, PureStar Group; John Ross, CEO, Mission Linen; Jim Rozakis, executive vice president and COO, Cintas Corp.; and Steve Sintros, CEO, UniFirst Corp. The discussion was moderated by TRSA President & CEO Joseph Ricci and Senior Editors Jack Morgan and Jason Risley.2023-08-011h 12Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAFire Safety Best Practices Don Bock, the owner and operator of Seabright Safety Solutions, discusses best practices to prevent fires at your plant, including emergency action plans, external monitoring systems, training and more. Bock is a certified safety professional and associate in risk management who worked for Mission Linen Supply for more than 30 years.2023-07-0142 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAAligning HR to Strategic Goals Dr. Mario D. Wallace, the founder of the consulting firm All Things Strategic, discusses fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment at your workplace, as well as aligning your company’s human resources initiatives to your organization’s overall strategic goals and objectives. Dr. Wallace has more than 20 years of small-business consulting experience and 11 years of healthcare-consulting experience. He is currently the principal strategy consultant at Ohio State University in Columbus, OH.2023-05-0116 minMimo gredeMimo gredeS šilcem po svetu: RumV sedmi sezoni se ponovno podajamo okoli sveta. Spoznavamo zgodovino, razvoj, značilnosti in zanimivosti najbolj prepoznavnih ter legendarnih žganih pijač sveta. S Karibi najbolj povezujemo rum. Edino surovino, iz katere pridelujejo rum, so na Karibe prinesli kolonialisti, ki so s seboj vzeli tudi kotle in znanje o izdelavi žganih pijač, ki so jih poznali. Zato imamo različne vrste ruma. Francoskega, pri katerem je rum narejen iz fermentiranega soka sladkornega trsa, ter angleškega in španskega, pri katerih je rum destilat iz fermentirane melase. Iz sladkornega trsa pa je tudi kašasa, nacionalna pijača v Braziliji. Z rumom je povezan...2023-04-2613 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAA View from the Hill On the heels of TRSA’s recently completed 13th Annual Legislative Conference and Industry Awards Dinner, Bob Cusack, the editor in chief of The Hill newspaper joins the podcast to give an update on the current political climate in Washington, DC. Cusack discusses the state of Congress following the recent midterm elections, the most important issues for the remainder of 2023, as well as what to keep an eye out for as we move toward the 2024 presidential election.2023-04-0135 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAHealthcare: Trends, Opportunities and Challenges A panel discussion featuring Randy Bartsch, CEO, Ecotex; Jason Berstein, president, Nixon Medical Inc.; Jim Cashman, CEO, ImageFIRST; Karl Fillip II, CEO, NOVO Health Services LLC; Andrew Kratky, CEO, Emerald Textiles; and Joe LaPorta, president & CEO, Healthcare Linen Services Group, from TRSA’s recent Healthcare Conference. The discussion covers several topics, including the prospect of a recession and its likely impact on the healthcare market, investing in automation, challenges serving the healthcare sector, and instilling culture and values throughout an organization.2023-02-271h 00Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSANavigating Organizational ChangeAs you look ahead to 2023, you might be considering changing your company’s culture, navigating a new business process or focusing on employee turnover, among other items. As a result, it’s important to have a plan in place to keep your business moving in the right direction as you implement and experience change at your company. Michael Davids, senior consultant at Strategic In/Sight Partners, joins us to share his expertise in guiding organizations toward improved performance and effective change management.2022-12-0118 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAZero Tolerance: Preventing Workplace HarassmentMelanie Shong Helm, an HR veteran who currently serves as the corporate director of human resources at Crown Health Care Laundry Services, discusses the policies your company should put in place to prepare for acts of harassment and retaliation in the workplace, and how you should respond when an incident is reported. For more information on TRSA’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, contact TRSA’s Salita Jones at sjones@trsa.org.2022-11-011h 08Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAHospitality/Hotel Market: Converting OPLsA trio of executives with more than 110 years of experience in the linen, uniform and facility services industry join the podcast to discuss the hospitality/hotel market and how to convince hoteliers to move away from their on-premises laundry operations and work with a commercial laundry. Bob Corfield, CEO of the Laundry Design Group; Steve Miller, vice president of Victor Kramer Co.; and Terry Satchwell, vice president of strategic accounts at Pellerin Milnor, discuss these topics and more.2022-10-0134 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAPFAS UpdateJohn Shaffer, the CEO and principal chemist for EEC Environmental, shares his thoughts on PFAS, the potential for future wastewater-discharge limits and the likely impact on the linen, uniform and facility services industry. For more information on PFAS regulations and their potential impact on the industry, contact TRSA’s Vice President of Government Relations Kevin Schwalb at kschwalb@trsa.org.2022-09-0142 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSACPLM: Pathways to SuccessTRSA’s Senior Director of Certification & Accreditation Samlane Ketevong joins the podcast to talk about TRSA’s Certified Professional Laundry Manager (CPLM) credential; how linen, uniform and facility services employees can obtain this certification; and why it will benefit both the employee receiving the credential as well as your business. For more information on CPLM, visit www.trsa.org/cplm.2022-06-3013 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALabor Law UpdateJoe Shelton, a partner in Fisher Phillips Nashville office, discusses the latest wage-and-hour issues, and state and federal employment laws and trends that companies in the linen, uniform and facility services industry need to keep an eye on.2022-06-0109 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAEstablishing Culture and Leading with EmpathyNicole Belyna, field services director at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), discusses how to establish culture at your workplace, the impact of open and transparent communication on your organization’s culture, and the ways that the pandemic affected workplace culture. For more information on TRSA’s upcoming HR, Health & Safety Summit in Chicago, visit www.trsa.org/hr-hs.2022-04-3026 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAEmployee Engagement: Getting the Right People on Your TeamDan Gonder, the chief operating officer and co-owner of Six Disciplines Consulting Services, discusses methods that you can use to ensure your employees are engaged in their work. To download the Anti-Misery Worksheet that Dan talks about interacting with during the episode, visit www.trsa.org/podcasts.2022-03-3126 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAUsing Proven Teamwork Strategies to Ensure SuccessDan Gonder, the chief operating officer and co-owner of Six Disciplines Consulting Services, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of using proven teamwork strategies such as the ideal team player and the working genius assessment, among others, to ensure the success of your organization’s strategic plan. To view a Ted X talk from Patrick Lencioni on the ideal team player concept, visit https://youtu.be/PRh80RyT74I.2022-02-2832 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSASuccessful Strategic PlanningEric Kurjan, the president of Six Disciplines Consulting Services, a firm that has worked with several leading organizations in the linen, uniform and facility services industry, shares his thoughts on strategic planning, and how to set a plan in motion for your business and employees to succeed. For more information, visit www.trsa.org/podcasts.2022-01-3126 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAPreparing for OSHA’s COVID-19 ETSMartine Wells, a partner at Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP, gives an update on the status of the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) Emergency Temporary Standard for COVID-19 vaccinations. Wells will explain and clarify the regulation, outline the steps for compliance and discuss its impact on the linen, uniform and facility services industry. For more information, visit TRSA’s Coronavirus Resource Center at www.trsa.org/covid19.2021-12-0130 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAIndustry Financials, Labor Issues & MoreAndrew Wittmann, a senior research analyst at Robert W. Baird & Co., shares his thoughts on the latest data from the Textile Rental Services Survey, a collaborative effort with TRSA, as well as other issues impacting the linen, uniform and facility services industry, such as the ongoing labor shortage. For more information on the survey, contact Wittmann at awittmann@rwbaird.com or Justin Hauke at jhauke@rwbaird.com.2021-10-3012 minSloppy Seconds with Big Dipper & MeatballSloppy Seconds with Big Dipper & MeatballThe Marriott Bathroom (w/ MTHR TRSA)Meatball and Big Dipper are joined by Brooklyn drag artist MTHR TRSA to talk about her Floridian roots, her new drag aesthetic, and the human toilet experience. This episode is FULL of sex talks covering a bevy of topics from cruising in bathrooms, to gooning on Skype, and even the detailed story of a spanking party in the valley.Listen to Sloppy Seconds Ad-Free AND One Day Early on Forever Dog PlusAlso check out hipdot.com to order Meatball's new makeup palette! Call us with your sex...2021-10-081h 11Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAIncreasing Your Route EfficiencyJeff Blum, route supervisor; and Matthew Callope, service manager, at Huebsch Services share their thoughts on the company’s recent improvements on the route. For more information on TRSA’s Industrial, Uniform & Workwear Committee, contact Ken Koepper at kkoepper@trsa.org.2021-09-3006 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAFacility Services: Building a Culture of Adding ValueJay Rasmussen, the vice president of sales at Balfurd Linen Service, Tipton, PA, shares best practices for boosting your facility services offerings and revenues. For more information on TRSA’s Industrial, Uniform & Workwear Committee, contact Ken Koepper at kkoepper@trsa.org.2021-08-3112 minThe Jackie Tann PodcastThe Jackie Tann Podcast40. CLAIRE SIMS - What Is Trail Running And How To StartWhether you're a seasoned trail runner or you're thinking about running your first trail event, this chat with Trail Running SA Chairwoman Claire Sims will have you respecting the runners, community and events even more.  Run an event with TRSA: https://trailrunningsa.com Instagram: @trailrunningsa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trailrunningsa Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/satrailnews Get in Touch  Instagram: @jackietann_rmt2021-08-141h 08Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSARepurposing Textiles: Prudential and Ambercycle Team UpChris Welch, the president of Prudential Overall Supply, discusses the company’s commitment to sustainability through its Clean Green certification, and how its focus on eco-friendly practices led to its collaboration with Ambercycle, a TRSA supplier partner committed to recycling textile goods, led by CEO Shay Sethi. For more information about TRSA Clean Green certification, visit www.cleangreen.org.2021-07-3015 minPrabhat Samgiita TourPrabhat Samgiita TourPST 0009- Andhara sheshe alora desheÁṋdhárer sei hatásháKet́e geche ájÁloker parasha peyeKotháy háráye geche marura trśáMadhurer mohana cháyeMor gán se to nay cáoyáMor hási se ki shudhu páoyáÁmár sakal calá sab dyotanáiSuśamár saritá beyeCale áloker nisháná ceyeThat selfsame dark despairIs getting cut away today,The touch of light having attained.Where does my desert-thirst go off,Under the pleasant shade of sweetness?In my song...2021-07-1308 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAIndustrial Insights: COVID Recovery, Direct Sales & MoreJohn Auriemma, the president of American Wear Inc., East Orange, NJ, discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, direct sales opportunities, the benefits of Hygienically Clean certification and more. For more information on TRSA’s Industrial, Uniform & Workwear Committee, contact Ken Koepper at kkoepper@trsa.org.2021-06-3010 minOpposing Bases: Air Traffic TalkOpposing Bases: Air Traffic TalkOB181: Tactical Dehydration InquisitionEpisode 181 Show Notes   Topic of the show:  Required readbacks of instructions can be very confusing for new pilots.  On today’s show, we break down some common exchanges between air traffic control and pilots and discuss what we need to hear and how you can be efficient in your readbacks.    Timely Feedback: 1. PATRON Mike Kilo shares a non-radar story. 2. Delta Charlie Papa passed the instrument check ride! Congratulations! 3. PATRON Juliet Golf shares a story about CTAF and TCAS. 4. PATRON Juliet Mike shares a TCAS story. 5. Juliet Hotel shares thoughts on the ATS...2021-06-141h 09Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSA‘This Business is in My Blood’: A Talk with TRSA’s ChairWe recently sat down with TRSA’s current Chair Noël Hammer Richardson, president of Shasta Linen Supply in Sacramento, CA, to discuss several topics, including family business dynamics, weathering the COVID crisis, the future of the food-and-beverage industry, as well as her vision for the association and the industry moving forward. For more information on TRSA’s Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast, contact podcasts@trsa.org.2021-05-2840 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAEstablishing a DEI ProgramJoe Geraghty, the chief operating officer and chief people officer at ImageFIRST, shares how establishing a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) program with buy-in from the company’s senior leadership team has helped ImageFIRST boost employee morale and productivity. For more information on TRSA’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee, contact Salita Jones at sjones@trsa.org.2021-04-2709 minThe Duckpin PodcastThe Duckpin PodcastEpisode #29: Andi Turner on Gun PolicyThis week we talk with Andi Turner, Legislative Director of the Texas State Rifle Association. Subscribe to the video version on YouTube, or subscribe to the Audio version at iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Stitcher, Anchor, Google Podcast, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Overcast, Radio Public, or Breaker. Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode! About the Episode: In this episode we discuss; Some of the 250 gun-related bills before the Texas Legislature; How Texas legislative rules of holding session every two years changes the dynamic of legislation; The differences between being a gun advocate in...2021-04-1448 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAThe Mystery of TeamworkDan Gonder, the chief operating officer and co-owner of Six Disciplines Consulting Services, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of teamwork in successful organizations and outlines best practices that will help your company build a cohesive team.2021-03-3014 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSADon’t Run with ScissorsCasey Mackert, Director of Baldrige Services at Six Disciplines, joins us to discuss the pillars of performance excellence and how following these methods can help your operation achieve its goals. She explains how not having these pillars in place is like running with scissors – potentially dangerous to your organization’s well being.2021-02-1718 minMo-Mintt of TruthMo-Mintt of TruthEpisode 6: Mthr TrsaThis week we sit down with a TRUE ICON, and community leader! Prepare for the one and only Mthr Trsa2021-02-031h 02Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSATRSA Vaccine UpdateAn update on TRSA’s advocacy efforts to get the linen, uniform and facility services industry included at the top of the priority list for the continuing rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine. Kevin Schwalb, TRSA’s vice president of government relations, gives an update on TRSA’s efforts. For more information, visit TRSA’s Coronavirus Resource Center at www.trsa.org/covid19.2021-01-2919 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAWhy Strategy Matters More than EverStrategy encompasses two sides of the same coin when it comes to defining both short-term and long-term strategies. Linen, uniform and facility services companies need to continue to closely manage the nine key elements of operational focus in a pandemic – also known as the pandemic operational checklist – but you also need to lay out your recovery strategy for 2021. The approval of vaccines and the optimism of a gradual economic recovery indicates a need for solid, well-defined strategies ahead of the curve. You need to protect and prepare yourself for short-term challenges and long-term opportunities. Eric Kurjan, the president of Six...2021-01-1919 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAPolitical Outlook from Chris StirewaltAn update on the latest news from the nation’s capital, and a look at what to expect moving forward as a new administration takes over the White House in January 2021. Joining us to discuss these issues and more is Chris Stirewalt, the digital politics editor at Fox News. Stirewalt has worked at Fox News Channel’s Washington bureau since 2010, and will give a keynote address at TRSA’s 11th Annual Legislative Conference, scheduled for March 24-25, 2021. For more information about the Legislative Conference, visit www.trsa.org/legcon.2020-12-2111 minTales From The MidpackTales From The MidpackDaniel Farrugia & Rebecca Hunt - Tales From The Trail Runners ExperienceDaniel Farrugia & Rebecca Hunt - Tales From The Trail Runners Experience A crossover podcast between Tales From The Midpack and The Trail Runners Experience. Heysen https://heysen105.com.au/ www.facebook.com/groups/heysen105/permalink/2975541469146706/ TRSA trailrunningsa.com Hubert https://ultrasa.com.au/events/hubert-100/ Billy Yang https://www.youtube.com/user/BillyYangFilms The Ginger Runner https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGingerRunner The Ultra Easy https://theultraeasy100.nz/ Trail...2020-12-091h 07Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAGovernment Relations UpdateTRSA’s Vice President of Government Relations Kevin Schwalb gives an update on the latest news from Washington, DC, including the potential for additional stimulus funding, as well as state-level initiatives impacting linen, uniform and facility services businesses. For more information on TRSA’s government relations initiatives, contact Kevin Schwalb at kschwalb@trsa.org.2020-10-2909 minViens, on y va!Viens, on y va!Episode n°1 Ludovic CALLUAu travers de sa réflexion, Ludovic CALLU, éleveur et philosophe nous amène à nous questionner sur nos valeurs sociétales (financière, sociale, environnementale, etc.) Description :JingleIntroduction 00:16Le métier de Ludovic 00:33Le point de La Juliaude : le concept TRSA 2:11Ludovic vit-il de son métier ? 3:27La formation initiale de Ludovic 5:17À quel âge Ludovic s’est-il installé ? 5:27Un nouveau départ, un nouveau modèle 6:55Un projet de transformation à la ferme 9:43« Tous les déchets d’une activité doivent devenir ressource d’une autre » 10:40Le poulailler mobile 11...2020-09-1226 minTales From The MidpackTales From The MidpackBelinda Ryan - Pre HeysenFrom Park Run to looking down the barrel of her first ultra, come and hear about Belinda's journey to this milestone in her life. Links to what is mentioned in the podcast: 200 Miles For Travis - 200milesfortravis.com Heysen - www.facebook.com/groups/heysen105/permalink/2975541469146706/ Park Run - www.parkrun.com.au Red Dust Active - reddustactive.com.au Conquer The Summit - www.conquerthesummit.org.au TRSA - trailrunningsa.com Five Peaks - trailrunningsa.com/five-peaks-2020-virtual-event BKT Trail...2020-09-1145 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSACOVID-19: Leadership LessonsA panel of linen, uniform and facility services operators discuss the industry’s response to COVID-19, lessons learned from the crisis and how the industry can move forward. Panelists include Jim Buik, the current TRSA chairman and president of Roscoe Co.; Jim Cashman, president and CEO of ImageFIRST; P.J. Dempsey, president of Dempsey Uniform and Linen Supply; and Cory Acton, vice president of operations, Magic Laundry Services. The panel was moderated by TRSA President and CEO Joseph Ricci. For more COVID-19 news, information and resources for your linen, uniform and facility services company, visit www.trsa.org/covid19.2020-08-2713 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSASales and Marketing Post-COVIDAnna Walker, the marketing manager at Cosgrove Partners in Indianapolis, discusses the importance of retaining your customer base in the post-COVID sales and marketing environment. Walker talks about the critical pivot your marketing and sales teams must make, how to develop marketing messages that resonate with your customers in this climate and why adding new product lines may be a smart move for your business. For more COVID-19 news, information and resources for your linen, uniform and facility services company, visit www.trsa.org/covid19.2020-07-3011 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAReopening RestaurantsCharles Crowell, the vice president of Milliken Table Linens, and Ben Fox, the director of sales and marketing at Alsco, discuss the state of the food-and-beverage market, as well as the importance of hygienically clean linens and uniforms as restaurants reopen across the United States and worldwide. For more COVID-19 news, information and resources for your linen, uniform and facility services company, visit www.trsa.org/covid19.2020-06-1120 minTales From The MidpackTales From The MidpackRunning During Corona Virus: Same places 😊 No faces 😢Trail Running SA V4 Series http://trailrunningsa.com/trsa-v4-series/ Iso Mt Lofty Rogaine https://sarogaining.com.au/event/mt-lofty-isolation-6-hour-bush-event-2020/ Australian Outback Virtual Marathon https://australianoutbackmarathon.com/virtual-race/ Balcony Marathons https://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/01/elisha-nochomovitz-ran-marathon-on-his-balcony-amid-covid-19-pandemic.html Running Calendar https://www.runningcalendar.com.au/updates/covid19/ Heysen 105 https://www.facebook.com/groups/heysen105/ 200 Miles For Travis give.everydayhero.com/au/200-miles-for-travis A Few Running Films https://www.youtube.com...2020-06-0820 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSACOVID-19: Restarting your BusinessKaren Griffiths, the human resources and safety director at Loop Linen Service in the New Orleans area, and Angela Howard, the vice president of people development and human experience at Spindle in the Chicago area, discuss the policies their respective companies are putting in place as they move toward ramping up operations. For more COVID-19 news, information and resources for your linen, uniform and facility services company, visit www.trsa.org/covid19.2020-05-1412 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSACOVID-19: Communicating with EmployeesCatalina Dongo, the director of human resources at UniFirst Corp., shares tips on communicating with your employees during the COVID-19 crisis, and outlines best practices and policies to implement at your organization. For more COVID-19 news, information and resources for your linen, uniform and facility services company, visit www.trsa.org/covid19.2020-03-3121 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSACOVID-19: Impacts on Commercial LaundriesA discussion about the COVID-19 pandemic and its potential impacts on the linen, uniform and facility services industry with Dr. Murray Cohen, a retired U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) epidemiologist; and Joseph Ricci, the president and CEO of TRSA. For more information and communication tools for your company’s customers, employees and leadership teams, visit www.trsa.org/covid19.2020-03-1326 minThe Races EditThe Races EditThe Races Edit (07.03.20)Miles Pfitzner was joined by the new CEO of TRSA Nick Redden. Plus, Tom Hackett with his tips thanks to Ladbrokes.2020-03-0619 minOpposing Bases: Air Traffic TalkOpposing Bases: Air Traffic TalkOB114: Confessions Of An Iced Up CirrusEpisode 114 Show Notes Topic of the show: We encourage flight following on almost every episode.  But what about short flights or local training flights?  What should you do?  AG and RH share their opinion on the use of flight following in these types of scenarios.  We also get to more of your awesome questions.  Thank you, PATRON Local Mike Bravo! Click here to get the latest Opposing Bases T-Shirt!  Available until 3/15! Are you coming to the April 18, 2020 Fly-In @ BQ1 Airport?  Let us know! Timely Feedback: PATRON Delta Papa sent in QofW fe...2020-03-021h 23The Races EditThe Races EditThe Races Edit (29.02.20)Miles Pfitzner caught up with jockey Eran Boyd, and General manager of racing for TRSA, Vaughan Lynch. Plus, Tom Hackett with his tips thanks to Ladbrokes.2020-02-2822 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAProducing Hygienically Clean TextilesAn overview of TRSA’s Hygienically Clean certification program with Audrey Carmichael, a client coach with Six Disciplines Consulting Services. Carmichael shares her thoughts on the benefits of getting Hygienically Clean certification for your commercial laundry, preparing for the certification with Hygienically Clean consulting services, and more. For more information on Hygienically Clean consulting services, contact TRSA’s Manager of Certification Programs Angela Freeman at afreeman@trsa.org.2020-02-2814 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAIdentifying LeadersEric Kurjan, the president of Six Disciplines Consulting Services, a firm that has worked with several leading organizations in the linen, uniform and facility services industry, joins us to discuss identifying and developing leaders in the commercial laundry industry, as well as the benefits of TRSA’s Leadership Development Workshops. For more information on these workshops, contact TRSA’s Manager of Education Kristin Mudd at kmudd@trsa.org.2020-01-3112 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAEnergy and Utility SavingsAn overview of the energy and natural gas markets, as well as projects that your laundry can undertake to save on energy and utility costs in the future. Sharing their thoughts on these topics and more are Michael Payne and Dan Flaherty of TRSA Business Solutions Partner APPI Energy, and Chad Burden of THG Energy Solutions. For more information on TRSA’s Business Solutions, visit www.trsa.org.2020-01-1538 minThe Races EditThe Races EditThe Races Edit (21.12.19)In the last show for 2019 Miles Pfitzner was joined by TRSA's Racing Operations Manager David Thomas, Secretary of the Strathalbyn Cup Kristy Martin. Plus, Tom Hackett with his tips thanks to Ladbrokes.2019-12-2022 minThe Races EditThe Races EditThe Races Edit (30.11.19)TRSA's 2019 apprentice academy Dux Kayla Crowther joined Miles Pfitzner. Plus, Tom Hackett with his tips thanks to Ladbrokes.2019-11-3022 minThe Races EditThe Races EditThe Races Edit (23.11.19)TRSA Special Projects Operator Vaughn Lynch joined Miles Pfitzner. Plus, Tom Hackett with his tips thanks to Ladbrokes.2019-11-2322 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAProductivity BoostWe take a look at plant productivity, and how to improve your laundry’s throughput through better hiring practices for production staff, new technologies and more. A panel of savvy laundry operators and consultants, including Johanna Ames, president of Ames Linen Service; Tyler Burke, executive vice president of Loop Linen Service; Mike Chambers, production specialist at Alsco Inc.; and Don Maida, senior consultant at TBR Associates, share their thoughts. Follow TRSA on Instagram at trsa_org.2019-11-2147 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAEconomic Update, M&A ActivityA rundown of the economy, recent mergers and acquisitions, and key financial metrics for the linen, uniform and facility services industry based on numbers from publicly traded uniform companies and survey data gathered from commercial laundry operators. This episode was recorded live at TRSA’s 106th Annual Conference in September and features Andrew Wittmann, a senior research analyst at Robert W. Baird & Co. Share your thoughts on the podcast by sending an email to podcasts@trsa.org.2019-10-1157 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSASafety First: TRSA’s New CertificationRick Gerlach, the former senior director of safety and health at Cintas, who is currently a consultant for safety and health processes with RG Consulting LLC, gives an overview of TRSA’s new Safety and Health Certification. He details the process for getting certified, why it’s important to gain recognition for your company’s safety and health programs, and how this certification program can enhance your company as an employer and as a service provider. For more information on TRSA’s certification programs, visit www.trsa.org/certification.2019-09-1243 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAMastering Hospitality with Steve DiFillippoSteve DiFillippo, the owner of Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse and author of It’s All About the Guest, discusses his brief experience working in the linen, uniform and facility services industry, as well as his deep family ties to the commercial laundry business. DiFillippo also previews his upcoming talk at TRSA’s 106th Annual Conference in Boston, shares his customer service philosophy and describes how he’s built his restaurant business from a single location to a nationwide brand. For more information on TRSA’s 106th Annual Conference, visit www.trsa.org/annualconference.2019-08-2828 minThe Races EditThe Races EditThe Races Edit (3/8/19)TRSA Chief Operating Officer Nick Redden joined Mile Pfitzner in the Inner Sanctum. Plus Tom Hackett from Ladbrokes gives his Saturday Rundown!2019-08-0321 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAPassing the TorchHow do you plan your business for a successful transition to the next generation? Learn how several industry leaders have dealt with this transition in the past and are preparing their business for the future. In this panel presentation from TRSA’s Second Annual Leadership Summit in New Orleans, Jim Buik, president and owner of Roscoe Co.; James Gutheim, president of James Gutheim & Associates; and Mark Kowalski, managing partner of Envise Partners LLC, share their thoughts. The panel was moderated by Dr. Jean Meeks-Koch, a consultant with the Family Business Consulting Group.2019-07-3151 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAMinimizing Workplace NegativityThe United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that negativity in the workplace costs businesses a whopping $3 billion per year due to its harmful effects. How do you counteract negativity and its effects on your company’s productivity? In this presentation from TRSA’s Production Summit & Plant Tours in Dallas, The DISC Wizard Nancy Roberts, a leading consultant to the linen, uniform and facility services industry, shares four key steps to minimizing workplace negativity in order to boost your business productivity.2019-06-1137 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAFederal Policy UpdateKevin Schwalb, TRSA’s vice president of government relations and certifications, and Bill Spencer, TRSA’s federal legislative counsel, discuss legislation and regulations that impact the linen, uniform and facility services industry and what TRSA is doing to advocate on behalf of the industry. For more information on policy issues at the federal and state levels, contact Schwalb at kschwalb@trsa.org.2019-05-2324 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSADeveloping LeadersEric Kurjan, the president of Six Disciplines Consulting Services, a firm that has worked with several leading organizations in the linen, uniform and facility services industry, joins us to discuss developing leaders in the commercial laundry industry, as well as TRSA’s new Leadership Development Workshops. For more information on these workshops, contact TRSA’s Manager of Education Kristin Mudd at kmudd@trsa.org.2019-05-0716 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSATRSA Visits Capitol HillA recap of TRSA’s Ninth Annual Legislative Conference, held on March 27-28 in Washington, DC. The two-day conference featured an industry awards dinner, meetings with high-ranking members of Congress and a keynote address by Chris Stirewalt of Fox News. Stirewalt gave an update on the latest news impacting the nation’s capital, with a look ahead to the 2020 presidential election and potential strategy for both parties. For more information on TRSA’s government relations initiatives, contact Kevin Schwalb at kschwalb@trsa.org.2019-04-0532 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALean Six SigmaAn overview of Lean Six Sigma with Audrey Carmichael, a client coach with Six Disciplines and a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and American Society for Quality (ASQ) Quality Auditor. Carmichael shares her thoughts on the benefits of running Lean in a commercial laundry operation, how Lean Six Sigma can improve safety as well as production, and more.2019-03-1910 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAHospitality Market: Trends and OpportunitiesA deep dive into the hospitality market, with a focus on the latest trends in this sector and potential areas for growth for linen, uniform and facility services operators focused on serving the hotel space. Based on a presentation given by Greg Eubanks of Standard Textile and Chris Kane of the PureStar Group at TRSA’s inaugural Hospitality Conference in Orlando, FL.2019-03-0127 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAMarketing & Sales: Converting Non-ProgrammersMarketing and sales leaders from many of the linen, uniform and facility services industry’s largest companies, including Jim Divers, director of sales and marketing at Alsco; Ryan Flaherty, vice president of sales, marketing and business development at Aramark Uniform Services; Dave Katz, senior vice president of sales and marketing at UniFirst; and Bob Mitchell, senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Cintas, discuss converting non-programmers to uniform renters; expanding the market for linen, uniform and facility services; innovations in sales and marketing; and more. TRSA President and CEO Joseph Ricci moderated the discussion, titled “Identifying and Expanding Mark...2019-02-131h 09Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAGovernment Relations OverviewA look at TRSA’s government relations strategy on a federal level, as well as specific issues of concern to the linen, uniform and facility services industry in states such as California, Indiana, New York, Texas and more. TRSA’s Vice President of Government Relations Kevin Schwalb, TRSA’s Federal Legislative Counsel Bill Spencer and TRSA’s California Legislative Counsel RJ Cervantes take a deep dive into policy issues affecting the commercial laundry industry. For more information on contributing to the TRSAPAC, contact Schwalb at kschwalb@trsa.org.2018-12-1948 minOpposing Bases: Air Traffic TalkOpposing Bases: Air Traffic TalkOB050: TRSA TimeEpisode 50!  On today’s show, we are going to talk about TRSAs with “Papa Alpha”, and of course, more feedback!  AG and RH would like to extend a giant thank you to all the listeners this past year!  We can’t do the show without your feedback and we appreciate you all! A special thank you to the loyal listeners of the show.  We are having a great time doing this show and we can’t do it without your feedback.  Have a great week and thanks for listening!  Visit our website at OpposingBases.co...2018-12-1054 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSADisaster Preparedness: Lessons LearnedSeveral commercial laundry operators discuss how they survived disaster, while reflecting on the effectiveness of their company’s emergency preparedness plans and lessons learned for the future. The panel featured Mark Carter, the president of Up To Date Laundry in Baltimore; Mike Lang, a process analyst at Unitex in Elmsford, NY; Michael Shulevitz, the president of Cadillac Uniform and Linen Supply in Puerto Rico; and Tim Topornicki, the owner of Topper Linen Supply in Toronto. The panel was recorded live at TRSA’s Seventh Annual Healthcare Conference and moderated by Joseph Ricci, the president and CEO of TRSA. For more...2018-12-041h 09Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAMarket Trends, M&A Update from BairdA rundown of the economy, recent mergers and acquisitions, and key financial metrics for the linen, uniform and facility services industry based on numbers from publicly traded uniform companies and survey data gathered from commercial laundry operators. This episode was recorded live at TRSA’s 105th Annual Conference & Exchange in October and features Andrew Wittmann, a senior research analyst at Robert W. Baird & Co. Share your thoughts on the podcast by sending an email to podcasts@trsa.org.2018-11-1938 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSASmart Staffing with The DISC WizardNancy Roberts, also known as The DISC Wizard, is a certified behavioral analyst that helps clients use assessments, coaching and training to navigate the hiring process and get better performance from their staff. Roberts joined the podcast to talk about her recent article in Textile Services magazine and her upcoming educational session at TRSA’s Healthcare Conference, as well as to share her insights on improving your organization’s recruiting and hiring practices. For more information on the Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast, go to www.trsa.org/podcasts.2018-11-0544 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAEquipment Innovations, Plant Design and RenovationsA focused discussion on equipment innovations, plant design and renovations featuring Bob Corfield, CEO, Laundry Design Group; Ed Kwasnick, director of business development at ARCO/Murray; Chip Malboeuf, president at Turnkey Industrial Engineering Services; and Gerard O’Neill, president and CEO at American Laundry Systems. The discussion was moderated by Dan Farnsworth, vice president of sales and marketing at Leonard Automatics. This episode was recorded live at TRSA’s Production Summit & Plant Tours in Philadelphia. Subscribe, rate and review the podcast on iTunes today!2018-10-2153 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSARising through the Ranks: Leadership Summit CEO PanelTitled “Rising through the Ranks: What it Takes,” this panel discussion features Scott Farmer, chairman and CEO of Cintas; Jim Kearns, CFO at Alsco; Juha Laurio, president and CEO of the Lindstrom Group; Steven Sintros, president and CEO at UniFirst; and Tom Watts, president at Prudential Overall Supply. The discussion was moderated by TRSA President and CEO Joseph Ricci, and recorded live at TRSA’s inaugural Leadership Summit in June 2018 in Chicago.2018-10-071h 03Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAGuiding Change with Former AmeriPride CEOThe former CEO of AmeriPride Services Inc., Bill Evans, shares his thoughts on leading change in your organization. The speech was recorded live at TRSA's Executive Management Institute (EMI). Evans will also be a featured speaker on the Legends of the Industry Panel at TRSA's upcoming Annual Conference in Napa, CA. Learn more about TRSA at trsa.org2018-09-2324 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAThe Future of Technology with Vivek WadhwaVivek Wadhwa, a technology and innovation author and expert, academic and futurist, joins us to discuss the technologies that will shape the laundry of the future and how to prepare for those potential disruptions so that your business is primed for success. Wadhwa also will share his insights with TRSA members at the 105th Annual Conference and Exchange.2018-09-1023 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSADavid Varner: Military Veteran Transitions to the Laundry IndustryDavid Varner is the chief strategy and development officer at TRSA operator member company Superior Linen Service. Before joining the Superior Linen Service staff, Varner served for 21 years in the U.S. Navy, including a stint on the Navy’s flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels. With many companies in the linen, uniform and facility services industry interested in hiring veterans, Varner talked about his military background and how it helped him transition successfully to a career in the laundry industry.2018-08-1746 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAInnovation and Leadership with Entrepreneur Josh LinknerA tech entrepreneur, venture capitalist and New York Times best-selling author, not to mention a talented jazz guitarist, Josh Linkner joined the podcast to share how laundry companies can use innovation to their advantage, as well as his experience serving as a mentor to up-and-coming tech entrepreneurs. Linkner recently gave a keynote address titled “Harnessing Innovation: Turning Raw Ideas into Powerful Results” at TRSA’s inaugural Leadership Summit in Chicago.2018-08-1719 minLinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSALinen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast - Interviews & Insights by TRSAIntroduction to the Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast from TRSAHere’s a preview of what’s coming up on the Linen, Uniform & Facility Services Podcast from TRSA. We’ll talk with industry leaders on the latest issues of importance to your business, as well as go in-depth with thought leaders from outside of the industry to get their perspective on topics affecting the broader business community. Subscribe now.2018-08-1702 minThrough the NoiseThrough the NoiseJoseph Ricci, President and CEO of the TRSAThe TRSA supports an industry that people only notice when something isn't working. Unlike event planners, the members of the TRSA touch each of our lives each day. TRSA is the association for linen, uniform and facility services and they run the industrial cleaning services that keep our hospitals, firefighters, and other critical workers in clean uniforms. They are a massive industry with 30,000 delivery trucks on the road each day, delivering uniforms, linens, and other goods to keep things running smoothly. They work towards sustainability by creating processes that greatly reduce water and toxic materials. Don't miss this episode...2018-03-1238 min