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You know how in Batman Begins, the Scarecrow dumps a bunch of chemicals into Gotham's water supply to control everyone and bring about chaos? Can we all agree that's a bad thing? But unfortunately, Batman isn't real ... at least we don't think so ... but the fact that technology has infiltrated all aspects of textile care services leaves our industry open to troublemakers.

Your equipment, linen management, maintenance and possibly even your chemical dispensers are now computerized. What is the likelihood they could be targeted by cyber-criminals? What should your technology security plans cover specifically for these specialized programs and what is the plan for recovering from an attack? What resources are available from the vendors of the programs?

Learn how to protect yourself and your business by registering today for our next webinar, Minimizing Cyber Risks, with Joe Danaher from Integrity IT. Joe will address these issues from two angles, both management and staff. Keep in mind, you are allowed an unlimited number of participants at your location for the same low price!

ALM webinar registrations start at $49.95.
Participants will earn 1 laundry/linen contact hour for this session.
May 23, 2019, at 2 pm ET / 1 pm CT / 12 pm MT / 11 am PT

Janice Carter Larson, CLLM, 40-year veteran of the healthcare industry and is a pioneer in hospital-based linen cost management consulting, as well as a former ALM Board member, retired on May 1.

“Janice has been a unique and tremendous asset not only to Encompass all these years, but also to the entire industry,” said John Wood, CEO of Encompass Group. “Her pioneering efforts in working directly with the hospital linen teams to review how each piece of linen is used in every unit, measuring and consistently improving processes, has been copied by others as the foundation of linen cost management. Not only will Encompass miss her expertise, but the entire industry will.”

If you're attending The Clean Show in New Orleans, June 20-23, there are still rooms available at The Royal Sonesta, ALM's host hotel. Don't forget to arrive in time for the Annual Members Meeting on June 19, from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

The final housing deadline is Monday, May 20, so don't wait!

Full details about The Clean Show and ALM's meetings, educational sessions, and events, are available on ALM's Website, under Programs, Events, The Clean Show.

TCATA recently announced their 2019 Annual Conference date, after The Clean Show in June. The TCATA Conference will be Wednesday, July 31, through Saturday, August 3, 2019, at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa, in Ojai, Calif. Full details are available on the TCATA Conference Page.

Be sure to RSVP to both the ALM and MIP evening events during The Clean Show! 

Start your Clean Show off right by partying with the MIP crowd at their Hospitality Event, Once Upon A Time, on Thursday, June 20, from 7 to 10 p.m. Teaser videos and more information is available on the MIP website. 

Continue the fun at ALM's Member Reception, Boas & Beads on Bourbon, on Friday, June 21, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for live music, dancing, cigars and bourbon tastings at The Jazz Playhouse, inside ALM's host hotel, The Royal Sonesta! Register by Tuesday, June 11. This event is free for ALM members and only $25 for guests!

Three Continental Girbau Inc. (Continental) team members were recently recognized for 15 years of service, including Senior Technical Support Specialist Neal Gadzinski (left), Finance Services Manager & International Sales Manager Pam Kuffel (middle), and Customer Experience Specialist II Karen Washebek (right).

“The Continental team appreciates the many contributions of Neal, Pam and Karen over the past 15 years,” said Continental President Mike Floyd. “We appreciate their dedication and willingness to go the extra mile for our customers.”

Continental Girbau Inc. (Continental) recently welcomed Geanie Wilson (right), of Redgranite, Wis., as shipping receiving specialist; and Joanne Wilson (left), of Fond du Lac, Wis., as accounting assistant.

Geanie Wilson assists with receiving and the fulfillment of equipment and parts orders, in addition to a variety of other tasks, including basic parts repair, forklift operation and clerical duties. She served 14 years with Generac Mobile, in Berlin, Wis., before moving to Oshkosh.

Joanne Wilson handles a number of accounting functions, including accounts payable for Continental and accounts payable, invoicing and accounts receivable for Continental Girbau West, in Santa Fe Springs, Calif. Most recently, she served 8 years as senior accounts payable specialist at a holdings company in Bethel, Mo. In May 2020, she expects to earn her bachelor’s degree in business administration finance-human resources management, from Liberty University, in Lynchburg, Va.

Continental Girbau Inc. (Continental) recently transitioned Eric Novak to inside sales associate. Novak, of Oshkosh, Wis., has served as customer care associate since May 2016.

In his new role, Novak interfaces closely with Continental customers, distributors and staff; manages lead qualification processes; and handles inside sales and customer relations responsibilities.

Daniel's Textile Rental is growing! Derrick Leist is the newest laundry employee as the company expands into the spa market and takes on a new agreement with a Cincinnati-area university. Also, a third box truck was purchased to expand coverage in the Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio, markets.

Healthcare Linen Services Group has rebranded their image with a new logo and website. The new logo reflects continued growth for the company and incorporates all regional brands in an integrated yet unique view that preserves the legacy of quality, efficiency and innovation. The new website illustrates the brand’s expansive geographical footprint, product breadth and turn-key services available. This site will continue to allow customers, employees and job seekers an easy-to-use avenue to communicate with the group companies.

Thermopatch is pleased to announce the appointment of Mitch Eaton (left) to the position of accounting manager and Martell Smith (right) as the regional sales manager for the Western states.

Mitch’s responsibilities include the management of daily accounting operations, development of monthly, quarterly and yearly accounting reports for management and company executives.

Martell is responsible for account management and new business development of Thermopatch’ s extensive line of textile labeling equipment and supplies, as well as Deco-Print, Thermopatch’s line for branding and textile decorating.