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XEROS EXPANDS


ACROSS THE AMERICAS Xeros, the developer of a patented polymer bead cleaning system with multiple identified commercial applications, has announced that it has expanded its Commercial Laundry footprint into Canada, the Caribbean and Latin America, demonstrating growing acceptance of and demand for its polymer bead cleaning technology beyond the US Commercial Laundry market.


In Canada, Xeros has entered into a Forward Channel Partner agreement with Michael St. Clair Fine Cleaners, a dry cleaning and laundry specialist, under which Xeros’ polymer bead laundry systems will be sold and serviced. Michael St. Clair services much of Vancouver’s hospitality industry and has retail locations across the city.


This partnership will help bring Xeros’ patented cleaning technology to


NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NAMED BY ISSA


ISSA has appointed John Barrett as Executive Director, effective


September 1, 2015. Barrett replaces


John Garfinkel, who will work in a consultative capacity throughout 2016 to facilitate a smooth transition.


Under Garfinkel’s 25 years of leadership, ISSA evolved into the leading organisation for the global cleaning industry, having grown from 3,000 to 7,200 member firms worldwide. Garfinkel leaves the organisation in a position of strong financial strength with a board of directors and staff committed to accelerating growth and value for all member classes.


“Thank you for your trust, confidence, and support,” said Garfinkel. “Serving


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the Canadian market, a country in which changing climate conditions and increased energy demand has given rise to nationwide initiatives to accelerate utility conservation efforts.


Xeros has also entered into a Forward Channel Partner agreement with Worldwide Laundry, Inc., a full service laundry equipment, parts and supplies company, to sell and service Xeros’ polymer bead cleaning laundry systems across the broader Caribbean and Latin American markets, both of which offer significant drivers for growth as severe drought conditions and rising energy prices are increasing demand for ecologically sustainable but commercially viable solutions.


The Caribbean islands are some of the most vulnerable countries in the world to water shortages. The impact of climate change is expected to raise the sea level significantly, increase salt- water intrusion, flooding and hurricanes, and decrease rainfall. Today, the islands


the association these last 25 years has been the highest honour and most rewarding experience in my 50 years within the cleaning industry. Earlier this year, I requested the board commence its search for a new Executive Director. The board has gone through a sound, effective process, and we are all fortunate in the selection and acceptance of the position by John Barrett. John is well-qualified and motivated to move us forward having many years of leadership experience at the CEO level, both inside and outside our industry.”


Barrett’s more than 35 years of experience includes serving as CEO, President, Vice Chair, trustee, and Board Director at some of the leading companies in the technology, manufacturing, distribution, private equity, and service industries. His experience includes accepting increasing levels of responsibility at such well known companies as Frontenac, SMS Assist, Compass Group, Gemini Industries and Xerox.


Barrett has served as an ISSA Board member for the past six years, with the last three as an Officer, serving


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are experiencing the worst drought conditions in five years. Puerto Rico, St. Lucia, and Cuba are all suffering drought and have implemented water conservation restrictions. In addition, according to Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), Caribbean electricity costs are approximately four times the average rate in North America.


Xeros Chief Executive Officer, Bill Westwater, commented: “We are hugely encouraged by Xeros’ expansion internationally, further evidencing the relevance and increasing acceptance of Xeros’ near-waterless and energy- saving cleaning solution in geographic markets that can no longer ignore issues around water scarcity and need for energy conservation.


“These agreements also demonstrate the success of our Forward Channel Partners programme, in which we create a broad sales and service network across the Americas of established laundry industry players.”


this year as Treasurer. An Evans Scholar, Barrett graduated from the University of Michigan in 1981 with a degree in economics and speech communications. He earned his MBA with an emphasis in finance and marketing from the University of Chicago in 1986.


“The work of ISSA is nothing short of mission-critical to human health and wellness,” said Barrett. “Our association understands the true value of clean and its importance to economic and social advancement. I have never been more proud to be a part of something so absolutely essential.”


To fill the position, the ISSA Board of Directors sanctioned a search committee led and chaired by ISSA President Alan Tomblin.


“We are extremely fortunate to have found a leader such as John Barrett,” added Tomblin. “The search and selection committee had a plethora of worthy candidates. The committee is convinced John will lead ISSA into the future. He has a terrific staff and a solid foundation provided under Garfinkel’s leadership.”


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