London — The coronavirus outbreak has proved to be a huge setback for retailers around the globe. For a sector that is already in flux, the crisis presents two looming challenges: bottlenecks and shortages. As the experts at Infiniti Research, a well-known market intelligence company, continue to evaluate the impact of COVID-19 on global retail business, they have traced a pattern similar to Chinese retailers striving to meet the needs of both their workers and their customers amid the early stages of the pandemic, that is affecting retailers across countries …
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Cincinnati — Due to the global pandemic caused by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), Hydro Systems, a world leader in chemical dispensing equipment, software and services, has published an educational white paper, “Dispensing Cleanliness During an Outbreak or Pandemic.” The white paper discusses the current state of the pandemic, cleaning best practices and the benefits of using chemical dispensing systems to combat an outbreak. The white paper is available for download at https://hydrosystemsco.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Coronavirus-White-Paper_U.S._FINAL.pdf. “From schools to hotels to office buildings, every facility in the U.S. has been impacted by COVID-19 in …
Tampa, Fla. — MaintenX International, a Tampa-based provider of facility maintenance services, enjoyed three great days of sharing best practices and industry trends at the 2020 Restaurant Facilities Management Association (RFMA) annual conference in Denver. Bill Schaphorst, MaintenX’s vice president of business development, was awarded RFMA 2020 “Vendor of the Year.” “This is the most significant career milestone I have achieved,” says Schaphorst. “I am humbled to be recognized by people I admire for doing a job I love.” The Vendor of the Year is awarded by the board of …
Milwaukee — The National Facilities Management and Technology (NFMT) Conference and Expo and Clean Buildings Expo (CBE) show management team wishes to express its deepest concerns for everyone impacted by the COVID-19 coronavirus. The show management team has monitored the situation closely, and due to recent developments and facts, the NFMT and CBE shows scheduled for March 17-19 in Baltimore have been rescheduled. NFMT will now take place August 11-13 and CBE will take place August 11-12 at the Baltimore Convention Center. NFMT and CBE thank their attendees, exhibitors and …
San Diego — Blair Sign Programs, a leading national sign and experiential design company, is marking its 25th anniversary. The company has achieved a reputation for excellence as a design/build company with a deep design inventory of custom sign and graphic solutions for national retail and commercial retail development. “Since our founding in 1995, Blair Sign Programs has experienced the evolutionary and, recently, revolutionary changes within the national retail and commercial retail environments,” says Scott Blair, the company founder and president. “We, too, have evolved and have experienced many exciting …
Dallas — Connex, the multi-site facilities management network, formerly known as PRSM, is helping retailers protect shoppers and employees from the coronavirus by providing them resources and the ability to connect, ask questions, and share vital information, experiences and recommendations. Protecting shoppers and employees is the Number 1 priority for retailers. While proven methods of cleaning and sanitizing are helpful, new methods and new products are introduced almost daily. Connex helps multi-site facilities management (FM) pros by providing leading-edge information and resources, and an easy way for them to connect …
Toronto — Recently, Flipp, a leader in retail technology, has named Rick Neuman as its first ever chief technology and product officer, reporting directly to Flipp’s CEO. Neuman will be responsible for working closely with merchants to help them reach shoppers in new and innovative ways, while advancing the Flipp app to help more customers find value in their weekly shopping. Neuman brings a wealth of knowledge and strong technical experience with over 15 years of retail, e-commerce and technology expertise across North America. Neuman previously held the role of …
Marina Del Rey, Calif. — Tom Coble has joined the executive leadership team of Pegnato Roof Intelligence Network as vice president of sales, effective March 1, 2020. Coble has extensive experience in the multi-site, national account arena, most recently with Assa Abloy. Coble is expected to be a key component supporting Pegnato Roof Intelligence Network’s continued market leadership position in national roof management services. Marina del Rey, Calif.-based Pegnato Roof Intelligence Network helps you Be on Top of Your Roofs™. Nationwide services include roof inspections; service/repair; project management for major …
Houston, Texas — Ron Harris, co-owner and executive vice president of Linron Company, is retiring. After more than 50 years in the flooring industry, Harris plans to relax, enjoy life and spend time with his family and grandchildren. More than two decades ago, Harris teamed up with his coworker from a previous flooring company, Linda Krienke, and the two created Linron Company. Together they have made a powerful contribution to the floor covering world. “Ron is a true pioneer to the flooring industry. His knowledge of the flooring products, installation …
DeWitt, Mich. — According to President Scott Milnes, DENTCO® has hired industry veteran Kimberly Goldovich as its new business developer. Goldovich has over 26 years of sales experience, also having worked in the facility management field for 10 years as director of national accounts & architectural support. She managed relationships with clients, established proactive sales approaches and developed go-to-market plans to develop new client connections. Goldovich’s career started in sales for several TV and radio media outlets, eventually working her way up to national sales manager. She was also an …