JaniCon is a unique conference dedicated to teaching & celebrating the unsung heroes of cleanliness
We believe that the individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring our spaces are clean, safe, and welcoming, deserve recognition and appreciation.
JaniCon was born from a simple yet powerful mission: to shine a spotlight on the invaluable contributions of janitors and cleaning professionals.
Learn innovative techniques and strategies during workshops tailored to help you save thousands of dollars in operational costs.
Explore practical approaches to identify, mitigate, and manage risks effectively, fostering a safer and more resilient work environment.
Engage with industry leaders at our panel discussion focusing on the best practices in the cleaning industry.
Founder of JaniCon
Jeff assumed leadership of the long-standing family enterprise in 2009. Possessing a certification as an Industrial Hygiene Manager, he demonstrates proficiency in anticipating, identifying, assessing, and advising on measures to mitigate environmental and occupational hazards that impact the welfare of occupants and employees.
Beyond his adeptness in environmental safety protocols, Jeff is deeply committed to transforming Pegasus into a globally recognized Employee-Owned corporation. His strategic vision emphasizes the cultivation of an exemplary workplace culture, the delivery of exceptional experiences for both employees and clientele, substantial contributions to workforce enhancement, community enrichment initiatives, and overarching societal betterment, prioritizing these objectives over mere annual revenue and profitability metrics.
Keynote Speaker
Sherry Deutschmann is a visionary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author renowned for her transformative leadership and unwavering commitment to empowering others.
With a remarkable journey from humble beginnings to founding and leading one of the nation’s most successful companies, Sherry embodies the essence of resilience, innovation, and compassionate leadership.
At Janicon, Sherry will share her invaluable insights, drawing from her wealth of experience and expertise to inspire and empower attendees to overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and lead with purpose.
Director, (OS1) Operations
Joseph has managed cleaning operations and developed professional cleaners at K-12, Community College, and University levels. Joseph is a certified trainer of (OS1) ™, a proven system that teaches professional cleaning techniques and tools. (OS1) ™ by ManageMen, Inc. is a step-by-step curriculum for introducing workers to the engineering, science, and professionalism of cleaning. Joseph has completed successful implementation of this program for multiple cleaning programs in California.
Joseph is a well-respected leader in the cleaning industry with over 25 years of experience. His insights and contributions have led to several innovations that have directly benefited the profession of Custodial Management. Treating professional cleaners as, “First Class Citizens, and finding that “One Best Way”, have been Joseph secrets to success.
Affliate Professor
Stephen Bao is a certified professional ergonomist (CPE in USA and CCPE in Canada), senior ergonomist at the SHARP Program of Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. He is also an affiliated professor at the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health of University of Washington.
As a senior research ergonomist, he has performed numerous projects primarily in real workplaces to study relationships between workplace factors and musculoskeletal disorders, develop job assessment tools, and evaluate workplace ergonomics interventions.
With an engineering background, Stephen promotes solutions that can be integrated into industrial processes and machine/product designs to enhance productivity and improve work efficiency. He has done many ergonomics consultations with a wide range of industries. As a seasoned instructor, Stephen has taught many different targeted audiences including ergonomists, health and safety specialists, engineers, production workers, and university students. Stephen serves as an editor for Ergonomics and a senior editor for Ergonomics in Design.
Jim Elliot- Midwest Rocky Mountain Regional Manager
ProTeam offers a wide range of innovative vacuums designed to tackle every cleaning situation while improving Indoor Air Quality, including uprights, wet/dry vacuums, cordless solutions and the world’s best-selling backpacks.
National Sales Manager
Nick Massimiano is the National Sales Manager for Empire Bio Diagnostics. Empire Bio Diagnostics manufactures various technologies in the United States used in verifying the effectiveness of cleaning systems on surgical instruments, surfaces and environmental services in hospitals and companies.
VIRTUAL CONFERENCE FORMAT
With virtual access, you can maximize your learning, connect with industry leaders, and stay informed on the latest trends in cleaning excellence
Jeff Becker
Official Welcome Kickoff at JaniCon, led by JaniCon Founder, Jeff Becker. Jeff will share insights into the inspiration behind JaniCon, what to expect during the event, and how together, we're shaping the future of the cleaning industry.
Sherry Stewart Deutschmann
Awards
Join us at JaniCon as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of outstanding cleaning leaders! The JaniCon Awards honor individuals who exemplify excellence, innovation, and leadership in the cleaning industry.
Dr Stephen Bao
This presentation presents the development of a Workload Calculator specific to the commercial office building janitorial service industry. This is developed due to the increased need for addressing the high workload issues and increased work-related injury claims in the industry. Actual field data were collected to quantify various workload measures and the risks are evaluated with widely used ergonomics job evaluation methods. These workload measures include work pace (based on ISSA standard times), overall workload (steps walked and energy expenditure demands, hand/wrist, shoulder and low back biomechanical exposures). This developed workload calculator can provide industrial practitioners with a tool to estimate the workload of planned or existing jobs. It can also help EHS, safety and ergonomics practitioners to identify issues and develop focused interventions. It can also provide cleaning equipment manufacturers and cleaning method developers means to identify issues in the current system and develop new equipment and methods for improvement.
Pro Team
Awards
ecognizing the unsung heroes behind the scenes, the Outstanding Custodial Group Award celebrates the dedication and excellence of custodial teams in maintaining clean and safe environments. From educational institutions to commercial facilities, this award honors the hard work and commitment of custodial professionals who go above and beyond to ensure the cleanliness and well-being of their communities.
Joseph Garcia
Nick Massimiano
Jeff Becker
Join us at JaniCon for an insightful panel discussion featuring industry leaders in the cleaning industry. Gain valuable insights, learn best practices, and stay ahead of the curve as we explore key trends and challenges shaping the future of cleaning services. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with experts and elevate your cleaning game. See you at JaniCon
Awards
Get ready to shine a spotlight on excellence at JaniCon 2024! We're thrilled to announce the Outstanding Cleaner Award, celebrating the unsung heroes who go above and beyond to keep our environments clean and safe.