JaniCon About Us
New Name. Same Results
After 30+ years as the Simon Symposium, JaniCon is a fresh rebrand that reflects our commitment to excellence in the cleaning industry
Industry Related Vendors
Exclusive insights into cutting-edge cleaning technologies and solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in their cleaning practices.
Insightful Workshops
Experience actionable insights and practical strategies tailored to elevate your cleaning practices at JaniCon’s workshops, led by industry experts.
Immersive Experience
Insightful panel discussions & unparalleled networking opportunities, all designed to elevate your expertise and drive excellence in the cleaning industry.
VIRTUAL CONFERENCE FORMAT Enjoy the convenience of JaniCon from your computer
With virtual access, you can maximize your learning, connect with industry leaders, and stay informed on the latest trends in cleaning excellence
Event Speakers
Jeff Becker
Founder of JaniCon
Jeff Becker
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.
Sherry Stewart Deutschmann
Keynote Speaker
Sherry Stewart Deutschmann
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.
Pro Team
Jim Elliot- Midwest Rocky Mountain Regional Manager
Pro Team
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.
Dr Stephen Bao
Affliate Professor
Dr Stephen Bao
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.
Joseph Garcia
Director, (OS1) Operations
Joseph Garcia
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.
Nick Massimiano
National Sales Manager
Nick Massimiano
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.