NORTH AMERICA
The Textile Rental Services Association (TRSA) played a prominent role at the Clean Show 2025, held over 23-26 August at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. With nearly 400 exhibitors from over 18 countries – including a record-setting 32 first-time participants, the event underscored the strength and innovation of the linen, uniform and facility services industry North America.
TRSA kicked off its Clean Show presence by co-hosting the Welcome Reception with CSCNetwork welcoming more than 500 industry executives for an evening of networking, Cuban cuisine, festive drinks, and flamenco entertainment.
Launch of three major TRSA programmes
TRSA unveiled three impactful new initiatives aimed at strengthening industry standards, workforce development, and community engagement. The Responsible Supplier Assurance Program (RSAP),developed by the TRSA Supplier Partner Council, offers industrywide recognition for suppliers committed to ethical practices, sustainability, and supply chain integrity through a unified TRSA-administered survey. TRSA also launched the RSR Quick Start Training Program in collaboration with Performance Matters – a self-paced onboarding course for route service representatives featuring 52 video lessons, hands-on training, and a focus on safety, customer service, and ethics. Lastly, TRSA announced the TRSA Foundation Day of Giving Campaign, a fundraising effort to support its nonprofit foundation, TRERT, with a goal of raising $20,000 by November 19 to fund education, research, and workforce development across the industry.
Educational sessions
Throughout the four-day event, TRSA sponsored eight educational sessions, drawing large crowds and sparking meaningful discussions. Highlights included:
- ‘How to Start & Grow a Commercial Laundry Service’ – A standing-room-only panel moderated by TRSA’s Ken Koepper, featuring insights from successful entrepreneurs.
- Certification Programs Overview – Led by TRSA’s Samlane Ketevong and Hygienically Clean auditors, this session explored TRSA’s Hygienically Clean, Clean Green, and Health & Safety certifications.
- Global Industry Trends Panel – TRSA chair Randy Bartsch joined international leaders to discuss recovery and expansion opportunities.
- Innovation on the Show Floor – TRSA auditors shared their observations on automation and digitisation trends.
- Women in Textile Services and Next-Generation Executives Breakfast – A powerful panel of emerging women leaders discussed leadership in family-owned businesses.
- Additional sessions covered AI, risk management, and energy efficiency strategies for laundry operations.
TRSA also hosted exclusive networking events, including a Leadership Breakfast for its Board of Directors and a Global Textile Services Breakfast for international industry leaders.
TRSA Members Win Clean Show Innovation Awards
A major highlight of the show was the debut of the Clean Show Innovation Awards, recognising groundbreaking technologies and applications. TRSA members were among the winners:
- Ecolab Inc. – Best New Technology for Sustainability
- Girbau – Best New Technology for Automation
- Hybridworks Textile Solutions – Best New Technology for Sustainability
- Zucchetti Centro Sistemi – Best New Application
“The growth of The Clean Show reflects the vitality of the industry and the value this event delivers,” said Greg Jira, group show director, Messe Frankfurt Inc.
Looking ahead
The next Clean Show will take place 15-18 July 2027 in Las Vegas. Making the announcement TRSA said it looks forward to continuing its leadership in education, innovation and industry advancement.
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