Cody Davis recently stepped into a new role at Kemco Systems, Clearwater, FL, as a regional sales manager. Since 2015, Davis has worked at Kemco Systems as an application engineer responsible for generating custom equipment design, project proposals and much more. His comprehensive knowledge of Kemco’s target markets, paired with his substantial industry experience, will greatly benefit the Kemco sales team, according to a news release.
Evelyn Thompson recently joined the staff at Foltex USA, Columbia, SC, as the company’ s accounting specialist, according to a news release.
TRSA recently hosted the CEOs and Executives of the industry’s largest companies in Washington, DC, following TRSA’s 14th Annual Legislative Conference. The meeting facilitated information sharing among leaders of the industry’s largest organizations. Representing both public and privately held companies, this group discussed macroeconomic impacts on their businesses and shared insights into trends, pressure points and opportunities in the industry.
TRSA President & CEO Joseph Ricci appears on the latest episode of The Manufacturers Network Podcast, hosted by Lisa Ryan. During the podcast, Ricci shared his insights into the $50 billion U.S. linen, uniform and facility services industry, touching on its economic impact, sustainability efforts and future trends.
REED Manufacturing, Tupelo, MS, recently named Mike Finnel as the company’s director of protective apparel. In this new role, Finnel is working directly with REED’s supply chain to develop new and innovative products for the uniform rental industry.
Jim Vaudreuil, CEO, Huebsch Services, Eau Claire, WI, and 2023 TRSA Operator Lifetime Achievement Award winner, passed away on March 2 at home surrounded by his wife, Christine; daughter, Isabel; and many other loved ones.
Diamond Chemical Co. Inc., East Rutherford, NJ, recently announced the addition of Martin Arroyo to its staff as a technical representative.
Milliken & Co., Spartanburg, SC, recently announced that Bethany Smith was named the company’s senior vice president and chief human resources officer, overseeing all HR matters for the company. Smith has served as the interim chief human resources officer since October 2023, stepping into the position upon the departure of Craig Haydamack.
Nominations for the 2024 iterations of the highest honors bestowed on our industry’s professionals are open. Separate TRSA Lifetime Achievement Awards distinguish linen, uniform and facility services member operators and supplier partners. Winners are selected on the strength of their TRSA leadership positions and accomplishments, significant contributions to the industry, and leadership and personal qualities.
Carson Neal recently was named general manager of Halifax Linen Service at its Roanoke Rapids, NC, plant. In his new role, Neal oversees five department managers: controller, human resources, operations, service and sales.
