I’m delighted and excited to have been chosen to lead the government affairs program for TRSA. Textile services is a dynamic industry that provides a critical service to the U.S. economy. My hope is that TRSA will be an effective member of broad-based, pro-business coalitions, and a leader in areas of particular concern, such as outsourcing by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). 
 
I look forward to visiting facilities and speaking with owners and workers in order to better understand all that’s involved in textile services. That’s the only way I can be an effective advocate for ...