This is the latest in our series of profiles on women in the linen, uniform and facilities industry. For April, we profile, Kathi Wheatley, plant manager/assistant general manager, Century Linen & Uniform, Gloversville, NY. This series was organized in cooperation with TRSA’s Women in Textile Services Committee.

How’d you get into this industry?

Thirty-seven years ago, there weren’t many women managers in our industry. When a supervisory position opened, I met with the owners. Initially, they were hesitant. But I convinced them that I was committed to doing this job and assured them they wouldn’t be disappointed. I was ...