Recognizing The Stand-Out Facility Managers of 2014

They come in during the early morning hours, work behind the scenes and often leave long after the last building occupant. Custodial operations personnel have, historically, been dubbed the “invisible workforce.” Yet, they are the lifeblood of an organization — the individuals that keep the facility looking and running up to 21st century standards.

In recognition of the role these professionals play, Facility Cleaning Decisions has launched the Managers of Distinction Awards.

The six individuals profiled here were chosen from the roughly 100 nominations submitted by our readers. These executives stood out for their management style, organizational achievements, above-and-beyond job performance, and their role in contributing value to both the facility and the profession as a whole.

And the winners are (click through to read about each):

Brian Tallmadge
Assistant Chief, Environmental Management
Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center

Yang Sook Choe
Custodial Manager Of Operations
University of Washington

Victor Tovar
General Manager of Custodial Services, Main Campus and Health Sciences Center
University of New Mexico

Monique Walker
Director of Housekeeping
Vi at Grayhawk

Jonathan Cooper
Environmental Services Director
Orlando Health Central Hospital

Leon Spielbusch
Facilities Director
East Valley Institute of Technology