One of the organizations I am a member of, and actually the first that I joined, is the International Executive Housekeeping Association or IEHA.

Since 1930, the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) has been a non-profit organization committed to raising professionalism in the cleaning industry and providing a cleaner, safer, healthier environment.

IEHA members are Executive Housekeepers—managers who direct housekeeping programs in commercial, industrial or institutional facilities. IEHA provides members with an array of channels through which they can achieve personal and professional growth. Some are: leadership opportunities; resource materials; education program designation; employment referral service; a Technical Question Hotline (1-800-200-6342); networking; an annual convention and trade show, including several educational sessions; and a monthly trade publication, Executive Housekeeping Today.

Take a moment and learn more about our professional organization:

Today was a very busy day with major work on a new training program I am writing with help from a good friend and peer in this business. I also had the opportunity to network with several people and connect with one tonight on LinkedIn. I recommend to people that to stay in touch with others is very important and we should always make the effort to encourage each other. If you want to share your thoughts you can do so here, and if you want to connect you can find me at http://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmweir