Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA – April 23, 2012 – The Anago of Western PA Monthly Franchise Owner’s Meeting for April 2012 provided Anago of Western PA Unit Franchise Owners with the opportunity to refresh their annual Healthcare Cleaning Compliance Certification.
To best accommodate Franchise Owners’ busy schedules, they could choose between attending the meeting either on Saturday April 21 or Monday April 23. The event was promoted for two months prior to the meeting and Franchise Owners’ were encouraged to bring their employees.
The course was conducted by David Ross and Bill Ross, both of whom have extensive theoretical and practical experience in the specifics of cleaning in healthcare environments. The following topics were covered at this years course: Understanding and Administering the Anago Exposure Control Plan, Universal Precautions, Bloodborne Pathogens, The Anago Hepatitis b Vaccination Program, Personal Protective Equipment, HIPAA Handbook For Healthcare Service Personnel, OSHA Hazard Reporting, Labeling, and MSDS Requirements, Proper Protocol When Cleaning and Disinfecting, Dwell Times, The Benefits of Microfiber, Cleaning the Exam Room, High Touch Areas for Disinfection, Breaking the Chain of Infection, Understanding Chemical Dilution, and Proper Hand Washing Technique.
“According to City-Data.Com, the largest industries in Pittsburgh are Healthcare, Education and Social Services.” says Anago of Western PA Vice President Bill Ross, “This annual mandatory meeting allows us to tap into the Healthcare segment with educated, professional and safety-minded Franchise Owners.”
The meetings were held on Saturday April 21, 2012 and Monday, April 23, 2012. Both meetings were held from 11:00am to 1:00pm at the Anago of Western PA Regional Support Office (300 Old Pond Road, Suite 202, Pittsburgh, PA 15017). A pizza lunch was provided following the meeting, compliments of Anago of Western PA.
Contact:
Anago of Western PA Bill Ross bill.ross@anagowpa.com 300 Old Pond Road, Suite 202 Pittsburgh, PA 15017 USA
Ph: 412-257-3060
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Friday, April 27, 2012
ANAGO OF WESTERN PA FRANCHISE OWNERS’ RECEIVE THEIR ANNUAL HEALTHCARE CLEANING COMPLIANCE
Friday, March 23, 2012
ANAGO OF WESTERN PA FRANCHISE OWNERS SPEND QUALITY TIME WITH SUPPLIER
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA – March 13, 2012 – The Anago of Western PA Monthly Franchise Owner’s Meeting for March 2012 brought the supplier to the Franchisees, as Jeff Tishko from Colker Company Window Cleaning and Janitorial Supplies brought loads of both new products and chemicals as well as some of the classics to keep Anago’s Unit Franchise Owners more informed and educated about the industry.
From new types of floor pads and floor finish, to advances in odor control and microfiber, Mr. Tishko presented many of the newer offerings available through his store. All the while, he did not neglect discussing the basic needs of a Commercial Cleaning Contractor. Things like Commercial Grade Vacuums (offered at a special price for meeting attendees), Multi-Purpose Cleaners, and Microfiber Flat Mops where presented and priced out on a convenient quote form from Colker Company Window Cleaning and Janitorial Supplies.
To wrap up this great meeting, Colker Company Window Cleaning and Janitorial Supplies donated three Wet Floor Signs to be raffled off to three of the Anago of Western PA Franchise Owners that were in attendance.
The meeting was held on Monday, January 30, 2012 from 11:00am to 1:30pm at the Anago of Western PA Regional Support Office (300 Old Pond Road, Suite 202, Pittsburgh, PA 15017). A pizza lunch was provided following the meeting, compliments of Anago of Western PA.
Pittsburgh, PA 15017 USA
Ph: 412-257-3060
Ph: 412-257-3060
Friday, March 9, 2012
VIDEO RECAP #1: 2011 End Of Year Celebration
On December 19, 2012 Anago of Western PA Franchise Owners gathered for a special Year-End Celebration and Awards Ceremony. As part of the event, Anago of Western PA welcome Christine Hughes from the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center. One of the topics that Christine discussed was business planning. Click below to find an excerpt of her presentation below:
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
ANAGO OF WESTERN PA MARCH AND APRIL FRANCHISE OWNERS’ MEETINGS HIT THE CALENDAR.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania , USA
The March Franchise Owner’s Meeting will be held on Monday, March 12, 2012 from 11am – 1pm at the Anago of Western PA Regional Support Office (300 Old Pond Road, Suite 202, Pittsburgh, PA 15017). Jeff Tishko, Vice President of Sales for The Colker Company – Cleaning and Janitorial Supplies located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District will present a two-part talk. The first part will cover two of the top areas of client complaints: Restrooms and Hard Floor Care, and what Cleaning Contractors can do to minimize complaints and maximize customer satisfaction. The second part will cover new tools and chemicals in the industry and how using the right product can save time, and money all while doing a better job.
The April Franchise Owner’s Meeting means that it’s time for the Annual Healthcare Cleaning Compliance. This meeting is mandatory for any Anago of Western PA Franchise Owner who presently services or wishes to service a Healthcare Category Account, per the Anago of Western PA Exposure Control Plan. There will be two sessions of the meeting being held: Saturday April 21, 2012 from 11am – 1pm and Monday April 23, 2012 from 11am – 1pm. As both sessions cover the same material, Franchise Owners are only required to attend one session.
All meetings will be held at the Anago of Western PA Regional Support Office (300 Old Pond Road, Suite 202, Pittsburgh, PA 15017). A pizza lunch will be provided following the meeting, compliments of Anago of Western PA. All Anago of Western PA Unit Franchise Owners should attend. Anyone else wishing to attend should contact Anago of Western PA President David Ross at (412) 257-3060.
Ph: 412-257-3060
Thursday, February 2, 2012
ANAGO OF WESTERN PA FRANCHISE OWNERS’ LEARN TO MANAGE THEIR CREDIT AND REVIEW BUSINESS TAX INFORMATON.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA – January 30, 2012 – The Anago of Western PA Monthly Franchise Owner’s Meeting for January/February 2012 addressed some timely issues this election year: Managing Credit and Business Taxes.
Two different guest speakers took the stage for this highly attended meeting. First up was Brittany Seibel, Branch Manager of the Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania location at The Pointe at North Fayette. Ms. Seibel discussed not only the importance of monitoring your credit but some tips, tricks, do’s and don’ts, when it comes to improving your credit. The discussion was just that, with question and comments coming from Anago Franchise Owners’ throughout Ms. Seibel’s presentation.
Next up was James Merante, President of Padgett Business Services and a Member of the IRS Small Business Forum. Mr. Merante’s presentation, which was also inundated with questions and comments from the group, covered all topics related to Small Business and Taxes. From documenting expenses, to having a plan, to understanding types of business structures and the benefits of each, to retirement plans, to understanding the difference between a subcontractor and an employee.
“This was one of our highest attended non-mandatory meetings,” according to Anago of Western PA Vice President Bill Ross, “when you add-in the high level of participation from the group, it shows that these were true topics of interest for today’s Franchise Owners.”
The meeting was held on Monday, January 30, 2012 from 11:00am to 1:30pm at the Anago of Western PA Regional Support Office (300 Old Pond Road, Suite 202, Pittsburgh, PA 15017). A pizza lunch was provided following the meeting, compliments of Anago of Western PA. Franchise Owners’ 1099’s were also available after lunch.
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
ANAGO WESTERN PA FRANCHISE OWNERS’ CELEBRATE 2011 and PREPARE for 2012
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA – December 19, 2011 – The Anago of Western PA Monthly Franchise Owner’s Meeting took on the form of a celebration today, as special Year-End Awards were given out,new opportunities for 2012 were announced, and a guest speaker discussed trends in small business.
“We asked everyone here today to celebrate the end of a successful year and prepare for an even better year to come.” said Bill Ross, Vice President of Anago of Western PA, in the opening remarks for today’s event.
The key-note speaker for today’s event was Christine Hughes, Training Manager at the Duquesne University Small Business Development Center. Ms. Hughes in addition to presenting some of the many free services offered by the Duquesne University SBDC, she talked about trends in small business in 2011 and some projections for 2012.
Next up were special guests Luke Murray and Jim Organ, from Aspire Benefits. For the first time, Anago Cleaning Systems Unit Franchise Owners, regardless of number of employees or any other factors, have access to Group Medical Benefits through Aspire. This new benefit to participating in the Anago Franchise Program was met with much optimism by the group.
Before lunch, 2011 Year End Awards were handed out, including thirteen (13) winners of “12 Months, No Service Complaints, five (5) winners of “Greatest Support of the Anago System, and one (1) Franchise of the Year. Each winner received a plaque and a gift certificate for dinner.
Prior to breaking for lunch, some door prizes including a Tennant Brand Backpack Style Vacuum from Anago of Western PA, a Microfiber Mopping System from DH Bertenthal and Sons Janitorial Supplies, and a Rubbermaid Upright Vacuum from Colker Company Janitorial Supplies.
A catered lunch was provided for all attendees including Anago Unit Franchise Owners and their families.
The meeting was held on Monday, December 19, 2011 from 11:00am to 1:00pm at the Comfort Inn and Suites, (2898 Banksville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15216).
Contact:
Pittsburgh, PA 15017 USA
Ph: 412-257-3060
Ph: 412-257-3060
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Health Insurance Available
Anago introduces Health Insurance from a 3rd party provider that offers group rates and guaranteed issue to Anago Unit Franchiesees in Western Pennsylvania. Call 412-257-3060 to set up a Franchise Disclosure meeting.
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