The ISSA Impact: From Immigrant to Innovator–Slavitza Demaine’s Journey to Leadership in Cleaning

Discover how ISSA programming has helped overcome challenges in her journey

Slavitza Demaine is a dynamic leader and manager at Southern New Hampshire University. In this episode of Straight Talk!, we explore her inspiring journey to the United States and her rise to success.

Demaine shares the details of her initial apprehensions about immigrating, the career transitions she made, and how she now leads a talented team while navigating cultural differences.

Discover her deep passion for the cleaning industry, the importance of training and certification, and how ISSA programming has helped her overcome challenges along the way. Demaine also shares her invaluable tips on how she fosters leadership potential in her team.

Learn more about ISSA training opportunities for you and your organization: https://cmi.issa.com

 

Jeff Cross

ISSA Media Director

Jeff Cross is the ISSA media director, with publications that include Cleaning & Maintenance Management, ISSA Today, and Cleanfax magazines. He is the previous owner of a successful cleaning and restoration firm. He also works as a trainer and consultant for business owners, managers, and front-line technicians. He can be reached at [email protected].

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