2024 Networking Events

The below schedules are for reference, from the 2024 event. Sign up here to be notified when the 2025 schedule is released.

Monday, November 18

ISSA Show Happy Hour

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Pass: All-Access
Kick off this busy week with this opportunity to meet old friends and make new ones. This event was known as ‘Cocktails & Conversations’ in 2023 and has been expanded due to high demand!
Brought to you by American Dish Service, Charlotte Products, Diversey, Essendant, Eternity Technologies, Faultless Professional, Gofer Parts, Nilfisk, SmartFloor by Ameripolish, Spartan Chemical Company, Staples Facility Solutions, TMA Chemnet and Trojan Battery.

Residential Roundtable

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Pass: All-Access
Meet with industry peers for a dynamic discussion, led by industry experts, to get you thinking about your business operations.

Housekeeping Olympics

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pass: All Pass Types
Come watch teams of cleaning professionals showcase their expertise in a spirited and engaging competition. This event highlights the importance of excellence in the cleaning industry and recognizes the hard work and dedication of the participants.

NEW BSC Night Shift Networking at The Foundation Room

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location: Foundation Room – inside Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
$75 fee with all passes and must be registered as Building Service Contractor Business Class
Join us for a special evening of peer-to-peer networking, drinks, light appetizers, and interviews with Cleaning & Cocktails’ podcast team. Brought to you by BSCAI, ISSA, ISSA Show North America, and sponsored by Spartan Chemical Company, Gofer Parts, Nilfisk, Ameripolish, Hoover, HD Supply, Staples, SC Johnson, Diversey, Sunbelt, Xemana.

Tuesday, November 19

Rise and Shine: Orientation Breakfast for First-Time Attendees - SOLD OUT

8:00 am – 9:00 am
Pass: All Pass Types
Join us for a special morning designed exclusively for first-time attendees. This event is your entry point to making the most from your ISSA Show experience. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Meet the Movers and Shakers: Connect with industry leaders and influencers who are shaping the future. This is your chance to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.
- Navigate the Event with Ease: Get insider tips on how to make the most of the event. Learn about key sessions, must-visit areas, and how to maximize your time here.
- Discover Membership Benefits: Uncover the exclusive perks of being an ISSA member - from business resources like workloading calculators to customized industry research, find out how membership can elevate your business.
- Curated Itinerary: Receive a personalized schedule tailored to your specific job function. Ensure you attend the sessions and activities that matter most to you.
- Win Exciting Prizes: Participate in fun activities and stand a chance to win amazing prizes.
- Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your event experience on the right foot. We look forward to welcoming you and helping you make the most of your time with us!
- Brought to you by American Dish Service, Charlotte Products, Diversey, Essendant, Eternity Technologies, Faultless Professional, Gofer Parts, Nilfisk, SmartFloor by Ameripolish, Spartan Chemical Company, Staples Facility Solutions, TMA Chemnet and Trojan Battery.

ISSA Spotlight Event & Awards

9:15 am – 10:00 am
Pass: All Pass Types
To kick off the show, ISSA will honor industry achievers with a special awards presentation, hosted by ISSA leadership.
- Awards Presented:
  - ISSA Honorary Lifetime Achievement Award - Walt Dethlefsen, C.O.O. At Network Services Company
  - Jack D. Ramaley Industry Distinguished Service Award - Carey Jaros, President and CEO at GOJO
  - Manufacturer Representatives’ Distinguished Service Award – John Carroll
  - ISSA NextGen Rising Star Award in Honor of Jimmy Core
  - Highlighting the Emerging Leaders’ recipients

Carey Jaros

President and CEO at GOJO

John Carroll

Walt Dethlefsen

C.O.O. at Network Services Company

End Period Poverty Service Project with ISSA Government Affairs

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Pass: All Pass Types
Location: ISSA Experience Hub
Plan to stop by the ISSA Experience Hub any time between 2 pm and 4 pm to help put together personal care bags. These 500 bags will be distributed to those in need in the local community by Purse Power, a Nevada charity. Hang around for the Advocacy Happy Hour starting at 4 pm.

Emerging Leaders Happy Hour

3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Innovation Showcase & Theater – Booth #147
Pass: All Pass Types
Get ready to sip, celebrate, and connect with the next generation of industry trailblazers at the Emerging Leaders Happy Hour. This is your chance to mingle with the inaugural class of emerging leaders who are shaping the future of clean. Don’t miss out on this unique networking opportunity—where the ideas are fresh, the energy is electric, and the drinks are on us! Discover more at issa.com/emerging leaders.

ISSA Government Affairs Happy Hour

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: ISSA Experience Hub
Pass: All Pass Types
Come meet the ISSA Government Affairs Team, talk politics, network, and enjoy a complimentary drink on us!

Wednesday, November 20

Networking Breakfast for Distributors: Elevate Your Skills, Elevate Your Game

8:30 am – 10:00 am
$50 fee with all passes and must be registered as Distributor Business Class
- Start your morning with a dynamic Networking Breakfast, where you’ll dive into the art of negotiation and communication with the renowned expert, Mickey Bergman - a master hostage negotiator, two-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee and author of In the Shadows. Discover game-changing strategies to elevate your service delivery, boost your efficiency, and create lasting partnerships.
- Brought to you by American Dish Service, Charlotte Products, Diversey, Essendant, Eternity Technologies, Faultless Professional, Gofer Parts and TMA Chemnet.

Facility Manager/Facility Services Provider Happy Hour - SOLD OUT

3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Pass: All Pass Types
Location: Innovation Showcase & Theater – Booth #147
Exclusive to Facility Service Providers
Meet and network with peers from a variety of industries and learn how similar each of your opportunities and challenges are.
Brought to you by Gofer Parts, Nilfisk, SmartFloor by Ameripolish, Spartan Chemical Company, Staples Facility Solutions and Trojan Battery.

Hygieia Awards Reception

5:15 pm – 7:00 pm
Pass: All Pass Types
ISSA Hygieia Network’s awards reception will feature networking with industry leaders and Hygieia’s annual recognition awards, along with three new awards. It is sure to be one of the most well-attended and impactful events at the show.

Thursday, November 21

ISSA General Business Meeting

9:00 am – 9:45 am
Pass: All Pass Types
This event will feature:
- ISSA Charities Report
- Recognition of Outgoing Board Members
- President’s Farewell Address
- Recognition of Returning and Incoming Board Members
- Incoming President’s Address

Industry Choice Award Announcement

12:15 pm – 12:45 pm
Pass: All Pass Types

2024 Networking Events

Monday, November 18