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Staff
UTSA is working to further your goals. We exist to serve the needs of every member launderer and supplier. Staff members work closely with a vibrant committee system to make sure that members' voices are heard within the Association and by the outside world.

David F. Hobson, (703)247-2601
President and CEO

Jennifer Kellar, (703)247-2615
Executive & Meetings Coordinator

Customer Service
UTSA works to improve the service side of the industry by providing your company with information on personnel, new technology, and resources in this area. We address issues such as customer retention and route sales motivation.

David Bernstein, (703)247-2610
Director, Plant Operations & Customer Service
Salita Jones, (703)247-2611
Executive & Meetings Coordinator

Educational Institutes
Coordinate curriculum and registration for the Association’s Executive Management Institute (EMI), Customer Service Institute (CSI), and joint UTSA/TRSA Maintenance Management Institute (MMI), and Production Management Institute (PMI).

CSI:

EMI:
Deborah Hodges, (703)247-2609
Director, Finance, Administration, Meetings & Membership
MMI:
David Bernstein, (703)247-2610
Director, Plant Operations & Customer Service
PMI:
David Bernstein, (703)247-2610
Director, Plant Operations & Customer Service

Environmental Affairs/Laundry Environmental Stewardship Program
UTSA is at the forefront of the industry’s efforts in protecting the environment. Staff communicates regularly with federal and state regulators on the formulation of rules and regulations, as well as provides review, analysis, and consultation to members.

Tony Wagner, (703)247-2608
Director, Environmental & Government Affairs
Salita Jones, (703)247-2611
Executive & Meetings Coordinator

Finance and Administration
Among this department’s functions are finance, the Operating Ratios Report, and the administration of the Association’s affinity programs.

Deborah Hodges, (703)247-2609
Director, Finance, Administration, Meetings & Membership

Government and Public Affairs
Work with Congress, government agencies, and other trade organizations to encourage policies, laws, and regulations that foster a positive business climate for the industry. Through the GrassRoots Network, we help you achieve maximum impact, even in your state legislatures. UTSA staff develops and maintains industry statistics and prepares position papers on important issues.

Tony Wagner, (703)247-2608
Director, Environmental & Government Affairs
Salita Jones, (703)247-2611
Executive & Meetings Coordinator

IL Magazine/Newsletter
UTSA’s award-winning magazine, Industrial Launderer, will keep you abreast of new technology, production practices, compliance issues, marketing techniques, and more. Our weekly Scoop for members shares the very latest in industry news by fax or email.

Ken Koepper, (703)247-2604
Director, Communications and Information Services
John Marrapese, (703)247-2603
Director, Advertising
Mittie Spruill, (703)247-2605
Advertising Coordinator

Independent Operators
The Independent Operators Committee is a free, special service to non-chain members providing them with special programming and a forum for peer interaction.

David F. Hobson, (703)247-2601
President and CEO

Information Technology
This committee identifies and evaluates industry-specific information technology trends that will assist companies in the growth of sales, profits, and public recognition.

David Bernstein, (703)247-2610
Director, Plant Operations & Customer Service
Salita Jones, (703)247-2611
Executive & Meetings Coordinator

Marketing
Through meetings that offer learning through peer interaction, presentations by industry and outside speakers, publications, seminars, and specialized research, UTSA offers substantive ongoing analysis of the market. Our books and manuals target those areas of the industry and the economy where more knowledge will make market penetration and operations smoother for you.

John Marrapese, (703)247-2603
Director, Advertising
Jennifer Kellar, (703)247-2615
Manager, Admin. & Meetings

Meetings/Conventions
This department plans UTSA’s numerous meetings and programs that the association has developed to give you a competitive edge.

Deborah Hodges, (703)247-2609
Director, Finance, Administration, Meetings & Membership
Jennifer Kellar, (703)247-2615
Manager, Admin. & Meetings
Salita Jones, (703)247-2611
Executive & Meetings Coordinator

Membership
Laundry membership in UTSA is on a company basis; dues are based on the industrial laundry revenues of the company. Suppliers to the industry become affiliated with UTSA with at least a six-time advertisement annual contract for Industrial Launderer magazine, paying no dues.

Deborah Hodges, (703)247-2609
Director, Finance, Administration, Meetings & Membership
John Marrapese, (703)247-2603
Director, Advertising

Plant Operations
UTSA provides the most up-to-date programs, including publications, manuals, and on-line learning to help you operate your facilities more efficiently and effectively. From new products and technologies to the application of government rules and regulations to the daily workings of your plant, UTSA offers practical advice and expertise on maintaining, upgrading, re-engineering and operating your plant.

David Bernstein, (703)247-2610
Director, Plant Operations & Customer Service
Salita Jones, (703)247-2611
Executive & Meetings Coordinator





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