Paul Ashton, Chairman of the Cleaning and Support Services Association (CSSA), reports.
The formal launch of the CSSA’s Northern Community Group on Wednesday 22 November is a major milestone for our association and the industry as a whole. The Northern hub, along with the Southern Community Group, are part of the Regional Community Group initiative which we announced in June.
We appealed for rising stars among our sector to join us to help drive the £59 billion cleaning, hygiene and waste industry forward, by collaborating with industry leaders and like-minded people. The overwhelming response and keen interest from members to get involved was truly heartening.
These community groups will provide frequent opportunities for CSSA members and non-members to connect with industry ambassadors to create additional value for our membership, facilitate career paths for future leaders by building a social network based on meaningful engagement, and give access to a wide range of member-only events held nationally.
As we set our trajectory, our mission is vivid: to anchor the CSSA as the leading light in the UK cleaning industry. We're actively bridging gaps by connecting professionals, amplifying shared knowledge, and ensuring both face-to-face and online interactions remain meaningful and accessible. Together, We Elevate Standards and Raise Profile.
The goals of the CSSA stretch beyond growth in member numbers. The association is deeply invested in stimulating impactful transformations and benchmarking standards in the cleaning industry with an aim to create the ultimate support network, fostering an environment where each member feels heard, empowered, and driven to raise the collective industry profile.
The CSSA’s diverse offerings range from rich industry insights and thought-provoking guest sessions to dynamic Q&As and relevant online content. Plus, our community always has an open invitation for collaborative networking opportunities.
The celebration event for the Northern Community Group will include complimentary refreshments, networking and an introduction from myself. Attendees will also be introduced to key members of the Northern Community committee: Daisy Hunter of Birkin Group, Daniel Cross of Tennant Company, Lynn Webster of Lynn Webster Consulting Ltd, Nicola Williams of 2Pure, Matt Burtinshaw of Lime Sustainable Supplies, Stuart Turnbull of Bunzl, and Joanne Gilliard of Jangro.
The celebratory launch takes place at the historic Manchester Art Gallery in the city centre on Wednesday 22 November from 2pm. The event is free to attend and I would like to invite professionals within the cleaning and support services industries, including non-members of the CSSA, to attend. I hope to see you there.
Full details and booking information can be found at: www.cssa-uk.co.uk
About the contributor
Paul Ashton
Chairman
CSSA