Emerging Leaders – Oceania

Emerging Leaders – Oceania2025-04-01T11:07:17-05:00

Nominate the Next Generation of Visionaries in the Cleaning and Facility Solutions Industry.

Do you know an individual with outstanding potential, a drive for success, and a passion for the industry? Then it’s time to nominate your rising stars for the ISSA Emerging Leaders Program.

Elevate their career and contribute to the industry’s growth by putting forth your brightest talents for consideration. Submit your nomination today and help shape the next generation of industry pioneers!

Submissions are due by 31 May 2025. Your submission will be reviewed by our committee, and those selected will be notified by 1 July 2025. The honourees will be highlighted across our media channels and recognised at ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2025.

Who is considered an Emerging Leader?

An Emerging Leader is a dynamic individual who demonstrates significant promise and potential to influence the future direction of our industry through innovative practices, leadership qualities, and a commitment to advancing the field. This person brings fresh perspectives, challenges conventional practices, and leverages new technologies, methodologies or sustainable practices to improve standards, efficiency, and the overall impact of cleaning on public health and the environment.

An ISSA Emerging Leader displays many or all the following traits:

Visionary

Possesses the ability to envision the future direction of their organisation or industry and formulates strategies to achieve it.

Adaptive

Demonstrates flexibility and agility in responding to changing market dynamics, technological advancements, and evolving business landscapes.

Innovative

Generates new ideas, processes, or products that drive growth and competitiveness in their organisation.

Collaborative

Fosters teamwork and cooperation among team members, recognising the value of diverse perspectives and collective problem-solving.

Continuous Learner

Actively seeks opportunities for personal and professional development and stays abreast of industry trends and best practices.

Why nominate an Emerging Leader candidate?

  • Showcase your top talent and be the envy of the industry.
  • Gain visibility in our extensive digital and print media networks.
  • Earn prestigious recognition among the industry’s elite at ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2025.

Eligibility Criteria

  • ISSA Member organisations and their employees.
  • Anyone under 40 years of age* is eligible to be nominated.
  • You may nominate yourself or submit a nomination on behalf of someone else.

* Nominees must be under the age of 40 as of October 2025.

Who is eligible for the ISSA Emerging Leaders Program?2025-04-01T11:08:53-05:00

Anyone employed by an ISSA member company who will be younger than 40 as of October 2025.

May I nominate myself?2025-03-18T16:44:03-05:00

Absolutely!

Which ISSA members can participate?2025-04-01T11:09:38-05:00

For our Emerging Leaders Program, we are looking for a cross-section of people from across the cleaning industry supply chain—distributors, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, building service contractors, in-house service providers, residential cleaners, and associated service members—who are proven leaders in their field.

Why was the program created?2025-03-19T11:22:32-05:00

In recent years, ISSA has witnessed an increase of new talent throughout the cleaning industry. There’s no better time than right now to recognise these young rising stars and encourage them to take our future to new heights!

How do I nominate someone?2025-03-25T11:52:59-05:00

To nominate yourself or someone else, please use the nomination form at the bottom of this page.

How much does it cost to nominate someone?2025-04-01T11:10:28-05:00

The ISSA Emerging Leaders Program is a free benefit for all current ISSA members. Not currently an ISSA member? Join today!

How are the winners selected?2025-03-24T09:37:40-05:00

Winners will be selected by the ISSA Oceania Advisory Council.

What is the deadline for nominations?2025-03-19T11:24:17-05:00

31 May 2025, at 11:59 p.m. AEDT.

When will honourees be notified?2025-03-19T11:25:20-05:00

On or before 1 July 2025.

When will the winners be recognised?2025-03-25T11:54:03-05:00

The 2025 ISSA Emerging Leaders will be recognised in Sydney, Australia at a ceremony taking place Thursday, 30 October at ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2025.

Will the Emerging Leaders appear in ISSA’s publications?2025-03-25T11:55:30-05:00

Yes ISSA will be recognising the 2025 Class of Emerging Leaders in the INCLEAN publication as well as across the issa.com platform.

Are there sponsorship opportunities?2025-04-01T11:13:29-05:00

Yes! There are multiple opportunities for your organisation to support the ISSA Emerging Leaders Program. Simply contact [email protected] for more information.

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