As CEO of Cummins Facility Services and a voice for female business owners, I was travelling all over the world before the pandemic hit. It felt like I was always going – visiting client facilities, attending conferences, speaking at events, and meeting with fellow entrepreneurs – perpetually busy, with no end in sight! Then, with…
One of my favorite traditions at Cummins Facility Services is our annual all-employee safety meeting. This meeting has grown and changed along with us over the years, but continues to be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate all of our CFS employees while also emphasizing the importance of the work we do and how to do…
What does it mean to be champion? The Oxford dictionary defines the word “champion” as “a person who has defeated or surpassed all rivals in a competition.” At Cummins, we are proud to encourage our employees to be champions within the workplace and in their personal lives. Each year, I look forward to invigorating my…
With a new school year just around the corner, children, parents, and teachers alike are wondering what this new normal will look like for them. The COVID-19 variants are adding to the confusion and uncertainty leaving many of us wondering, “What does this look like for children going back to school?” Here are some great…
Let’s talk about expectations! I challenge you to think back to pre-pandemic, what may seem like decades ago. Chances are, you went about your trips to the doctor’s office, grocery store, restaurants and beyond without putting much extra thought into the facility’s cleaning teams and schedule. As a society, we have ALWAYS valued facilities that…
BIG news from one of our technology partners!!! FDS is so thrilled to have Hailo Digital Hub as a founding member, Christoph and Roland have tremendously increased the presence of FDS in Europe and we are so grateful to them. We are so appreciative for the help and support they bring to this industry. Thank…
In May, we honored Mental Health Month with a whole new perspective considering the pandemic-related events over the past year. As we continue rolling into June, the topics of wellness and self-compassion have remained heavily on my mind. There is so much joy and excitement right now, with businesses back in full swing, events on…
I’ve talked before about my passion for helping others. My latest work is dedicated to helping create opportunities to increase diversity within the technology field, and continuing support of wonderful causes within our community and our industry. I have been super excited to see a shared commitment to service, philanthropy, volunteering, and giving back here…
Happy Small Business Week! Each year, we celebrate the local families, sole entrepreneurs, and growing organizations who took a chance in the small business world. These men and women who show up day after day, even when things get tough, are the heart and soul of our economy. It’s been a tough year for everyone,…
The first quarter of 2021 has come and gone, and thanks to the distribution of vaccines across the country, there is hope on the horizon! Last year was unlike any other. With the chaos came some incredible innovations for our industry and new practices that we will continue to implement for years to come. Recognizing…