Alsco Uniforms, a leading laundry and facility services provider, was recognized with multiple awards at the 2026 TRSA Industry Awards, receiving gold-level honors for service, sustainability, and leadership. The awards from TRSA, a non-profit trade association representing linen, uniform, and facility services businesses worldwide, are among the highest honors in the industry and validate Alsco's operational commitments across its global network.
The company's Chief Operating Officer, Jim Kearns, stated that the awards validate Alsco's commitment to sustainability as a core value through its focus on reusable products and services. Kearns emphasized the company's decades-long partnership with TRSA and ongoing advocacy for the industry. Joseph Ricci, President and CEO of TRSA, acknowledged Alsco Uniforms' active participation, noting that their involvement lifts the entire industry.
Major awards included the 2026 Above & Beyond Service Award (Gold Level) for the Austin, Texas branch, the 2026 TRSA Voluntary Leadership Award (Gold Level) for Senior National Sales Manager Ryan Mathews, the 2026 Video Excellence Award (Gold Level) for Alsco Uniforms Brasil, and the 2026 Clean Green Sustainability Award (Gold Level) for Alsco Uniforms Australia. The company also received silver-level awards and honorable mentions for service, engagement, and sustainability leadership.
Bob Steiner, CEO of Alsco Uniforms, highlighted the significance of international recognition, stating that the awards reflect the commitment, innovation, and service mindset of teams around the world. With over 200 locations globally providing hygienically clean uniforms, linens, floor mats, mops, first aid, and restroom supplies, Alsco's award-winning performance demonstrates scalable sustainability practices in the facility services sector. Businesses interested in laundry or facility services can visit https://www.alsco.com to learn more, and additional information about the 2026 TRSA Industry Awards recipients is available.
The recognition matters because it underscores the growing importance of sustainability and service excellence in the industrial laundry sector, which serves critical industries like healthcare, automotive, and hospitality. Alsco's gold-level sustainability award, particularly for its Australian operations, signals that reusable product systems can achieve industry-leading environmental standards while maintaining service quality. For customers and the broader market, these awards provide third-party validation of operational reliability and environmental stewardship, potentially influencing procurement decisions in industries where hygiene and sustainability are increasingly prioritized. The global nature of the awards also highlights how multinational service providers can implement consistent standards across diverse regions, offering a model for industry-wide improvement in sustainable business practices.
