ISSA, the Association for Cleaning and Facility Solutions, and Tork, the global leader in professional hygiene, are proud to announce the winners of the second annual Spotless Spaces Competition. This exclusive ISSA-member benefit showcases the teams that go above and beyond to create safe, healthy, and accessible environments. From sparkling floors to fresh, inviting spaces, these teams set the standard for cleaning excellence.
“The Spotless Spaces Competition represents the very best of our industry worldwide – where precision, innovation, and a deep commitment to excellence come together,” said ISSA Executive Director Kim Althoff. “These companies are not just raising the bar – they are redefining it, creating environments where health, safety, and well-being are protected at the highest level. Their work sets a global standard and serves as a benchmark for what this industry can and should achieve and we applaud them.”
The Tork Think Ahead Facility Excellence Award honors a facility that demonstrates a best-in-class approach to hygiene for people and planet, selected following a rigorous criterial set by Tork. The U.S. and International Spotless Space of the Year winners were selected through an extensive voting process that engaged both industry professionals and the public.
This year’s winners include:
Tork Think Ahead Facility Excellence Award Winner: American Museum of Natural History, New York, NY
“Creating a clean, welcoming environment is essential to the visitor experience,” said Michael S. Freshour, Senior Director of Custodial Services at the American Museum of Natural History. “I’m incredibly proud of our custodial team, whose hard work ensures a seamless, and comfortable, experience for every guest. This recognition is a testament to the consistency, professionalism, and care our team demonstrates on a daily basis.”
U.S. Spotless Space of the Year Winner: Tampa Bay International Airport, Tampa, FL; Maintained by Flagship Facility Services, Inc.
“We’re incredibly proud of our team and our partnership with Tampa International Airport. Maintaining a spotless environment in such a high-traffic facility takes dedication, teamwork, and a shared commitment to excellence. This recognition from ISSA reflects the pride we take in delivering a clean, safe, and welcoming experience for every traveler who passes through Tampa Bay International Airport (TPA),” said Derrick Deadwiler, Senior Vice President of Operations for Flagship Facility Services, Inc.
International Spotless Space of the Year Winner: Quito Metro Stations, Quito, Ecuador; Maintained by Forto Facilities
“From Ecuador to the world, FORTO FACILITIES demonstrates that ensuring mass transit systems at a spotless standard is possible, 24/7. Being recognized as the International ‘Spotless Space of the Year,’ with Metro de Quito stations awarded among the cleanest spaces globally, reflects the standard our team has built through discipline, excellence, and an unwavering commitment to every detail, every day,” said Andres Prado, President of Forto Facilities.
The Spotless Spaces Competition is an important feature of International Cleaning Week 2026, held from March 23-28. This global event underscores the cleaning industry’s vital role in protecting public health and driving economic impact.
For more information about the Spotless Spaces Competition, its winners, runners up, and finalists visit issa.com/advocacy/international-cleaning-week/spotless-spaces-winners-2026. To view last year’s winners, visit this link.
