RICHMOND, Ky. — The Association for Linen Management (ALM) reports that Sarah Brobeck, who joined the staff in 2022 as executive director, will become its president and CEO effective July 1.
The association’s membership voted to revise its bylaws in early June and restructure its leadership format.
Also, ALM reports that Chip Malboeuf, vice president of operations and engineering at ImageFIRST, has assumed role of chairman of the board; Liz Remillong, vice president of business development at Core Linen Service, was elected as vice chair; and Tiffany Brady, director of customer relations and logistics at West Michigan Shared Hospital Laundry, was elected as a director.
Chris Christie, system linen manager at Ascension Health, was also re-elected as a director.
REVISED BYLAWS
ALM’s membership voted to revise the association’s bylaws to modernize the organization’s governance structure and enhance the leadership framework.
The Board of Directors’ role has been clarified to become more strategic, allowing it to concentrate on oversight, policy-making and long-term strategy.
As a result of this change, the chief elected officer will assume the title of chairman while the chief staff officer will assume the title of president and CEO.
In this elevated role, Brobeck will not only drive the association’s strategic initiatives but will represent the association with a keen focus on its growth and development.
She came to the association with more than 15 years of experience working in textile care services, which fortified her business acumen with extensive insight into the industry along with a vast network of connections.
In her first 18 months as executive director, the association says Brobeck led it through two record-breaking IMPACT conferences along with the development of new programs and services designed to provide more value to all members.
She has a rich history in developing teams and fostering individual growth, marked by her strategic vision and empathetic leadership. She has successfully built and managed diverse teams, driving them towards achieving high performance and collaboration.
The association says Brobeck intends to use this experience to build and launch ALM’s future leaders program, which will provide education and mentoring for individuals embarking on their leadership journey.
“Sarah’s passion and dedication to the industry and association, along with her adept leadership style made her the ideal candidate for the executive director position,” says ALM Chairman Jim Mangini.
“But, her strategic mindset and results-driven approach earned her this promotion to president and CEO. Behind Sarah’s drive, the association is now positioned for unparalleled growth and enhanced member value.”
“I have set ambitious goals for enhancing the value to all members and ensuring the next generation of leaders are well-equipped for success,” says Brobeck. “I’m honored to have the Board’s support behind me as we continue to grow ALM.”
BOARD LEADERSHIP
With ALM’s aggressive strategic plan and rapid growth, the association says its new board leaders assume their role in a defining moment for the association.
“Under Chip’s leadership and with the addition of Liz and Tiffany, I couldn’t be more excited about ALM’s direction,” Brobeck says.
“Visionary leaders like them are what propels ALM to become even more vital in the textile care services landscape as the premier resource for education and networking.”
"I am deeply honored to ascend to the role of chairman of the ALM Board of Directors,” says Malboeuf. “Building upon the remarkable momentum of the board of directors and the ALM staff, I am committed to advancing our mission and continuing to grow the educational opportunities we offer.
“Together, we will strive to help provide leadership development and industry expertise, ensuring ALM continues to be a beacon of learning and development for all.”
“I am so honored to be able to serve the members of ALM,” shares Remillong. “I am excited to work with Chip and the board on all the fantastic initiatives Sarah and her team have been working on.
“It’s a great time to be part of a wonderful organization and am looking forward to all the future offerings ALM will bring to the industry.”
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