PORTCO is CIMS-Green Building Certified

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PORTCO, Inc. has successfully passed its Cleaning Industry Management Standard- Green Building assessment and is hereby awarded CIMS-GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION WITH HONORS.

CIMS-GB certification demonstrates that PORTCO, Inc. has undergone a comprehensive assessment by an independent, accredited CIMS-GB assessor and has successfully demonstrated a commitment to the delivery of environmentally preferable services that are designed to meet customer needs and expectations.

By implementing the CIMS-GB principles into the organization’s operations where requested, PORTCO, Inc. has established its capability to provide green cleaning services and assist customers in achieving points under the LEED-Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance (LEED-EBOM) Green Building Rating System.

Giving Back To The Community

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PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – Everyone needs a purpose in life. PORTCO Inc. is making a difference by employing more than 140 people with disabilities in many different types of services.

Portco President and CEO Mark Wilson and Executive Vice President Belinda Daugherty joined Chris Reckling on The Hampton Roads Show to show how you can help make a difference in the community by donating and getting involved with Portco.

This segment of The Hampton Roads Show is sponsored by Portco Inc. This article originally aired on WAVY.com’s Hampton Roads Show on November 28, 2017.

CELEBRATING CHAMPIONS OF DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT

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(HAMPTON, Va.) — Six local employers’ efforts to hire more individuals with disabilities were recognized Oct. 4 by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services, Peninsula Worklink, SEVA Rapid Response and Peninsula Council for Workforce Development.

 

This year’s champions of disability employment include:

  • AAFES Dan Daniel Distribution Center, Newport News
  • Brevard Achievement Center, Joint Base Langley-Eustis
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg
  • Hampton VA Medical Center
  • Newport News Shipbuilding
  • PORTCO Inc., Portsmouth

 

Gov. Terry McAuliffe recognizes October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Virginia.