Cleaning Industry Leaders Won Visionario Award
Dallas entrepreneurs Nancy Galván and Veronica Vidal were honored for their business growth in the cleaning sector.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Home Cleaning
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In September 2026, ISSA VEO recognized Nancy Galván and Veronica Vidal with the Visionario Award for their leadership in the professional cleaning industry. The honor highlights the entrepreneurial growth of two founders who built successful companies from the ground up.
Why it matters
These business models provide essential services for the commercial and residential maintenance sector across the Dallas-Fort Worth region and beyond. Their recognition underscores the significant operational scale achieved by localized service providers.
Nancy Galván has grown Unica Enterprises over 20 years into an 8(a)-certified federal contractor with 200 employees. Her firm currently serves the Dallas-Fort Worth region and Oklahoma.
The players
Nancy Galván
Founder and CEO of Unica Enterprises who grew her cleaning company from a side business into an 8(a)-certified firm over two decades.
Veronica Vidal
Founder and CEO of Custom Cleaning and Management Services, a firm providing maintenance services across Texas, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
ISSA VEO
An industry organization that advocates for growth, education, and opportunity within the professional cleaning sector.
The details
Nancy Galván launched Unica Enterprises nearly two decades ago by focusing on cleaning commercial properties, eventually scaling into a large-scale federal contracting operation. Veronica Vidal, who founded Custom Cleaning and Management Services, established her firm by cleaning individual houses before expanding her service reach into Florida and Washington, D.C. Vidal is currently working to diversify her company's footprint by launching dedicated industrial and medical cleaning divisions.
Timeline
Nancy Galván launched Unica Enterprises 20 years ago.
The Visionario Award was presented in September 2026.
The Home Front
The recognition of these leaders highlights the increasing professionalization and scale of the modern cleaning and facilities-management industry. Many successful firms now mirror the trajectory of Unica Enterprises by shifting from local residential cleaning to large-scale commercial contracts.
When evaluating contractors for your own home or business, look for companies with established longevity and professional certifications. These indicators often suggest a higher level of staff training and organizational accountability in the services provided.
The takeaway
The success of these firms serves as a reminder to vet service providers based on their operational history and industry credentials. For future residential cleaning needs, verify that your chosen provider is bonded and insured to protect your property and family.
Further reading
For tips on finding high-quality maintenance services in your area, visit the Home Cleaning section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ISSA | The Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association.
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