Cleaning firm secures new contract with digital agency

Ethical cleaning company Upbeat Clean is celebrating after securing a new contract with a digital agency.

The social enterprise, which was set up to combine an excellent cleaning service with a supported employment opportunity has secured the deal with Pride Park-based JDR Group.

Established by social entrepreneur Michael Gladwell, Upbeat Clean now looks after the cleaning contracts for more than 30 companies across the city.

JDR Group moved into its offices earlier this year and the firm’s director  Leanne Mordue was looking for a cleaning contractor.

When she heard about Upbeat Clean she wanted to find out more – and the contract was signed soon after.

Michael, who is head of enterprise at Upbeat Clean, said: “We want to turn the cleaning sector on its head by combining offering a good quality cleaning service to local companies with the chance to deliver social transformation for our staff.

“It means that every new cleaning contract we sign is a win-win for everybody.

“It’s great to partner with a local Derby company that understands that, and which is interested in our work, and which has such nice offices for our staff to work in.”

Leanne said: “I just loved Michael’s story and the business ethos behind Upbeat Clean.

“I think all businesses should give back to the community in some way and this was an opportunity for us to do that.

“Our staff love the concept, but the biggest feedback I’m getting from everyone is how clean the offices are.”