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Ana Blanco

2026 Woman of Clean

Ana Blanco

Chief Executive Officer

PSM Facility Solutions

How she shines: Ana is active in business and civic organizations, advocates for workforce opportunities, and engages with her community. She has sponsored Ronald McDonald's Charities and The Children's Home Society. A Trustee and Sponsor to the Chambers of Commerce, she also participates in self- and staff-development programs.

Overall, Ana serves as an example to other women through her work ethic, vision, and drive. She offers employees advancement opportunities, training, and mentoring programs. Her notable accomplishments were even recognized when Aqua Pinecrest Magazine's May 2026 issue featured Ana as its cover story.

Years in the industry: 22 years

Job responsibilities: As CEO, Ana has grown the company exponentially. From a two-man cleaning company to a 150-employee full-service building service contractor serving three states, Ana has led the company through challenges and transitions. From very humble beginnings to her current status as CEO of a still-growing company, Ana's experience is an example of the American Dream. Ana and the company have been honored by elected officials, business, and trade organizations, with her story was even featured in a local business publication.

A graduate of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Entrepreneurial Program, Ana has led with vision, ethical leadership, and honesty. Today, PSM Facility Solutions has been recognized as a leader, and her leadership from the front has earned her a respected opinion from employees, clients, and colleagues. As a Hispanic woman, she has championed women's causes and created a safe and prosperous environment, promoting from within and recognizing talent and dedication.

Career path: From humble beginnings, cleaning homes and working at stores, Ana put her tenacity, vision, and motivation to work. She started a business and cultivated a culture of affordable, reliable, quality, and detailed services—all professionally delivered. This became the company's motto, and is still upheld today in the way Ana and her team conduct business. Being a hands-on leader has allowed her to create job and advancement opportunities, leading to her leadership of a still-growing company at present.

Best advice received: The best career advice Ana has shared is to never give up—to persevere irrespective of what obstacles or others say. She has driven her success by taking advice from employees, other business persons, self-development courses, and life experiences.

Fun fact: Ana is extremely shy and doesn't like to draw attention to herself. She is all about getting it done and does not look for accolades.