As we welcome 2022, we share the collective hope across the Phoenix business community that this year will bring a return to normalcy. However, as a company dedicated to public health and safety in the built environment, we must remain grounded in the current reality.

We are entering the new year facing a difficult truth. The United States recently crossed a tragic milestone, surpassing 800,000 deaths attributed to COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic. Here in Arizona, families and businesses continue to feel the impact of this virus daily, especially with the emergence of highly contagious variants.

At Vaakawi, we believe it is crucial to acknowledge this reality, not to create fear, but to reinforce resolve.

As we move into 2021, the conversation in boardrooms across Phoenix has shifted from "closing down" to "opening up." With vaccine rollouts underway, businesses are tentatively planning their return to the office. However, facility managers are facing a new hurdle: Employee Anxiety.

After a year of working from home, many employees are wary about returning to shared spaces. At Vaakawi, we have identified a major shift in how businesses are utilizing our services to address this fear: the move from "invisible" night cleaning to "visible" day porter services.

As we head into the winter months, the demand for rigorous sanitization in Phoenix workplaces is at an all-time high. At Vaakawi, we are constantly researching and investing in the latest technology to ensure we are providing the safest possible environment for your employees and clients.

In this spirit, we are pleased to announce the addition of Electrostatic Spray Disinfection to our suite of commercial janitorial services.

2020 has been a year of unprecedented change for everyone in the Phoenix metropolitan area. We have all had to adapt, evolve, and find new ways to move forward. Amidst navigating the challenges of the pandemic and ensuring the safety of your facilities, our company has also undergone a significant transformation.

In April, we officially announced that Bacahui Services has rebranded. We are now Vaakawi.