About this Nominee
Aneliese Bard Andrades is the driven founder and proud owner of Carolina Cleaning Services, a highly regarded company that has been serving both residential and commercial clients in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties since its establishment in 1994. Starting from modest beginnings out of the trunk of her car, Aneliese has successfully expanded the business to include a proficient team of professionals and a loyal client base. Through sheer determination, resilience, and unwavering dedication, Aneliese and her team at Carolina Cleaning Services have cultivated a stellar reputation in Wilmington and the neighboring areas. Their exceptional service has been consistently recognized, earning them the prestigious title of Best Cleaning Company by Wilmington Magazine for three consecutive years in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
As a distinguished member of the Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association, Aneliese ensures that her team stays abreast of the latest certifications and industry standards. Carolina Cleaning Services has flourished over the past 28 years into a thriving enterprise, serving a multitude of satisfied customers with the support of a committed team, all while proudly maintaining its local and woman-owned status. The exceptional efforts of the Carolina Cleaning Services team have been acknowledged through various accolades over the last three years, including awards from Wilmington Magazine, Three Best Rate with Excellence, Nextdoor Fave, and a Quality Business Award.
An industry trailblazer, Aneliese achieved significant milestones early in her career, including being the first woman to hold an account manager position in the 1990s. She further made history as the first Brazilian woman to be a finalist in the business category of WILMA's Women To Watch Awards. Since 2017, Aneliese and her dedicated team have been actively involved in charitable endeavors through their partnership with Cleaning for a Reason, a nonprofit organization that provides complimentary house cleaning services to individuals battling cancer.