– as diasporan investor brings eco-friendly cleaning business home

GUYANESE are widely known for their warmth and hospitality, but many from the diaspora are also proving to be enterprising and forward-thinking, choosing to return home and invest in the country’s growth.
One such example is Shellon Morian, a Guyana-born entrepreneur who has brought her successful US-based cleaning business back to its roots.

Morian is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Shelly’s Organic Residential and Commercial Cleaning Company (R&CC), a company she established in 2015 in the United States.
Last Saturday, she officially launched its Guyana operations, in collaboration with Master’s Touch Environmental Services and Supplies Inc.
Reflecting on her journey, Morian shared that she migrated from Guyana to Barbados at age 14.

At 17, she met Lancelot Myers, CEO of Master’s Touch, who offered her an opportunity to work within his company. It was there she gained valuable skills that helped shape her future.
Her strong foundation in Barbados prepared her for a career in the environmental services sector, when she later moved to the United States in 2000.
Morian went on to work at the St. Barnabas Medical Centre, where she remained employed for 14 years.

Driven by a passion to bring her company home, Morian said she aims to provide high-quality, organic cleaning services in Guyana, prioritising quality over quantity and offering a strong, professionally trained team that is eager to get the job done.

Human Resource Director of the company, Julicea Wilson, shared that Shelly’s Organic has evolved into a reputable cleaning service provider in the US, with a strong emphasis on customer service and environmental sustainability.
Through hard work and dedication, the company now boasts over 150 clients across several states.

The company has three main pillars: Eco-friendly cleaning (using organic, non-toxic cleaning products that are safe for children and pets and don’t compromise on effectiveness), versatile cleaning solutions, and customer satisfaction, (prioritising client satisfaction by providing reliable, high-quality cleaning services tailored to each customer’s needs).

“With a team of approximately 40 skilled professionals, we provide high-quality, eco-friendly cleaning services that ensure a safe and spotless environment for our clients.
“All that I’ve told you today is what Shelly’s Organic is bringing to the cleaning industry. We look forward to a bright future in partnership with the citizens of Guyana,” Wilson said.
Meanwhile, Executive Director of the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG), Oslyn Kirton, in her remarks, underscored that health and safety in the tourism industry is a critical matter.

She said that in Guyana, there is a need to shift mindsets around these issues starting with children, who can influence their parents to adopt better practices.
Commending Morian’s initiative, Kirton stated, “We’re talking about sustainability and we’re talking about a green Guyana; and this will contribute to a green Guyana.”

She described the launch as the beginning of a new chapter, filled with fresh opportunities and meaningful partnerships, and a step forward in Guyana’s growth and commitment to green enterprises, sustainable development and service excellence.

These, she highlighted, are values that align deeply with the vision of THAG. Furthermore, she said THAG understands that cleanliness, health and safety are not optional in the tourism industry, but are fundamental.
She noted that for visitors choosing accommodation, tour operators, or dining experiences, hygiene standards and environmental responsibility are often deciding factors.

“With the planet focused on organic, eco-friendly cleaning solutions, we are seeing the rise of a service that not only meets industry standards, but elevates them,” she affirmed.
“This is the kind of innovation and leadership we need more of in tourism-supporting services.”

Kirton added that by offering environmentally friendly cleaning, Shelly’s Organic and Master’s Touch are directly supporting the tourism industry’s ability to meet high visitor expectations while reducing environmental impact.

In addition to residential and commercial cleaning, Shelly’s Organic does medical-facility cleaning, as well as specialised cleaning (inclusive of moving in or out, deep cleaning, and post-construction cleanup).
For more information, persons can call 664-5648 / 654-7376, email ShellonM@ShellysOrganic.com, or find the company on social media: Instagram: @ShellysOrganic Facebook: Shelly’s Organic Home Cleaning.