Myrtle Beach Convention Center Earns GBAC STAR Accreditation: Gold Standard in Biorisk Preparedness
Myrtle Beach Convention Center has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR accreditation, recognized as the gold standard for facility preparedness. Guided by GBAC, a division of ISSA—the worldwide cleaning industry association—the center has implemented rigorous protocols for cleaning, disinfection, and infectious disease prevention.
As the cleaning industry's premier accreditation for outbreak prevention, response, and recovery, GBAC STARTM equips organizations with protocols, expert training, and assessments to handle biorisk scenarios. This verifies that Myrtle Beach Convention Center follows best practices to prepare for, respond to, and recover from outbreaks and pandemics.
“GBAC STAR accreditation assures workers, customers, and stakeholders of proven systems for clean, healthy environments,” said GBAC Executive Director Patricia Olinger. “Myrtle Beach Convention Center's achievement provides third-party validation of its strict biorisk protocols, showcasing its commitment to safe operations.”
To earn accreditation, the center demonstrated compliance with 20 core elements, including standard operating procedures, risk assessments, personal protective equipment, and emergency response measures. Learn more at www.gbac.org.
About Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Experience the exceptional Myrtle Beach Convention Center, a 250,000-square-foot venue—one of the largest on the East Coast—capable of hosting over 80% of U.S. conventions and trade shows. Steps from pristine beaches, shopping, championship golf, entertainment, and dining, it's connected to the 400-room Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel for seamless convenience.
About GBAC, a Division of ISSA
GBAC, a division of ISSA, unites global experts in microbial threat analysis, mitigation, response, and recovery. It offers training, accreditation, crisis management, and consulting to combat biological threats. Services include biorisk assessments, Forensic Restoration®, GBAC STAR accreditation, and certifications. Visit www.gbac.org.
About ISSA
ISSA, with over 9,300 members including distributors, manufacturers, contractors, and cleaners, leads the global cleaning industry. Headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, with international offices, it promotes cleaning as vital for health, environment, and business. Learn more at www.issa.com or call 800-225-4772 (North America) / 847-982-0800.
The GBAC STAR trademark is owned by GBAC Inc. and licensed to ISSA.
