Jane Cesino: Winner – Women Leader in Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services | International Women Awards 2026
- Great Companies
- Jun 22
- 4 min read
The 8th International Women Awards 2026 by Great Companies celebrates women leaders who are building successful businesses while creating meaningful impact within their communities.
Among this year’s distinguished winners is Jane Cesino, Founder and Owner of Star Maids Cleaning Solutions, honored as Winner – Women Leader in Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services.
Based in Maryland, USA, Jane has transformed a small family-driven venture into a trusted cleaning company that has served thousands of households and businesses while creating employment opportunities, supporting charitable initiatives, and making a lasting difference in the lives of clients and communities.
Company Overview
Founder: Jane Cesino
Business: Star Maids Cleaning Solutions
Location: Sandy Spring, Maryland, USA
Founded: 2011
Category: Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services
Industry: Professional Cleaning Services
Website: https://www.starmaidsus.com
Creating Cleaner Homes and Stronger Communities
Star Maids Cleaning Solutions is a family-owned and operated cleaning company serving residential and commercial clients throughout Montgomery and Howard Counties in Maryland.
The company offers:
Residential Cleaning Services
Commercial Cleaning Services
Recurring House Cleaning
Move-In & Move-Out Cleaning
Deep Cleaning Services
One-Time Cleaning Services
Yard Waste Cleanup Services
For more than fifteen years, Star Maids has built its reputation on delivering dependable, high-quality cleaning services while helping families and businesses enjoy cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable environments.
More Than a Cleaning Company
What makes Star Maids unique is its philosophy that cleaning is ultimately about people.
While many businesses focus solely on completing a task, Jane has built a company centered on relationships, trust, and service.
The company's success is driven by:
Exceptional Customer Service
Consistent Quality Standards
Professional Training Programs
Strong Team Culture
Reliable Communication
Long-Term Client Relationships
Many customers remain with Star Maids for years because they know they can depend on the team to deliver quality service with professionalism and care.
Jane believes that when employees feel valued and supported, clients naturally receive a better experience.
Building a Business from the Ground Up
Jane's entrepreneurial journey began with a simple but powerful goal: to support her family's income while creating opportunities for others and serving her community.
Starting with limited resources, she built the business from the ground up through hard work, determination, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
What began as a small cleaning operation gradually evolved into a respected company that now supports multiple employees and serves thousands of clients annually.
Her leadership journey has taught her that success is not only about business growth but also about creating opportunities, empowering others, and making a positive impact wherever possible.
Leading with Faith, Purpose, and Service
One of Jane's greatest strengths as a leader is her commitment to serving others.
Her work extends well beyond cleaning homes and offices.
Through initiatives such as Cleaning for a Reason, Star Maids provides free cleaning services to cancer patients, helping reduce stress for families facing difficult health challenges.
The company is also involved in:
Supporting local schools
Assisting church communities
Community development initiatives in Africa
Educational support programs
Humanitarian outreach projects
Through these efforts, Jane has demonstrated that business can be a powerful force for compassion and positive change.
Overcoming Challenges with Resilience
Like many entrepreneurs, Jane faced significant obstacles throughout her journey.
As an immigrant woman building a business in a highly competitive industry, she had to learn every aspect of entrepreneurship while simultaneously managing family responsibilities, employees, and client relationships.
She also navigated:
Economic uncertainty
Staffing challenges
Business growth pressures
Work-life balance demands
Personal family health struggles
One of the most difficult periods came during her husband's long battle with kidney failure and dialysis treatment.
Rather than allowing adversity to define her path, Jane used these experiences to strengthen her resilience, deepen her faith, and become an even stronger leader.
Each challenge became an opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
Building Trust Through Excellence
Today, Star Maids is recognized not only for its cleaning expertise but also for its commitment to trust, integrity, and professionalism.
The company has earned hundreds of five-star reviews and built a loyal client base by consistently delivering exceptional results and outstanding customer care.
Clients choose Star Maids because they know they are partnering with a company that genuinely cares about:
Quality Service
Reliable Results
Customer Satisfaction
Employee Wellbeing
Community Impact
This combination of professionalism and heart has become the foundation of the Star Maids brand.
Advice for Women Entrepreneurs
Jane shares valuable advice for aspiring women entrepreneurs:
Believe in yourself before others do
Take action even when conditions are not perfect
Learn continuously throughout your journey
Build strong relationships and networks
Stay resilient during difficult seasons
Lead with integrity and purpose
She emphasizes:
"Do not wait until everything is perfect before taking action. Start where you are, learn continuously, and keep moving forward."
Her journey serves as a powerful reminder that success is built through faith, perseverance, and a willingness to serve others.
The Future
Star Maids Cleaning Solutions continues to focus on growth while remaining true to its core values.
Future goals include:
Expanding residential and commercial cleaning services
Creating additional employment opportunities
Strengthening community outreach programs
Supporting more families through charitable initiatives
Continuing to deliver exceptional customer experiences
The vision is simple yet powerful:
To make lives better through service, leadership, compassion, and excellence.
Official Recognition
Jane Cesino has been honored as the Winner – Women Leader in Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services at the 8th International Women Awards 2026 by Great Companies, recognizing her outstanding contribution to professional cleaning services, community impact, servant leadership, and women’s entrepreneurship.
About the Awards
The International Women Awards by Great Companies celebrates women leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators who are creating meaningful impact through leadership, excellence, innovation, and purpose-driven businesses across the world.