Standard Textile announced the retirement of John Wintz, Group Vice President, in a recent news release. Wintz’s retirement marks the close of a 40-year career dedicated to advancing the healthcare and laundry industries.
Wintz began his career at Standard Textile as a Healthcare Consultant in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and has held a variety of leadership roles supporting partnerships with healthcare systems, commercial laundries, and cooperative laundries nationwide.
In addition to his work with customers, Wintz has been an active contributor to the broader industry. He served in leadership roles with the Textile Rental Services Association (TRSA), the International Association for Healthcare Textile Management (IAHTM), and the Association for Linen Management (ALM), and supported initiatives of the American Reusable Textile Association (ARTA). A respected voice in the field, Wintz has spoken at numerous industry conferences, most recently sharing his expertise at a National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine workshop and the 2024 Techtextil North America Symposium, where he addressed the role of reusable textiles in healthcare.
Wintz earned his MBA from the University of North Texas and consistently brought a strategic and operational perspective to his work.
“John has been a passionate advocate for our customers and our industry,” said Tom Main, Group Vice President, National Accounts for Standard Textile. “His ability to connect with people, solve complex challenges, and deliver meaningful results has earned him lasting trust and respect across the healthcare laundry communities.”
In retirement, Wintz plans to spend more time with his family and focus on giving back through community service.
