Entrepreneur PHENOM Valerie Ross Turns Decades of Ownership Into Purpose-Driven Mentorship
Valerie Ross is a respected Indianapolis-based entrepreneur with more than 33 years of experience in the janitorial and service industry.
She is the founder of Industrial Building Services, a leading janitorial company serving Indianapolis and surrounding areas for over three decades.
For the first 25 years, Valerie personally owned and operated the company, which grew to become one of the largest janitorial businesses in its sector, including large-scale apartment and commercial cleaning services.
In addition to her success in janitorial services, Valerie Ross is a real estate owner and investor, and the owner of a boutique and a barbershop, reflecting her diverse entrepreneurial portfolio and commitment to community-centered business development.
Building on her decades of experience, Valerie operates her motivational speaking and mentorship division, Valerie Lassere Ross, through which she speaks on entrepreneurship, discipline, consistency, faith, and leadership.
Through this division, she also mentors individuals who aspire to own and operate successful businesses, providing practical, real-world guidance on how to start, structure, and grow sustainable ventures.
“Entrepreneurship is possible when you are willing to stay consistent, believe in yourself, and do the work,” says Ross. “My mission is to help others see that ownership and success are achievable, no matter where you start.”
Through speaking engagements, coaching, and mentorship, Valerie Ross continues to empower aspiring entrepreneurs to step into ownership and purpose, using her journey as a blueprint for long-term success.
To follow Valerie Ross and stay connected with her work, you can find her on social media at Valerie Lassere Ross.