CAR WASH Podcasts

In this episode, we had the chance to talk to Andy Agostini, one of the driving forces in the extreme growth happening under the Magnolia Wash Holdings organization. We hear about the organization's approach to building out their brands, creative ways they are segmenting the brands, and how they are working to maintain a people-first culture that makes people excited about a career in the professi...

In this week's episode we catch up with Spot AI co-founder and CEO Tanuj Thapliyal. Thapliyal is bringing an entirely new perspective to the industry when it comes to what's possible with ... video as data.  We know that all kinds of fascinating things are possible with our business if we leverage data, but what happens when we start thinking about the increasing number of video cameras in ou...

In this episode we talk to Jay Wyatt, Dr. Scott Spore and Joe Landin about the aggressive growth and outstanding commitment to community at Mighty Wash.  Celebrating its 10th year in business, the organization has accelerated in the last couple of years and is creating something special.

Erin Noonan joins us from G&G LED to talk about the evolution of LED lighting, and all the things that are possible with today's lighting technology. If you're looking for creative ways to differentiate your wash experience, and bring new life to your site, this is the episode for you.

In a recent study, more than 76% of consumers use a professional car wash. But, only 39% know the name of their car wash.  The question then, is how much does your brand matter? Is that a giant opportunity, or a huge waste of energy? Should you just slap car wash on your building and call it a day? Listen in as we make a case for the importance of brand with Alivia Gleason from Mr. Shine, Jus...

Get a look at what's new, and what you can expect, at this year's The Car Wash Show™ in Las Vegas, Nov. 15-17. Learn about some of the vendors on the floor this year, hear from ICA CEO Eric Wulf, VP of Partnerships Carrie North, and more as you get the inside scoop. 

This week Natasha Toffoli joins us from Canada's Bubbles Car Wash to share her story. We'll discuss their indoor greeting and detailing area, hear how they have created a system without appointments, and learn why they created a second story detailing operation. This story is all about service ... Full Service.

Today we’ve got an exclusive conversation for you between ICA CEO Eric Wulf, and the newest Chairman and CEO of Mammoth Holdings, David Hoffman. Hoffman was previously with Dunkin’ Brands as President, Dunkin’ U.S., overseeing all operations, marketing and development for the brand domestically. He was appointed to CEO in July 2018, where his responsibilities expanded to include Baskin–Robbins, as...

We were in town to get ready for The Car Wash Show 2021, and stopped by Terrible's to see how Scott Horner is approaching the increasing competition in their business. We talk unmanned tunnels, and a little in-bay action for you as we hear how this industry stalwart is staying relevant in their region.

Today we're having a conversation with Amplify's Jeff Pavone around what’s happening in the industry, what people in the industry need to be ready for, and how we can make sure we’re all ready for the future. Plus, we go down a rabbit hole around the concept of growing, or exiting ... and what should you be doing? It's not an easy thing to work through, that's for sure.

We've got a fun conversation planned for you this week with one of the scheduled speakers at The Car Wash Show in Las Vegas in November. We're talking customer experience, and how today's consumer is changing, and what you can do to make sure you're keeping them at the center of your business. Chip R. Bell is a renowned keynote speaker and the author of several award-winning national and internati...

In today’s episode, we’re sharing a previously unheard interview from one of our visits to WaterWay Car Wash. We chatted with Cathy Hemp, Marketing Manager, about her path to car washing, and what keeps her coming back every day … for more than 18 years. It’s a fantastic story about the power of a great company culture.

What if your business could be positively positioned to hundreds of thousands of potential customers? That’s the allure of influencer marketing. Attach your brand to someone who has a following, someone who is a trusted voice and ambassador. In today’s show, we’re going to talk about ways you might be able to tap into that … and whether it’s something you should be trying to tap into.

Richard Branson just successfully flew into space. He's not an astronaut. Let that sink in.   That was a grand dream he had from his youth, and he spent a lot of energy, and had some luck along the way, to achieve it.  But guess what? Everybody has dreams, big and small. And today we're learning about a unique program in place at Valet Car Wash in Canada that is helping employees achieve...

Today we’re getting into grand openings, or re-openings depending on what you’re up to with your business. Fact 1: There is a recipe you should follow that will make grand openings easier for you, and beneficial for your business Fact 2: Like any great recipe, the magic that will take you to the next level is in your ability to adapt, and season, and make it unique to you! Today we have a phenomen...

George Hobson from Brown Bear, Alex Paisner from ScrubaDub and Chris Presswood from Mammoth Holdings (Finish Line) share their tips and approaches to hiring to help you stand out in a challenging labor market. Brown Bear has been in business for nearly 65 years and operates 49 locations in the Northwestern U.S. ScrubaDub has been in business for 65 years and operates 20 locations in the Northeaste...

In this episode, we're talking to Megan Ragsdale, Chief Operating Officer for Soapy Joe's in San Diego. She's giving us keys to tapping into a giant population of potential candidates for your business - women. Some 25% of women left the workforce during COVID, and now many will be looking to return. So what do we need to be doing to make sure our businesses are setup to attract, develop, and reta...

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Caleb Box, from Red’s Car Wash in Alabama. Caleb took on a challenging renovation, and has turned the wash into an experience you just have to … well … experience. This wash has light shows running into the evening hours to serve as marketing outside of business hours, and has a spectacular ceramic tunnel within the tunnel. Caleb shares his lessons learned, and...

In this episode, we're helping you figure out exactly what you should be doing when it comes to churn in your unlimited clubs. How do you know what data to watch? What's normal? What's aspirational? How do you keep it down? Is discounting the only way to win-back customers? We get into it with Jason Baumgartner from Suds Creative, Anne Mauler from Soapy Joe's, and Nick Lopez from Bubble Bath Car W...

In this episode, we talk to Ryan Essenburg, President and Chief Innovation Officer of Tommy's and Andrew VanWylen Vice President of Engineering and Operations. We get some insight into the path Tommy's is taking from a franchise perspective, and why they think it's the right path forward for them. We hear some of the origin story of this well-known industry name, and get a little peak into the fut...

In today’s episode, we’re talking with Luke Bathel from Rinse n Ride in Arizona. Luke owns 5 locations, and while he would love to keep growing the business, this isn’t a story about that kind of growth. For Luke, the passion comes in cultivating the Rinse n Ride team. He comes at the business with a mission to serve and to lift people up, and to provide practical skills to those who work at Rinse...

We all know, that, In the last few years, the car wash industry has been growing and consolidating with increasing speed, and a big part of that has been the growing presence of private equity interests in the industry. And we’re seeing it on both the operator and supplier sides of the industry. The reality though, is that the professional car wash industry does remain a highly fragmented industry...

You want to spend less time, creating more valuable content, that drives customers to your business. Let's do it! Join our experts today to talk about which platforms you should be on, and how to manage the chaos. Beth Martin from Express Wash Concepts, Sam Sousa from All American Express, and Wade Keith from Breeze Thru Car Wash join us to share their marketing knowledge!

In this episode we learn how Willy Beumer made the choice to go cashless at his wash, and we get tips on how to double your unlimited monthly plan sign ups with a single small tweak.

In this episode we’re talking to Tyler Slaughter from Camel Express. We get his personal story and we get great insight into how they keep their talent bench full and live by the mantra of two positions ahead. Plus, get insight into Tyler’s commitment to process, team building, and giving back to the car wash industry.