Laundromat Insights Podcast

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With great return on investment and simple management, the laundromat business has continued to attract new investors. “Laundromat Insights” strips away the myths and misconceptions and gives you the real story about what it takes to open and run a successful laundromat business. Leveraging industry experts and laundry owners, “Laundromat Insights” will offer valuable insights for those considering opening a laundry and tips to current owners looking to maximize their own return on investment. Along the way, we’ll chat with a few of the leaders who make this industry great and hear their stories.

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EPISODE 32, Think Small

May 02 2024 14 mins

While many new investors want the large square footage locations out of the gate, small footprint stores can be highly profitable. Yumi Ryoo, senior account executive with Alliance Laundry Systems Distribution West Region, joins us to talk zombie mats and small store potential in the Los Angeles market.

EPISODE 31, A Retool Story

Feb 09 2024 25 mins

In this episode we hear from Nick Luzecky, who swapped out his barely broken-in Quantum Gold machines for Quantum Touch to see if it would deliver ROI. Hear what he has to say about this touchscreen upgrade and the impact on premium cycle selection.

EPISODE 30, A Look at Washer-extractor Options

Sep 25 2023 21 mins

Softmount washer-extractors deliver exceptional G-Force to remove more water from loads than most hardmount units. Does that make them the go-to answer for all laundromats? Mike Hand, Alliance’s vice president of North America Commercial Sales, joins us to walk through the considerations.

EPISODE 29, Time Management

Aug 25 2023 31 mins

Whether your laundromat is your primary business or a secondary income source, devoting enough time to management can be challenging. Ann Korhnak is back to share time management strategies to help maximize this finite resource.

EPISODE 28, Acquisition Financing.

May 26 2023 24 mins

With increased competition for locations, often growing your laundromat business through acquiring an existing store can be a solid option. Tina Gough, senior finance sales specialist, joins us to chat about factors to consider in purchasing laundromat and how acquisition financing streamlines the process.

EPISODE 27, The Company you Keep

Apr 21 2023 33 mins

Alliance Laundry Systems, parent company of Speed Queen, has been quite active in the last several years acquiring distributors, as well as reorganizing sales. In this episode, we chat with Craig Dakauskas, Senior Vice President of Americas Commercial, to learn more about Alliance’s recent activities and how they benefit customers.

EPISODE 26, Crafting a Business Strategy Part 2

Mar 15 2023 27 mins

Ann Korhnak, general manager of spare parts at Alliance Laundry Systems, is back for part two of this important topic. We pick up the discussion where we left off last time – stressing the significance of the research phase.

EPISODE 25, Crafting a Business Strategy Part 1.

Feb 24 2023 22 mins

Every business, no matter the industry, needs a business strategy. Without this roadmap, owners are just operating day to day. In part one of this two-part episode, Ann Korhnak, general manager of spare parts at Alliance Laundry Systems, joins us again to share her experience in crafting this important strategy document.

EPISODE 24, Service, Support and Urban Legends

Jan 20 2023 15 mins

Steve Bowie, senior director of North America Commercial Support for Alliance joins us to chat about the company’s approach to supporting laundromat owners, and also touch upon some misinformation that made the rounds last year.

EPISODE 23, Reps, Sets, and Cycles

Dec 16 2022 21 mins

Bryan Donegan is offering his customers the ultimate in multitasking opportunities – a combination fitness club and laundromat. Laundry 24 and 24 Fitness are making an impact from their location just outside the gates of Fort Drum in New York.