Laundromat Insights Podcast

EPISODE 34, A Truly Unique Laundromat Story, Part 2

In part two of this series, we learn how Tim’s approach to the business started with the end in mind and a goal of supporting a good cause.

EPISODE 33, A Truly Unique Laundromat Story, Part 1

Newcomer to the industry, Tim Richardson, joins us to talk about his laundromat business, set to open this fall. In part one, we hear about his background, including time as a Los Angeles County Sherriff’s Deputy.

EPISODE 32, Think Small

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.