LaundromatHowTo.com PodCast Ken Barrett

A successful laundromat requires more than just washer and dryers; it also need strong management techniques and creative approaches to reduce risks and boost productivity.


In this episode, Doug MacMillan, a sales consultant from Alert Labs, talked about how Alert Labs devices can help laundromat owners manage their water problems. Alert Labs works with various properties and buildings to protect them from water leaks and manage their consumption. Over 10,000 structures, including laundromats, are serviced by them in the US and Canada.
 
The experience of Ken Barrett in managing laundromats, emphasizes how critical it is to keep an eye on water usage and deal with problems as they arise. He emphasizes the importance of monitoring water usage and addressing any issues promptly to avoid costly consequences.
 
Visit our website for more details:
Alertlabs.com
LaundromatHowTo.com
 
Contact Doug MacMillan at:
doug@alertlabs.com
 
Contact Ken Barrett at:
Ken@laundromatHowTo.com

Listen as we talk about Steven's entry in the Laundromat business and how he worked with the community to provide some space for local mural.
https://www.facebook.com/Bay-View-Maytag-Laundromat-299682636711364/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestemarie/

The CLEAN Show happens every 2 years. This year it is in Las Vegas from June 5-8, 2017.
There are a number of information seminars put on by each of the show's Trade Organizations. 
Association for Linen Management(ALM)
Drycleaning & Laundry Institute (DLI)
Textile Rental Services Association of America
Coin Laundry Association (CLA)

Don't limit yourself to only the training put on by your organization. Look at the entire list and you may find some future revenue streams or advertising ideas.
http://www.cleanshow.com/

There are many Trade Shows and Open Houses around the US and other areas for Laundromat Owners but some take a different approach. Today we talk with Todd Fener of Laundry Owners Warehouse and learn about the history and the recipients of the Golden Washboard Awards.
 All the winners are listed at LaundromatHowTo.com Just search for Todd.
To get in touch with Todd:
Call - Phone Number: 954-537-1643
Visit - Company Website: lowlaundry.com
 
 

In the February 2017 Edition of American Coin-Op, Laurance Cohen wrote in his column "Goin' With Cohen" about Ken Barrett, his background, how he got into the Coin Laundry Industry and how he runs his stores.
This article was read as an audiobook by professional voice-over artist Chris Abernathy.
For the full article go to AmericanCoinOp.com
 
Links and References: 
American Coin-Op https://americancoinop.com/
Laurance Cohen- Goin With Cohen  goinwithcohen@outlook.com
Goin With Cohen Previous Articles https://americancoinop.com/authors/laurance-cohen-0
Chris Abernathy  AKA Chris Wright abernathyvoice.com   chris@abernathyvoice.com.

A very special podcast as we reach our 50th episode. We look back from our stand-out previous episodes and how it brings so much value to our listeners and co-laundromat owners. Join us as we continue to bring you more episodes in the future. Cheers to the 50th!