Modern Car Wash Podcast

Simoniz Northeast Sales Director Al West joins the Modern Car Wash Podcast to provide some insights on how operators can get the most out of the chemicals in their washes. With over 3 decades of experience in the car wash business and 25 years with Simoniz, Al is truly a chemical guru committed to getting operators dialed in.

International Car Wash Association (ICA) Editor-In-Chief and Brand Officer Matt DeWolf joins the podcast, sharing his extensive knowledge on all things marketing. The CAR WASH Magazine Live host covers everything from content strategy to mapping the customer journey to leveraging data, and everything in between. He also previews the The Car Wash Show 2022 and lets us in on a little secret on a soon-to-launch project for the ICA.Additional ResourcesCar Wash The Podcast: https://www.carwash.org/car-wash-magazine/podcastCAR WASH Magazine Live: https://www.carwash.org/car-wash-magazine-liveMore About The ICA: https://www.carwash.org/The Car Wash Show 2022: https://thecarwashshow.com/

Modern Car Wash Podcast's first-ever guest Tom Hoffman Jr. returns! The Hoffman Car Wash CEO discusses the Company's newest express exterior location, as well as what the future holds for Hoffman Car Wash and innovateIT Car Wash Equipment.  

Sudzy Salmon Owner and Operator Jason Woodward discusses how Sudzy Salmon is revitalizing the tunnel car wash industry in Alaska.Watch Jason's interview on Car Wash Magazine Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSkwFvrKy48 

Buying Group Services COO Morgan Williston joins the Mordern Car Wash Podcast to discuss how the N1 Buying Group helps independent operators and suppliers remain independent and still compete with private equity investors.

Express Carwash Managing Partner Nathan Bertsch joins the Modern Car Wash Podcast to discuss Express Carwash's growth, also outlining the process of building and developing new car washes in the rapidly growing industry. 

BlueBird Car Wash President & Founder John Michael Fery joins the Modern Car Wash Podcast, discussing building a brand from the ground up, both literally and philosophically.

Hoffman Development Director of Training Walt Hartl sits down for the latest episode of the Modern Car Wash Podcast, discussing the evolution of training and employee development at Hoffman Car Wash. The New York State Car Wash Association President also previews the 2021 Northeast Regional Carwash Convention in Atlantic City.

A pioneer and an innovator in the car wash industry, Bob Hodge discusses his 50 years in the car wash business. The ICA Hall of Famer covers everything from his start in car wash equipment manufacturing to his love of karaoke.

Hoffman Development Director of Human Resources Mary Ellen Olenyk sits down for the first episode of Season 2 of the Modern Car Wash Podcast to discuss staffing, training, navigating COVID and today's labor market.

Hoffman Development Director of Marketing Kevin Zalaznik shifts from host to guest on the latest episode of the Modern Car Wash Podcast, discussing the always evolving world of car wash marketing.

innovateIT's Director of National Sales & Innovation Shane Groff and Marketing Manager Dan St-Jacques recap their experience at the 2021 SCWA Convention & Expo in Forth Worth.

With over 50 years in the car wash business, Bill Martin, owner and operator of Metro Express Car Wash and founding partner of Amplify Car Wash Advisors, shares his expertise on operational strategy, building successful brands and maximizing business value.

David Melhorn, General Manager of Kleen Mist Car Washes in Central Pennsylvania, sits down for the latest episode of the Modern Car Wash. David discusses operating a family-owned business, satisfying the car wash needs of a rural population and shifting car wash models to address challenges created by COVID-19 and the current labor market.

Justin Alford is at the helm of Benny's Car Wash as it celebrates its 70th year of operation and he sat down for the latest episode of the Modern Car Wash Podcast. Justin is a third-generation owner located in Baton Rouge and is well known throughout the industry. We had the privilege to pick his brain on all things car washing.

In less than one year, Keith McKenna is becoming a car wash industry insider as he attempts to help scale innovateIT Car Wash, putting the most durable and innovative equipment in high-volume tunnels around the world.

AJ Davison (Director of IT at Hoffman Development) discusses his ever-growing field and makes a case that every car wash needs its own IT staff. He also touches on cybersecurity and the future AI has inside the tunnel.

Shane Groff shares parts of his nearly 30 years of experience in the car wash industry and pulls back the curtain on driving innovateIT's product development. Although Shane can be soft-spoken at times, his knowledge speaks volumes.

In the inaugural episode of the Modern Car Wash Podcast. Host Kevin Zalaznik sits down with Owner and CEO of Hoffman Development Tom Hoffman Jr. to discuss a wide range of topics, including operating in the COVID era, building an all-new, high-tech car wash, growing up in the industry, and what's ahead in the near future.