The Laundromat Millionaire Show with Dave Menz

Are you an "Entrepreneurial Nerd" or even just a passionate small business person trying to learn the ropes? If so, this show may be perfect for you. On the Laundromat Millionaire Show, we discuss everything Business, the good, bad and ugly lessons that we've learned. Things we've learned from our success and also from our failure and the growth that occurs when we truly seek it out! Episodes feature Co-host and published Author, Dave "Laundromat Millionaire" Menz along with his wife and sidekick in life, Carla Menz. Dave & Carla share their personal journey in a very transparent and authentic way while also interviewing awesome Entrepreneurs with a goal of pulling their secrets to success out to share with the audience. Simply put, there are no limitations to where Dave & Carla will go in order to Encourage, Inspire and Motivate their audiences to reach the pinnacle of your capabilities and they may even challenge you to push beyond what you thought is possible in your life. Want t

The Laundromat Millionaire Show with Dave Menz is a business podcast hosted by Dave "Laundromat Millionaire" Menz, with 126 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Dave "Laundromat Millionaire" Menz hosts The Laundromat Millionaire Show with Dave Menz, a business show with 126 episodes published.

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  Episode #126

  Unlock the Laundry Industry Tool Vault with Dave & Carla Menz

  Sep 21, 202658 minS7

  Running a successful laundromat takes more than hard work—it takes the right tools and reliable information. In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show, Dave and Carla introduce the new Laundromat Millionaire Tool Vault: a growing collection of practical laundromat business tools created from their real-world experience owning and operating Queen City Laundry. Take a look inside the Tool Vault and discover resources designed to help current and future laundromat owners make smarter, more confident business decisions, including: • DAVE-AI • WDF & Delivery Pricing Calculator • Demographics & Competition Analyzer • Proforma Analysis Tool • Washer Pricing Calculator • Additional tools currently in development Dave and Carla explain what each tool can help you accomplish, why they created the Tool Vault, and how you can join the Laundromat Millionaire Club to gain access. Whether you are evaluating your first laundromat, improving an existing store, setting prices, researching a market, or planning for growth, the Tool Vault gives you practical resources built by experienced laundromat operators. Learn more and join the Laundromat Millionaire Club: https://laundromatmillionaire.com/club-memberships/ Subscribe to The Laundromat Millionaire Show for honest conversations, proven strategies, and practical advice to help you build a more profitable laundromat business. #LaundromatMillionaire #LaundromatBusiness #LaundromatOwners Our Sponsors: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com Alliance Laundry Systems – Huebsch: https://go.huebsch.com/choices Wash-Dry-Fold POS: https://www.washdryfoldpos.com/ Referenced Links: Our website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com Our Club membership: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/club-memberships/ Our Tool Vault membership: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com/tool-vault-memberships/ Presso Drycleaning machine: https://getpresso.com Timestamps 00:00 Episode 126 Intro – The Skool Club & Tool Vault 01:55 Purpose of the Laundromat Millionaire Platform 02:56 Common Questions when Getting into the Laundry Industry 04:59 Connecting Transparently Has Changed 08:57 A New Resource for Private Connections 12:55 Introducing the Laundromat Millionaire Tool Vault 16:39 Tools for Getting into the Industry 17:24 Demographics and Competitive Analysis Tool 19:50 Beyond Just Self-Service Analysis 27:51 Laundromat Deal Quick Score Calculator 32:20 Proforma Analysis Tool 34:22 DAVE-AI Online Interactive Coaching Tool 40:19 Resources for Existing Owners 40:48 Pricing Calculators 44:27 Business Health Scorecard & Deep Dive Tool 48:41 New Tools to Come 53:16 How to Join the Club and Access the Tool Vault

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  Episode #124

  Laundromat Promotions That Drive Traffic with Cat Chalpin

  Aug 19, 202652 minS7

  How do you get customers through the door when you’ve just opened or taken over a laundromat? In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show, Dave and Carla Menz sit down with Cat Chalpin, owner of Pop In Laundry in New York, to talk about her journey into the laundromat industry, acquiring and renovating her first store, building a memorable laundromat brand, and finding creative ways to attract new customers. Cat shares how she balanced a laundromat renovation while working a full-time job, the lessons she learned as a first-time laundromat owner, and the marketing strategies she’s using to grow the business. A major focus of the conversation is laundromat marketing and promotions. Cat discusses creative ways to increase traffic during traditionally slow days and times, including Free Laundry Day promotions and even partnering with other businesses to help sponsor community laundry events. They also discuss the growth opportunities Cat sees in wash-dry-fold (WDF) and laundry pickup and delivery, the importance of creating a strong brand, working with the right laundromat equipment distributor, and using your laundromat to make a positive impact in the local community. If you’re thinking about buying your first laundromat, recently opened a store, or are looking for new ideas to increase laundromat customers and sales, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can put to work in your business. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 – Episode 124 Intro: Cat Chalpin 01:21 – Laundromat Millionaire Newsletter 02:19 – Cat’s Laundromat Industry Obsession & Backstory 04:14 – First Visit to Her Laundromat 05:30 – Journey to Acquiring Her Store 10:02 – Renovating a Laundromat While Working Full Time 11:25 – The Value of a Great Equipment Distributor 12:42 – Creating a Laundromat Brand 13:26 – Store Size and Layout 16:05 – Growing Wash-Dry-Fold & Laundry Delivery 20:43 – Marketing & Promotions for a New Laundromat 25:13 – Advice for Buying Your First Laundromat 27:55 – Mistakes and Lessons Learned 30:42 – Increasing Sales During Slow Days & Times 32:02 – Creative Free Laundry Day Ideas 37:42 – Getting Companies to Sponsor Free Laundry Day 40:40 – Making an Impact in the Community 42:26 – Advice for Veteran Laundromat Owners 47:43 – What’s Next for Cat? RESOURCES MENTIONED: Our Sponsors: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com Alliance Laundry Systems: https://www.huebsch.com/choices Wash-Dry-Fold POS: https://www.washdryfoldpos.com/ Our Guest: Cat Chalpin Socials: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574416064427 https://www.instagram.com/popinlaundry/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/company/pop-in-laundry/ PopIn Laundry: https://www.popinlaundry.com/ Referenced Links: Our website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com HK Laundry Equipment: https://www.hklaundry.com/ LaundroWorks Payments: https://laundroworks.com/ ABOUT THE LAUNDROMAT MILLIONAIRE SHOW The Laundromat Millionaire Show is dedicated to helping laundromat owners, investors, and entrepreneurs build stronger, more profitable laundromat businesses. Hear real-world strategies and lessons about laundromat ownership, marketing, operations, wash-dry-fold, pickup and delivery, acquisitions, renovations, and growing your laundromat business. Subscribe for more conversations with successful laundromat owners and industry experts. #Laundromat #LaundromatBusiness #LaundromatMillionaire

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  Episode #123

  How to Win Government Contracts with Alyssa Mouton

  Jul 29, 202640 minS7

  What does it take to buy your first laundromat—and then grow beyond traditional self-service laundry? In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show, Dave and Carla Menz interview laundromat owner and entrepreneur Alyssa Mouton about her journey into the laundry industry and the lessons she learned while purchasing her first laundromat. The conversation then turns to one of the biggest growth opportunities available to laundry business owners: government laundry contracts. Alyssa shares practical insights into finding and securing government contracts for laundry pickup and delivery services. She discusses how laundromat owners can identify contract opportunities, prepare their businesses to work with government agencies, navigate the bidding process, and build the systems needed to fulfill large commercial laundry accounts. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Alyssa purchased her first laundromat • Challenges new laundromat owners should prepare for • Why government contracts can be valuable for laundry businesses • Where to find government laundry contract opportunities • How to prepare for the government bidding process • What agencies look for when selecting laundry service providers • How certifications and registrations may help your business qualify • Common mistakes to avoid when submitting a government bid • How to price laundry pickup and delivery contracts profitably • The operational systems needed to service large accounts • Why persistence and relationship-building matter when pursuing contracts Whether you currently own a laundromat, operate a laundry pickup and delivery business, or are looking for new ways to increase commercial laundry revenue, this episode offers actionable advice for expanding into government and institutional accounts. Government contracts can create recurring revenue, larger order volume, and long-term growth—but winning them requires preparation, professionalism, and a clear understanding of the procurement process. Subscribe to The Laundromat Millionaire Show for more interviews, business strategies, and real-world advice to help you purchase, improve, and grow a profitable laundromat business. CONNECT WITH LAUNDROMAT MILLIONAIRE Visit LaundromatMillionaire.com for laundromat education, consulting, resources, workshops, and information about the Laundromat Millionaire community. ABOUT THE LAUNDROMAT MILLIONAIRE SHOW Hosted by Dave and Carla Menz, The Laundromat Millionaire Show features laundromat owners, industry experts, and successful entrepreneurs sharing strategies for laundromat ownership, laundry pickup and delivery, commercial laundry, business growth, and financial freedom. #LaundromatMillionaire #GovernmentContracts #LaundryDelivery #LaundromatBusiness #CommercialLaundry #LaundryPickupAndDelivery #LaundromatOwner #GovernmentBidding #SmallBusiness #entrepreneurship Our Sponsors: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com Alliance Laundry Systems: https://go.speedqueencommercial.com/flexibility Cents & LaundroWorks: https://www.trycents.com/ Our Guest: Alyssa Mouton: https://alyssamoutonbrand.com/ Her GovCon Course: https://laundromatlaunchpad.com/interactive-gov-con-course/ Her laundromat: https://www.maytaglaundry59.com/ Referenced Links: Our website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com Curbside Software: https://get.curbsidelaundries.com/ Sam.gov: https://sam.gov/ HigherGov: https://www.highergov.com/contract-opportunity/ Register for Set-Asides on Sba.gov: https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs Timestamps 00:00 Episode 123 Intro – Alyssa Mouton 01:22 Spotlight: Laundromat Millionaire Coaching Services 02:49 Introducing Guest – Alyssa’s Background 05:21 Laundromat Acquisition 06:49 Benefits of Seller Financing 10:18 Alyssa’s Laundromat Deal 13:54 Laundromat Size & Business Model 16:23 Pickup & Delivery Clients 19:11 How to Land Government Contracts 20:27 Invoicing for Government Contracts 24:30 How Alyssa Learned to Navigate Government Contracts 25:01 Alyssa’s Course for Getting Government Contracts 25:50 Making Our Businesses Easier to Find 25:51 Working with Middlemen 27:57 Improving Odds of Getting the Bid & Applying for Set-Asides 30:49 Meeting the Demand 33:49 Security Issues with Delivery to Government Facilities 36:05 Contact Information & Course Details

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  Episode #122

  Delivery Vehicle Selection Secrets with Dave & Carla Menz

  Jul 8, 202658 minS7

  Delivery Vehicles for Laundry Pickup & Delivery: What Every Owner Should Know Choosing the right delivery vehicle can have a huge impact on your laundry pickup and delivery business. The wrong vehicle can cost you thousands in unnecessary expenses, while the right one can improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, and become one of your most effective marketing tools. In this episode, we break down everything laundry delivery operators need to know before purchasing their next delivery vehicle. From cargo space and fuel efficiency to vehicle wraps and must-have features, you'll learn how to make a smart investment that supports long-term growth. In This Episode: How to choose the best delivery vehicle for your laundry pickup and delivery service Cargo vans vs. SUVs vs. minivans: Which is the best fit? The features every laundry delivery vehicle should include How shelving, organization, and interior layouts improve efficiency Why vehicle wraps are one of the highest-ROI marketing investments you can make Expected ROI on a great vehicle wrap Whether you're launching your first pickup and delivery route or expanding an established fleet, these practical tips will help you maximize every mile your vehicles travel. Resources Mentioned Learn more about building a profitable laundry pickup and delivery business. Explore additional training, tools, and resources from Laundromat Millionaire. Connect With Us Subscribe for weekly episodes covering laundromat ownership, laundry pickup and delivery, marketing, operations, profitability, and business growth. Keywords laundry pickup and delivery, laundry delivery service, delivery vehicle, cargo van, laundry business, laundromat business, laundromat marketing, vehicle wrap, fleet branding, delivery van, commercial vehicle, pickup and delivery business, laundromat owner, laundry route, delivery fleet, small business marketing, local marketing, laundry service business, delivery operations, Laundromat Millionaire #LaundryBusiness #LaundryDelivery #Laundromat #PickupAndDelivery #SmallBusiness #BusinessGrowth #VehicleWrap #FleetBranding #DeliveryVan #LaundromatMillionaire Our Sponsors: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com Alliance Laundry Systems: https://go.huebsch.com/operations Wash-Dry-Fold POS: https://www.washdryfoldpos.com/ Referenced Links: Our website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com Cents Software: https://www.trycents.com/ Verizon Connect: https://www.verizonconnect.com/ Timestamps 00:00 Episode 122 Intro – Delivery Vehicles 01:24 Spotlight: Laundromat Millionaire WDF & Delivery Workshops 02:34 Why the Delivery Vehicle Matters, even a Gig Economy 12:01 One Brand or Two? 16:52 Driver Uniforms 20:39 Vehicle Type, Brands & Options 37:11 Driver Monitoring Software 41:12 Wraps & the Marketing Power of Vehicles 52:00 The 3 Key Factors to Consider 53:00 Quantifying the ROI 56:53 Closing Thoughts

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  Episode #121

  Running Stores from a Thousand Miles Away with Steven Nunez

  May 29, 202657 minS7

  They say it can't be done and Steven Nunez proves them wrong running his chain of 4 laundromats remotely from over a thousand miles away! In this episode of The Laundromat Millionaire Show learn his tips and tricks for building and managing a team from afar and whether he recommends for new owners to do it too! Our Sponsors: H-M Company Drain Troughs: https://www.draintroughs.com Alliance Laundry Systems: https://go.speedqueencommercial.com/flexibility Cents & LaundroWorks: https://www.trycents.com/ Our Guest: Steven Nunez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-nunez-79265123/ The Laundry Room Orlando: https://orlandolaundryroom.com/ Referenced Links: Our website: https://www.laundromatmillionaire.com Episode with Charles Measley: https://youtu.be/KS0hQCZ1dGw Timestamps 00:00 Episode 121 Intro – Steven Nunez 01:49 Spotlight: Curbside 2026 Event Discount 02:33 Steven Nunez: A Remote Laundromat Operator 06:23 Building 1st Store & Expanding to 4 09:00 Why Choose a Market 1K Miles Away 12:20 Navigating Construction Challenges Remotely 14:22 Partner & Family Close By 15:01 Building a Team from Afar, Managing Operations and Preventing Theft 23:17 The Future of Payment Systems in the Industry 27:32 Organizational Structure and Employee Roles 28:24 Challenges of Pickup and Delivery Logistics & Whether to Move to a Closed Facility 35:10 Store Sizes & Property Costs 35:52 Finding & Hiring that Key Employee 44:54 Incentives & Bonus Structures 47:19 Order Management and Accountability 48:17 WDF & Delivery Software 49:08 Advice for Newbies 54:21 Steven’s Contact Information

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