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Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast

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Carwash Industry
Car Wash Industry
Customer Experience
Customer Service
Mergers and Acquisitions
Private Equity
Artificial Intelligence
Operational Efficiency
M&A Activity
Carwash Sector Trends
Carwash Show
Community Engagement
Qual Chem
Video Analytics
Carwash Operations
Customer Retention
Interest Rates
Apex Pro Formulators
Partnership
Operational Excellence

Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, created by Professional Carwashing & Detailing magazine, covers industry trends, ideas and strategies that will help make your carwash more profitable. Hear what carwash owners, operators, manufacturers and distributors have to say in our exclusive interviews and audio articles.

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In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Meagan Kusek sits down with Tim Hogue, CEO and founder of Modernwash, to examine the business case for prefabricated carwash building construction and the misconceptions that have long followed ... more

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In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Kyle Alexander sits down with Jordan Rowe of RDM to make the case for remanufactured carwash electronics as a cost-effective, reliable alternative to buying new. RDM has served the carwash indus... more

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In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Meagan Kusek sits down with Kendra Johnson, chief experience officer for the International Carwash Association, for a conversation from the floor of The Car Wash Show™ in Nashville. Johnson shar... more

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In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, Jeff Pavone from Amplify Capital Group joins host Kyle Alexander to break down the forces shaping today's deal environment — and why the second half of the year is poised for a significant rebound. P... more

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Jordan Rowe
Representative of RDM
RDM (Remanufactured Carwash Electronics)
Episode: Episode 269: The case for remanufactured carwash electronics with Jordan Rowe
Kendra Johnson
Chief Experience Officer
International Carwash Association
Episode: Episode 268: Inside the ICA: Kendra Johnson on the energy and growth of The Car Wash Show™
Jeff Pavone
Partner at Amplify Capital Group; discusses carwash M&A
Amplify Capital Group
Episode: Episode 267: Carwash M&A: Deal trends and bold predictions with Jeff Pavone
Steve Gaudreau
Founder/Principal, Brink Results
Brink Results
Episode: Episode 266: Keys to getting over 5,000 unlimited wash club members per location with Steve Gaudreau - audio
Ryan Molinelli
Executive at Qual Chem, discussed Evergreen line
Qual Chem
Episode: Episode 265: Inside Qual Chem’s new Evergreen carwash chemical line
Joseph Moldovan
Executive at Qual Chem, discussed Luminaura and beading/repellency tech
Qual Chem
Episode: Episode 265: Inside Qual Chem’s new Evergreen carwash chemical line
Aaron McGee
Representative from Interface Systems
Interface Systems
Episode: Episode 264: Using carwash video analytics to drive growth with Aaron McGee
Michael Pelikan
With Retention Express, focuses on AI-driven customer retention and data analytics for carwashes
Retention Express
Episode: Episode 263: Unlocking carwash customer retention through AI with Michael Pelikan
Ron Wittich
Representative of Cincinnati Fan
Cincinnati Fan
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Why Carwash Dryers Matter: Efficiency and Cost Savings | Cincinnati Fan

Hosts

Kyle Alexander
Host of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast and related series within Professional Carwashing & Detailing magazine; focuses on industry trends, operator tips, and market insights.
Brian Ankney
Co-host and editor/facilitator on industry-focused carwash conversations; frequently leads executive spotlight and operational discussions.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • A great resource!

    Wash Talk is a great resource for carwash owners and operators looking to improve their business! You get both great insights into the state of the industry and actionable tips you can implement today. Meagan is a fantastic host who leads fun and engaging interviews with her guests on the interview episodes. Highly recommend tuning in!

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Provides practical, actionable tips for carwash operators.
Offers industry benchmarks and real-world examples for growth and retention.
Brings expert guests across tech, ops, and marketing.
Hosts curate a mix of supplier, operator, and association perspectives.

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Episode 269: The case for remanufactured carwash electronics with Jordan Rowe
Q: Could you explain the TCS2 line and its role in Tunnel Watch, including how you test and verify system integrity before shipping?
TCS2 acts as the brains of Tunnel Watch, coordinating conveyors and belts, while a new in-house tester simulates an entire wash to validate every board before it goes back, ensuring overall system reliability.
Episode 269: The case for remanufactured carwash electronics with Jordan Rowe
Q: How does having technicians specialize in remanufacturing carwash technology affect the final product for operators?
Specialized technicians recognize common failure points and test for those issues, enabling remanufacturing to a higher standard and delivering more reliable, industry-focused parts.
Episode 269: The case for remanufactured carwash electronics with Jordan Rowe
Q: First things first, what industries does RDM serve besides carwash and how did your involvement with carwash begin?
RDM started in the petroleum sector and also works with medical equipment and laundry, with a Denver acquisition that gave them a foothold in carwash, allowing a smooth expansion into remanufactured carwash electronics.
Episode 266: Keys to getting over 5,000 unlimited wash club members per location with Steve Gaudreau - audio
Q: What's your goal with the Unlimited Wash Club Sales Matrix and how can it help operators?
The matrix measures performance across 12 areas, allowing operators to compare themselves to industry benchmarks (low, medium, high) and target improvements in memberships, pricing, sales process, churn, promotions, goals, member contact, staff, and KPIs, ultimately helping them grow memberships and profitability.
Episode 265: Inside Qual Chem’s new Evergreen carwash chemical line
Q: What does the modern-day carwasher need every day, from the day-to-day, that this new line of products is built around?
Key needs are reliable foam for perceived cleanliness and safe, simple usage; Evergreen provides effective cleaning via surfactants while being easy to rinse with low water usage and non-corrosive in a compact packaging format.

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What is Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show targets carwash operators, owners, and industry professionals with a mix of operational how-tos, technology case studies, and market trends. Episodes frequently cover membership programs, retention strategies, data-driven marketing, and equipment/ops improvements from suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers. A notable strength is its ability to bring real-world operator examples together with expert vendors, industry associations, and OEMs to translate insights into actionable tactics. Listeners likely value practical benchmarks, new products, and strategies to differentiate in a crowded market, from AI-driven customer experiences to energy-efficient equipment and data-enabled pricing. The format seems well-suited for opera... more

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1. Jordan Rowe
2. Kendra Johnson
3. Jeff Pavone
4. Steve Gaudreau
5. Ryan Molinelli
6. Joseph Moldovan
7. Aaron McGee
8. Michael Pelikan

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