The American Laundry News Podcast
American Laundry News
Conversations about the commercial laundry industry.
Episodes
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Dec 20, 2018 • 9min
Laundry Productivity Secrets Revealed
Jon Witschy, sales manager for data technology company Spindle, reveals ways laundries can enhance productivity today and in the future.
Nov 20, 2018 • 9min
Sheets, Towels and More: A Look into Hospitality Laundry/Linen Services
In this episode, Phil Jones, director of laundry for Sheraton Vistana Resort in Orlando, offers his view of hospitality laundry, from its challenges to its future.
Oct 23, 2018 • 12min
Behind Bars: Correctional Facility Laundry Operations
Todd B. Jenson, laundry supervisor at the Ramsey County Correctional Facility in Minnesota, talks about the challenges and rewards of jail laundry operations.
Sep 18, 2018 • 15min
Five Decades of Laundry Services
Richard Warren retired earlier this year after 53-plus years in the industry. In this podcast, he shares some observations and insights from his career.
Aug 21, 2018 • 10min
Panel of Experts: Richard Engler, JPS Health Network
Richard Engler, textile processing department manager for JPS Health Network in Fort Worth and a Panel of Experts author for American Laundry News, talks about his life in laundry services.
Jul 17, 2018 • 16min
Tariffs, Trade Wars and Laundry/Linen Services
David Potack, president of Unitex, offers his take on what’s happening with the enactment of tariffs on some foreign goods.
Jun 19, 2018 • 8min
Columnist at Large: Meet the Man Behind the Words
Get to know Eric Frederick, who has written for American Laundry News for more than 30 years and spent 44 years in the industry.
May 14, 2018 • 14min
Modern Marketing Secrets: Making Effective Use of Online, Social Media Opportunities
Dianne McKay, owner and president of Mustang Marketing, shares how laundry/linen services can up their online marketing game.
Mar 16, 2018 • 13min
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Essentials for Laundry/Linen Services
Catherine Varosy, a Block Advisors bookkeeper-enrolled agent/master tax advisor, discusses the new tax law.
Jan 22, 2018 • 16min
Healthcare Laundry Today: Cleanliness, Quality, Mergers and More
Randy Bartsch, President and CEO of Ecotex Healthcare Laundry Services, sheds light on the evolving landscape of the healthcare laundry industry. He discusses the vital importance of infection control and quality standards. Bartsch highlights the emergence of alliances among providers, aimed at enhancing collaboration and innovation amid market consolidation. He also addresses significant challenges like labor shortages and rising costs, while emphasizing the critical role of communication in ensuring linen safety during emergencies.
