The show has now secured twice the number of exhibiting car wash companies of any other German, Italian, or French trade show. Eighty-one companies are confirmed, with attendees representing 42 countries across five continents. Remember, you get complimentary trade show passes with your ICA membership!

Tails were wagging and soap suds were flying last Saturday as Kwik Car Wash teamed up with The Pooch Mobile dog grooming service in an effort to raise funds for Youth and Pet Survivors (YAPS). A total of 40 dogs were washed this year, and over $1,225 was raised at the fourth annual "Dog Days of Summer’ event.

Madison.com A familiar name and its twirling, eight-legged mascot will soon no longer be a part of the Madison car wash scene. The city’s three Octopus Car Wash locations have been bought by Mister Car Wash, the country’s largest operator of car washes. The sale, finalized on June 30, also included two Octopus Car Wash locations in Rockford, Illinois.

OakRidger Employees of Details/Carwash Express in Grove Center are using a different method to protest the injustices of the world — they're washing cars for free.

The Sydney Morning Herald Good leadership is as much about what not to do, as it is about what to do. If you can avoid these five bad business habits, you'll be more efficient, effective and successful.

Forbes For those missed it, The New York Times published a terrific story on Aug. 16 revealing Amazon’s hyper-competitive and pressurized environment workplace. This workplace style works for Amazon, (for now) but it may not work for you. So let’s dispel some workplace myths.

Entrepreneur Made a big mistake? Screwed up? Lost money on your marketing? Welcome to my world. This is what it’s like to run a small business. But don’t worry. You’re not alone. Read on to hear four small business owners share their biggest marketing mistakes.

The Huffington Post Small organizations often have a large problem. Social media have become more important for branding, awareness, engagement and business goals, but one community manager can only do so much.