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Check out this feature article and video on Utah's Wiggy Wash. We hear from Brent Wignall on how the company's culture plays a big part in success, and what they're doing to make their double tunnel operation shine.

Visit https://www.carwash.org/car-wash-magazine/feature-stories/feature/making-it-happen---double-tunnel-operation-in-utah-shines?utm_source=CWNews&utm_medium=email to view the full article online.

 
Join your peers in the supplier community for an amazing opportunity to reconnect and build new relationships while sampling some of the best bites and brews that Nashville has to offer!
 
THEN, settle in for an engaging, insightful, and professionally facilitated workshop on the opportunities facing the supplier community within the car wash industry. 
 
Come join members of the car wash supplier community at the Supplier Summit Dec. 4 - 5 in Nashville.
 

Visit https://carwash.force.com/s/lt-event?site=a2f0B000000xJPNQA2&id=a3a0B000003QvZxQAK&utm_source=cwnews&utm_medium=email to view the full article online.

 
 
   
This one-day session on Dec. 4 at The Music City Center in Nashville can make all the difference in your The Car Wash Show exhibit experience! 
 
Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a new exhibitor, there is a great opportunity to hear what's new in Nashville this year and connect with your onsite vendors during a "Tradeshow Preview."
 
During the preview, you can meet with show partners to discuss your exhibit install/dismantle needs, book your hotel for The Show, or find a great restaurant in Nashville.
 
PLUS! Earn a priority point for 2020 Booth Selection when you attend.
 

Visit https://carwash.force.com/s/lt-event?site=a2f0B000000xJPNQA2&id=a3a0B000003QvYzQAK to view the full article online.

 
Zep Vehicle Care, Inc.
Industry News
 
   
Palladin Consumer Retail Partners, LLC (“Palladin” or “PCRP”) (pcrp.com) announced today the acquisition of SPLASH CAR WASH (“Splash” or the “Company”) (Splashcarwashes.com) in partnership with Mark Curtis, Chris Fisher, Dan Petrelle and the strong Splash management team.

Visit https://www.carwash.org/car-wash-magazine/car-wash-news/news/2018/11/07/splash-car-wash-palladin-consumer-retail-partners-form-operator-driven-platform to view the full article online.

 

Wild Partners has capitalized on people’s love affair with their automobiles with the Ultimate Shine Car Washes. There are 10 washes located throughout East Tennessee and now into Southwestern Virginia, with the opening of a new location in Bristol.

Visit https://www.citizentribune.com/news/business/wild-partners-expands-car-wash-business-into-virginia/article_c1bc4caa-e01f-11e8-a3d6-1f0477074fe0.html to view the full article online.

 
 
   
Source: Bay Times and Record Observer
Autobell Car Wash employees from the company’s Maryland stores conducted a beach cleanup of Kent Island’s Terrapin Nature Park on Oct. 27, even braving a nor’easter. The volunteers were paid by Autobell for their time and treated to breakfast and lunch by the company.

Visit https://www.myeasternshoremd.com/qa/spotlight/car-wash-employees-clean-up-beach/article_88a857c5-0835-5501-80f9-53cc39450e19.html to view the full article online.

 
 
   
Source: Canton Rep

Brian Krusz, of Strongsville, Ohio, is the new owner of the former Yund's Car Wash in Massillon, Ohio. Krusz is hopeful that the new Sgt. Clean’s Car Wash gets marching to a steady beat in the city’s downtown.

Visit https://www.cantonrep.com/news/20181031/yunds-car-wash-sold-reopens-as-sgt-cleans to view the full article online.

 
Ascentium Capital , LLC
Warsaw Chemical Company, Inc.
Source: PR Newswire
In honor of Veterans Day, Arizona's Jacksons Car Wash will provide free full-service car washes to all active and retired military members, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 12.

Visit https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/valley-car-wash-operator-thanks-veterans-and-military-members-for-their-service-300744882.html to view the full article online.

 
Coleman Hanna Carwash Systems LLC
WEG Electric Corp.
Leadership
 
   
Source: Inc.

General Stanley McChrystal explains how it is that the hardest leaders to work for have the best talent pounding on their door.

Visit https://www.inc.com/leigh-buchanan/stanley-mcchrystal-tough-bosses-loyal-employees.html to view the full article online.

 
Source: Forbes

Productive entrepreneurs and executives make smart decisions about how to spend their time, energy and resources. They also know to what to turn down, and how to do it.

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryancollinseurope/2018/11/06/want-to-become-massively-effective-say-no-to-these-three-activities-immediately/#f8c2ce12e786 to view the full article online.

 
Hydra-Flex Inc.
PDQ Manufacturing
Marketing
 
   
Source: Smart Hustle

From viral videos on social media to impromptu pop-up shop experiences in high-traffic spaces, it’s not only possible but practical to place brand messaging in front of the masses without breaking the bank. Here are some ideas on how to advertise and create brand awareness on a tight budget.

Visit https://www.smarthustle.com/6-tips-for-marketing-on-a-budget/ to view the full article online.

 
Source: Entrepreneur

Every customer will ask the question, how easy is it to do business with you? In his book The Convenience Revolution, customer service expert Shep Hykenh shows six principles that any company can use to disrupt an industry.

 

Visit https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/320624 to view the full article online.

 
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