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Vended Laundry Experience & Service School Hosted By Laundry Pro of Florida

Thursday, Feb 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST

Hyde House Public Studio, 1646 W Snow Ave, Tampa, Florida , 33606, United States

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Thursday, Feb 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST

Hyde House Public Studio, 1646 W Snow Ave, Tampa, Florida , 33606, United States.

Elevate Your Laundromat in 2026

The Laundry Pro of Florida Vended Laundry Experience & Service School

A full day of education, hands-on training, and strategic insight that is built for laundromat owners who want real results.

Laundry Pro of Florida invites you to our Annual Vended Laundry Experience & Service School, a one-day immersive event designed to help you strengthen your operation, improve performance, and plan for sustainable growth in the year ahead.

What You’ll Experience

Service School & Technical Training

  • Live service demonstrations from Dexter Laundry
  • Hands-on learning focused on maintenance, efficiency, and equipment performance

Seminar Sessions

  • Store development & layout planning
  • Operational excellence & workflow optimization
  • Customer experience & retention strategies
  • Marketing that drives measurable results
  • Long-term performance and growth planning

One-on-One Consultations

Dedicated time with the Laundry Pro Service & Solutions Team to address your specific challenges, goals, and opportunities.

Speak directly with trusted vendors who can help your laundry thrive with the right products, services, and support.
 

Networking That Matters

Connect with fellow owners navigating the same decisions you are– creating a peer network that extends beyond the event.

Event Location

About Organizer

Laundry Pro of Florida Organizer name

Laundry Pro of Florida is a family-owned commercial laundry distributor with over 30 years of established industry expertise. As Florida’s premier Authorized Dexter Distributor, our mission is to serve as your trusted business partner, whether you are building a new laundromat, updating an existing facility, or managing a high-capacity linen plant. Based in Lakeland, we provide the guidance, equipment, and technical support necessary to help your business thrive in the competitive laundry market.

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Speakers

Brian has been a leader in the laundromat industry for more than 32 years. His role at CLA gives him the opportunity to teach potential investors about the business and to help laundromat owners become more successful. Brian's passion is the work of the LaundryCares Foundation which leverages the reach and proximity to need of laundromats to deliver early childhood and literacy support in the neighborhoods needing the most help.

https://laundryassociation.org/
About Brian Wallace
President
CLA
Feb 19, 2026
08:45 AM

CLA - State of the Industry

08:45 AM - 09:20 AM
https://dexter.com/
About King Lee
Director of Domestic Sales & Marketing
Dexter Laundry
Feb 19, 2026
09:40 AM

What is Takes to Get Started

09:40 AM - 10:20 AM

An operational artist in the laundry industry, Waleed is dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for every client, regardless of income. While others compete on price and equipment, he has built multiple locations where dignity, service, and community come first, proving that profit and people go hand in hand.

As the founder of Wash Weekly, the Laundry CEO Forum, and Pressed, Waleed shares real-world insights and connects operators who want to do things differently. His mission is to challenge industry assumptions and show that laundry is the art of the experience.

https://waleedcope.com/
About Waleed Cope
Owner/Operator
Laundry CEO
Feb 19, 2026
11:00 AM

Is Great Customer Service Killing Customer Loyalty?

11:00 AM - 11:40 AM

Amy is a founder and CEO with a passion for building service-driven companies grounded in trust and genuine human connection. Her work blends operations, hospitality, and people-first leadership, with a focus on designing systems that make life a bit easier and more enjoyable for those they serve. She founded and now leads Tampa Laundry Company, Alara Executive Assistants, and Mad for Mahj, while staying active in community and board initiatives that support families and local leadership. As a mom, she is especially committed to cultivating organizations that are built to serve with care.

https://www.tampalaundry.com/
About Amy Martinez-Monfort
Owner/Operator
Tampa Laundry Company
Feb 19, 2026
12:45 PM

From Side Hustle to Success: Amy Martinez-Monfort’s Laundromat Journey

12:45 PM - 01:25 PM

Trey Bowden brings over two decades of experience in technology and digital marketing to his current role at SPYNR, where he enriches the laundry industry with AI-driven strategies and transformative digital marketing solutions. His background includes leading IT strategies at Dogfish Head Craft Brewery and managing large-scale tech infrastructures, showcasing his adaptability and depth across various technology domains.

 

Beyond his professional work, Trey explores the intersection of technology and art through his project Ä$CII IIC$Ä, blending AI with traditional artistry to push creative boundaries. A graduate of Wilmington University and Delaware Technical & Community College, he is always seeking new learning opportunities and connections in the evolving tech landscape.

https://spynr.com/
About Trey Bowden
Technology & Operations Manager
SPYNR
Feb 19, 2026
02:20 PM

Using AI and Technology for Laundromat Marketing

02:20 PM - 03:00 PM

Dane Kool is the Technical Support Manager for Dexter Laundry, having stepped into the role in November 2024 after joining the team as a Technical Support Specialist in April 2023. Dane brings a diverse background, including three years in manufacturing operations, five years in commercial construction, and four years in supply chain logistics within the crude oil industry. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Entrepreneurial Studies from South Dakota State University.

 

A proud Fairfield, Iowa native, Dane and his wife returned to their hometown in 2020 to raise their three children. When he’s not at work, you’ll find Dane and his family enjoying time on the golf course or supporting the local high school wrestling team, where he also serves as a coach.

https://dexter.com/
About Dane Kool
Manager of Technical Support
Dexter Laundry
Feb 19, 2026
08:45 AM

Dexter Washers 101

08:45 AM - 09:20 AM
09:40 AM

Dexter Washers 201

09:40 AM - 10:20 AM
10:25 AM

DexterLIVE Demonstration

10:25 AM - 11:00 AM
11:00 AM

Washer Q&A // Ask me anything

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
11:45 AM

Dexter Washer Preventative Maintenance

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
12:45 PM

Dexter Dryers 101

12:45 PM - 01:30 PM
01:40 PM

Dexter Dryer Error Codes

01:40 PM - 02:20 PM
02:20 PM

Dexter Dryers - Ask me anything

02:20 PM - 03:00 PM
03:00 PM

Dexter Dryers - Preventative Maintenance and Troubleshooting

03:00 PM - 03:30 PM

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Sessions on Feb 19, 2026

08:00 AM

Registration & Networking

08:00 AM - 08:30 AMMealNetworking
Sponsors
  • +10
08:30 AM

Welcome to the Vended Laundry Experience

08:30 AM - 08:45 AMOpening
Sponsors
  • +10
08:45 AM
Investment Seminar

CLA - State of the Industry

08:45 AM - 09:20 AMPresenter

  • Brian Wallace

    President

    CLA

Sponsors
Service School

Dexter Washers 101

08:45 AM - 09:20 AM

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
09:20 AM

Networking Break with Vendors

09:20 AM - 09:35 AMNetworkingExhibits
Sponsors
09:40 AM
Investment Seminar

What is Takes to Get Started

09:40 AM - 10:20 AMPresenter

  • King Lee

    Director of Domestic Sales & Marketing

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
Service School

Dexter Washers 201

09:40 AM - 10:20 AM

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
10:20 AM
Investment Seminar

Networking Break with Vendors

10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Sponsors
10:25 AM
Service School

DexterLIVE Demonstration

10:25 AM - 11:00 AM

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
11:00 AM
Investment Seminar

Is Great Customer Service Killing Customer Loyalty?

11:00 AM - 11:40 AMPresenter

  • Waleed Cope

    Owner/Operator

    Laundry CEO

11:00 AM
Service School

Washer Q&A // Ask me anything

11:00 AM - 11:45 AMNetworkingExhibits

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

11:40 AM
Investment Seminar

Networking Break with Vendors

11:40 AM - 12:00 PMNetworkingExhibits
Sponsors
11:45 AM
Service School

Dexter Washer Preventative Maintenance

11:45 AM - 12:15 PMNetworkingExhibits

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
12:15 PM

Lunch & Networking

12:15 PM - 12:45 PMMealNetworkingRaffle
Sponsors
  • +11
12:45 PM
Investment Seminar

From Side Hustle to Success: Amy Martinez-Monfort’s Laundromat Journey

12:45 PM - 01:25 PMFireside Chat

  • Amy Martinez-Monfort

    Owner/Operator

    Tampa Laundry Company

12:45 PM
Service School

Dexter Dryers 101

12:45 PM - 01:30 PM

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
01:30 PM

Networking Break with Vendors

01:30 PM - 01:40 PMFireside Chat
Sponsors
01:40 PM
Service School

Dexter Dryer Error Codes

01:40 PM - 02:20 PMPresenter

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
02:20 PM
Investment Seminar

Using AI and Technology for Laundromat Marketing

02:20 PM - 03:00 PMPresenter

  • Trey Bowden

    Technology & Operations Manager

    SPYNR

Service School

Dexter Dryers - Ask me anything

02:20 PM - 03:00 PMPresenter

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
03:00 PM
Investment Seminar

Networking Break with Vendors

03:00 PM - 03:30 PMPresenter
Sponsors
  • +11
Service School

Dexter Dryers - Preventative Maintenance and Troubleshooting

03:00 PM - 03:30 PM

  • Dane Kool

    Manager of Technical Support

    Dexter Laundry

Sponsors
03:30 PM

Closing Remarks and Raffle Prizes

03:30 PM - 04:00 PMClosingRaffle
Sponsors
  • +11

Who Should Attend?

  • Aspiring laundromat owners
  • Single-store and multi-store operators
  • Owners planning renovations or expansions
  • Operators focused on efficiency, service, and growth
  • Anyone seeking clarity and direction for 2026 and beyond

Why Should You Attend?

No gimmicks, no hype, just practical guidance from people who have been in the field and know the business firsthand. If you’re looking for an event that gives you real answers and a clear path forward, this is it.

You’ll get straightforward insight on how to,
✅ Launch a new store with confidence
✅ Improve and strengthen your current operation
✅ Expand into multiple locations with a solid plan

After the Event

CLA CONNECT LIVE

Join your laundry peers for a relaxed evening of food, drinks, and networking—no presentations, just great conversation. Bring one idea to share! Register by February 12.

CLA Members: $60, Non-Members: $75

WHEN: Thursday, 2/19/26  |  6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

WHERE: Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
4110 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607

Early Registration Bonus

The first 20 registrants will receive a special prize at check-in!
 Register early to secure your spot and take advantage of this exclusive offer.