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Navigating Generation
July 1, 2013
9 minute Read
Following on the heels of Generation X, a group born after the post-World War II baby boom, comes Generation Y, also known as the...
Read MoreCompany Culture is King
July 1, 2013
6 minute Read
When your employees are off the clock, spending time with friends and family, what are they saying about your company? Do they say it’s a...
Read MoreTrue Recognition … More than a Check
July 1, 2013
5 minute Read
Money is the root of all evil … I’m sure you’ve heard that saying before and it begs the question, if there’s any semblance of truth to...
Read MoreThe Word is Out
July 1, 2013
2 minute Read
The International Carwash Association’s WaterSavers program continues to see momentum in its marketing and public relations outreach...
Read MoreOne to Watch — Rise of the Colombian Car Wash
July 1, 2013
4 minute Read
Over the last few years, much of South America has been trying to keep its head above water as it weathers the global recession — but not...
Read MoreAsk Champ - Fall 2013
July 1, 2013
2 minute Read
It seems like these days that anyone can get online to disparage your business while hiding behind an online identity. I try to keep up,...
Read MoreFocus on a Member - Fall 2013
July 1, 2013
4 minute Read
Will Walters
Laguna Auto SpaAurora, Ill.
Q: Tell us about your business.
A: We are a beach-themed, full-service car wash and detailing...
Read MoreThe Evolution of Philanthropy
July 1, 2013
5 minute Read
Corporate charitable contributions dipped during the recession, but they’re on the rise again, according to Maureen O’Brien,...
Read MoreA Whole New Talent Pool
July 1, 2013
7 minute Read
In 2001, Gene Krahenbuhl bought a rundown carwash in Kansas City, Mo. He renamed it All Seasons Car Wash and invested serious money to...
Read MoreMeet the Board - Brian Gleason
April 2, 2013
3 minute Read
BRIAN GLEASON is serving in his third year on the ICA board of directors. Gleason is vice president for sales and marketing at PECO Car...
Read MoreBlast from the Past - Summer 2013
April 2, 2013
4 minute Read
As a continuing feature to CAR WASH Magazine, we will occasionally provide excerpts from The Great American Car Wash Story. Former ICA...
Read MoreTraits Successful Leaders Possess
April 1, 2013
2 minute Read
Improving leadership skills allows for advancement within a company and increases the performance of those you work with. Patrick Donadio,...
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