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🎙️✨ Get ready for a high-impact episode with a founder building massive value in some of the most overlooked corners of the economy: Alex Duta! 🌟

🚀 In this episode, we sit down with Alex Duta, Founder & CEO of Albiware, a technology company transforming how fire and water restoration businesses operate and scale. With a background that blends construction, restoration, software development, and business strategy, Alex is on a mission to build a billion-dollar company by modernizing industries most people ignore—but that power critical infrastructure.

🏗️ Based in Downers Grove, Illinois, Alex brings nearly two decades of hands-on experience. Before launching Albiware in 2020, he founded and led Romexterra Construction, a fire and water restoration company, giving him deep, real-world insight into the operational pain points contractors face every day. That experience now fuels his tech-first approach to solving industry-wide challenges.

💡 In this conversation, Alex shares his entrepreneurial journey—from freelance web developer to restoration operator to SaaS founder—along with lessons on scaling niche industries, leveraging technology, and building systems that actually work in the field. We also dive into leadership, execution, and why the “boring” industries often hold the biggest opportunities.

🧠 With expertise spanning social media, online advertising, JavaScript, and operations, plus certifications including IICRC AMRT, Xactimate Certified Trainer, and Water Restoration Specialist, Alex sits at the intersection of tech and trades—bridging the gap between software and real-world execution.

🎉 Don’t miss this episode packed with insights on entrepreneurship, vertical SaaS, and how to win big by going where others aren’t looking.

🔗 Connect with our incredible guest:📍 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsalexduta🌐 Linktree – https://linktr.ee/itsalexduta

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🎙️✨ In this high-flying episode of Cleaning & Cocktails, we sit down with visionary entrepreneur and industry innovator Mick Lange, 
the Founder and CEO of SkyPro! 🌟

🚀 For over 18 years, Mick has led SkyPro — a St. Paul–based company revolutionizing automated window and exterior cleaning systems. From designing game-changing technology to transforming safety and efficiency standards in building maintenance, Mick has turned a bold idea into a nationally recognized brand that’s helping companies work smarter, cleaner, and safer.

🧠 With nearly two decades at the helm, Mick shares how to:→ Build and scale a business in a highly specialized niche→ Leverage technology to create long-term operational excellence→ Stay innovative in a traditional industry→ Lead a company through growth, change, and evolution with vision and purpose

💡 In this episode, Mick breaks down his entrepreneurial journey — from the early days of SkyPro to becoming a trusted name in automated cleaning solutions. Whether you’re a business owner, facility professional, or entrepreneur looking to innovate within your industry, this conversation is packed with insight, strategy, and inspiration.

🎯 Perfect for founders and operations leaders ready to rethink how they work, embrace technology, and scale sustainably — this episode is your inside look at how to build something that truly lasts.

🌍 Tune in as we explore innovation, leadership, and longevity with one of Minnesota’s most forward-thinking business builders.

Connect with Mick:
🔗 LinkedIn – Mick Lange
🌐 Website – www.skypro.com

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🎙️✨ Welcome back to Cleaning & Cocktails — and buckle up for an insight-packed episode featuring three powerhouse leaders who’ve spent decades transforming the janitorial and building services industry from the inside out! Whether you’re scaling your cleaning company, trying to boost profitability, or simply hungry for leadership gold, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. 🚀

👔 Jordan Tong, Owner of Elite BSC and CEO of Frantz Building Services, brings a dual perspective: coaching contractors nationwide through Elite Business Coaching while also leading a high-performance janitorial company. With a background in civil engineering and a deep understanding of what it takes to scale operations profitably, Jordan shares proven strategies that help BSCs gain freedom, financial control, and focus.

🏢 Brian Lewis, President of Frantz Building Services, is a Six Sigma Green Belt and CBSE with over 25 years of operational leadership under his belt. Known for his customer-first mindset and systems-driven approach, Brian dives into how he builds lasting relationships and fosters a culture of servant leadership across a rapidly growing organization.

💼 Jeff Carmon, Business Consultant at Elite BSC and former VP of Customer Experience at Frantz, is a seasoned executive who’s spent the last decade helping BSCs improve client retention, build high-performing teams, and win big contracts. With a passion for real-world solutions and a 36-year business career that spans finance, healthcare, and cleaning, Jeff delivers powerful takeaways for leaders at every stage.

🎬 In this episode, we break down:
* How to scale your janitorial business with coaching, systems, and clarity
* Lessons learned from leading multi-state cleaning operations
* Creating customer experiences that actually stick
* Real-world strategies to boost profitability and grow smarter

📈 Whether you’re a founder, operator, or team leader, you’ll walk away from this one ready to take action. There’s no fluff here — just raw insight, proven playbooks, and a heavy dose of leadership inspiration. 🏆

🔗 Connect with today’s featured guests:
* Jordan Tong: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-tong-43a22715 | https://www.elitebsc.com
* Brian Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-lewis-541bb1117
* Jeff Carmon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-carmon-8b586041

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🎙️✨ Get ready for an eye-opening episode with one of the sharpest minds transforming the commercial cleaning industry: Caden Hutchens! 🌟

🚀 In this episode, we sit down with Caden Hutchens, CEO of Otuvy (formerly Clean Intelligent), a company on a mission to help building service contractors (BSCs) thrive through data-driven operational intelligence. With more than a decade of experience, Caden has climbed the ranks from Executive Assistant to CEO—proving that grit, growth, and great systems are the formula for industry leadership.

🏢 Based in Provo, Utah, Caden leads Otuvy in redefining what it means to be operationally excellent. With 7 ISSA Innovation Awards under his belt and a reputation for pushing boundaries, he’s empowering contractors to scale efficiently, retain clients, and boost profitability—all while setting new benchmarks for trust and transparency.

💡 In this conversation, Caden shares his personal journey, his leadership philosophy ("If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you"), and how technology is revolutionizing cleaning services. From smart inspections to client relationship management, discover how Otuvy is helping BSCs stay competitive and client-focused in a rapidly evolving industry.

🏒 Outside the boardroom, you’ll find Caden on the ice—either playing hockey or cheering for the Utah Mammoth, the NHL’s newest team. His competitive spirit and love for the game mirror his approach to business: relentless, strategic, and full of heart.

🎉 Don’t miss this powerful episode filled with actionable insights on leadership, technology integration, and raising the bar in commercial cleaning.

🔗 Connect with our incredible guest:
 📍 LinkedIn – Caden Hutchens
🌐 Otuvy – www.otuvy.com

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🎙️✨ In this empowering episode of Cleaning & Cocktails, we sit down with entrepreneur, systems strategist, and community-driven leader Dominique Williams! 🌟

🚀 Dominique is a master at helping business owners scale smarter, systemize operations, and reclaim their time without sacrificing growth. As the President of C&C Cleaning Services, Lexi’s Drink Barn, and Demure Lounge, Dominique leads thriving ventures while mentoring other entrepreneurs on how to step out of daily operations—and into freedom.

🧠 With a no-fluff, all-systems approach, Dominique shares how to:→ Build businesses that run and grow without your constant involvement→ Implement systems that create clarity, consistency, and scalability→ Assemble strong teams with accountability and ownership→ Prepare your company for absentee ownership or acquisition

💡 In this episode, Dominique breaks down how to go from being stuck in the weeds to operating like a true CEO. Whether you're in the cleaning industry, hospitality, or any service-based business, this conversation is packed with real-world strategies to help you regain your time and unlock exponential growth.

🎯 Perfect for founders doing $1M–$10M+ in revenue who feel overworked, trapped in the day-to-day, or ready to scale with purpose—this episode is your blueprint for operational freedom and long-term success.

🌍 Tune in as we explore leadership, leverage, and legacy with one of Indiana’s most intuitive and impactful business builders.
Connect with Dominique:
🔗 LinkedIn – Dominique Williams

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🎙️ On this week’s Cleaning & Cocktails episode, we flip the script and let Drew Larison from Five Door Media take the reins and interview me. We sit down and talk about what this year’s 
Cleaning and Cocktails event in Nashville, TN will be⚡🎸 on how we are bringing operators and innovators to spark real conversations 🔥, build powerful connections 🤝, 
and share proven strategies to scale your business 🚀. Learn directly from industry experts 🎓, uncover growth opportunities 🌱, and enjoy cocktails with purpose 🥂.

This year, we’re diving deep into:
- Sales & Growth Strategies
- Scaling into New Markets
- Reinventing subcontracting 

🔥 And introducing something NEW: The Deal Bar - where we are doing Live Match Making interviews between Primes + Subs 8+ Prime Contractors will host exclusive roundtable interviews with pre-vetted subcontractors for live contract opportunities. 

Real deals. Real connections. We’re having the Subcontractors/Partners prequalify and answer questions and submit required items in order to have a seat at the table. 

We’ll also cover:
- RFP tear-downs powered by AI
- Your Market analysis by vertical/account/contract size
- High-impact networking and community

🎟️ Tickets available now at www.cleaningandcocktails.com

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Thank you Drew for taking the time to help us and spread the word.. You can find more about him and his services
https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewlarison/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fivedoormedia/ 

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🎙️✨ In this empowering episode of Cleaning & Cocktails, we sit down with transformation expert and business liberation coach Angelo Sisco! 🌟

🚀 Angelo is no stranger to success — after building and exiting multiple 7-figure companies (including O’Hare CrossFit), he realized that many founders are stuck on the execution treadmill — constantly busy, but never free. Now, as a BOS-UP Certified Coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Sisco Advisors, he helps business leaders reclaim their time and build companies that can thrive without their constant involvement.

🧠 With a unique approach that blends practical business systems with deep personal development, Angelo shares how to:→ Transform chaos into structured, scalable growth→ Build autonomous, high-performing teams→ Install systems that create clarity and accountability→ Achieve true entrepreneurial freedom — mentally, financially, and spiritually

💡 In this episode, Angelo unpacks how business is a spiritual game — and how aligning your personal mission with powerful systems can create lasting success and fulfillment. From revitalizing struggling teams to helping CEOs take 6-month sabbaticals while their companies flourish, Angelo has done it all.

🎯 Perfect for founders doing $2-10M in revenue who feel stuck, overworked, or ready to evolve — this conversation is your first step off the treadmill and toward a life of intention, structure, and freedom.

🌍 Tune in as we explore leadership, legacy, and liberation with one of today’s most intuitive and transformational business coaches.
Connect with Angelo:🔗 LinkedIn – Angelo Sisco

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🎙️✨ Get ready for an inspiring episode featuring a powerhouse in the facility services industry: John Brady! 🌟

🚀 Join us as we sit down with John Brady, President of St. Moritz Building Services, a company that maintains nearly 40 million square feet across 17 states. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, John brings over two decades of experience in scaling operations, delivering client value, and leading with strategy, integrity, and innovation.

🏢 With deep expertise in leadership, financial performance, and operational excellence, John has held multiple senior roles at St. Moritz, including leading the Commercial Services Group and overseeing services for a massive portfolio of commercial, industrial, and educational clients throughout the East Coast and Midwest.
💡 In this episode, John shares his journey from Account Executive to President, highlighting the mindset, strategies, and leadership principles that helped him grow a team of 1,200+ service and supervisory professionals and expand St. Moritz’s national footprint.

🌍 Discover how John’s approach to environmentally conscious building maintenance and sustainable facility services is redefining industry standards, and how he balances data-driven decision-making with people-first leadership.

🎉 Get ready to be inspired by John's remarkable career path, insights on operational strategy, and his passion for creating clean, safe, and productive environments across the country! 📊

Connect with our incredible guest:🔗 LinkedIn – John Brady🌐 St. Moritz Building Services – www.stmoritzgroup.com🌐 BSInc – www.bsinc.com

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🎙️✨ Get ready for an epic episode of Cleaning & Cocktails Live from Spartan Chemical HQ in Maumee, OH  where we’re sitting down with four industry powerhouses who are driving real change in the cleaning, procurement, and facilities world! Whether you're a seasoned operator or a rising leader, this conversation is packed with insight, strategy, and inspiration from decades of experience. 🚀

👔 Frank Trevisani, Director of Building Service Contractors at Spartan Chemical, has spent over 25 years helping contractors elevate their service through strategic partnerships, top-tier chemical solutions, and operational excellence. From sales leadership to nationwide BSC development, Frank brings a wealth of knowledge—and a passion for helping others win.

📦 Rob Foster, Director of Procurement at Diversified Maintenance, is a supply chain and purchasing mastermind. With experience leading procurement operations across industries, Rob shares how to drive cost savings, improve vendor relationships, and implement smart sourcing strategies to scale sustainably.

🏢 Jason Lee, CBSE, CEO of Lee Building Maintenance, joins us from Frederick, Maryland, where he’s built a thriving commercial cleaning company focused on quality, integrity, and long-term client partnerships. Jason shares his experience navigating growth, leading with vision, and delivering unmatched service in a competitive market.

💼 Thomas Kruse, Chief Development Officer at Marsden Holding, takes us behind the scenes of one of the largest facility services companies in the country. With years of M&A and operational leadership under his belt, Thomas shares how to build teams, manage transitions, and think big while staying people-first.

🎬 In this episode, we dive into:
* Growing national BSC programs with strategy and partnership
* Cutting-edge procurement practices that save money & time
* Lessons from the front lines of leadership and business development
* Building lasting relationships in a fast-moving industry

This is a must-listen for anyone in the facilities, cleaning, or B2B services world. Get your notepad ready—there’s gold in every minute. 🏆
🔗 Connect with our featured guests:
* Frank Trevisani: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franktrevisani
* Rob Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-foster-61614810
* Jason Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-lee-cbse-9038839 | https://www.leebuildingclean.com
* Thomas Kruse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-kruse-0267671b

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🎙️✨ Buckle up for another high-impact episode of Cleaning & Cocktails, where we spotlight two visionary leaders shaping the future of the home services and cleaning industries! This episode is all about scaling smart, leading with purpose, and building businesses that last. 🚀

🌟 Michael Dahlke, Co-Founder of Booyah Capital Partners and Co-Owner of Blue Skies Services, brings deep insight into growing and turning around home service businesses across the country. With years of experience as a CEO, investor, and coach, Michael shares how strategy, leadership, and capital come together to unlock big opportunities. If you're aiming to take your business from good to great, Michael’s no-fluff advice is gold. 💼🔥

🏢 John Disselkamp, Owner & CEO of First Class Commercial Cleaning and Co-Owner of Blue Skies Services, joins us to talk about building a business on grit, quality, and trust. Based in Louisville, KY, John turned a gap he saw in the cleaning industry into a thriving operation. Now, through Blue Skies, he's helping fellow service entrepreneurs tighten up their books, make smarter financial decisions, and focus on growth. 💪✨

🔵 Together, John and Michael lead Blue Skies Services (yourblueskies.com)—a back-office powerhouse helping businesses thrive through professional bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, and outsourced CFO services. With a mission to simplify the business side of business, Blue Skies allows owners to get out of the books and back into building what they love. 💰📊

🎬 In this episode, we dive into their partnership, their personal entrepreneurial journeys, and the systems they’ve built to help others win. Whether you’re leading a local cleaning company or managing a portfolio of service brands, this one’s packed with insight and inspiration you don’t want to miss.

🔗 Connect with our amazing guests:
* Michael Dahlke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikedahlke
* John Disselkamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-disselkamp-69528765

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