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Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In today's episode, host Jordan Berry is joined by industry OG Matthew Simmons from Curbside Laundries—also known as Laundry Matt. It's been over five years since Matthew Simmons first appeared on the show, and this time he's back with a ton of wisdom and fresh insights.
Get ready to dive deep into the transformation of the laundromat industry, from the days of pen-and-paper chaos to today's tech-savvy, data-driven businesses. Matthew Simmons shares how he and his brother started with a family laundromat, grew their pickup and delivery service into a $150,000-a-month powerhouse, and eventually helped pioneer innovative software solutions for laundromat owners everywhere.
This conversation covers everything from the importance of branding, the impact of technology on cash accountability, to practical strategies for growing your wash and fold business—whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned pro aiming to scale up. You'll also hear about the upcoming Curbside conference, networking opportunities, and how to take advantage of the resources available to modern laundromat operators.
Settle in for a value-packed episode filled with actionable tips and real-world stories that will inspire you to level up your laundromat business. Let's get started!
In this episode, Jordan and Matthew discuss:
00:00 "Scaling Pickup & Delivery Success"
06:50 "Efficiency and Tech in Laundry"
10:55 "Transforming Laundromats Into Businesses"
19:58 Testing Pricing Strategies
24:52 Laundromat Modernization Challenges & Solutions
27:37 "Laundromats Embrace Cash Accountability"
35:39 Laundromats: Recession-Proof Investment Trend
42:09 "Pickup and Delivery Growth"
47:41 "Living the Brand Persona"
51:03 "Optimizing Customer Touchpoints"
55:20 "Increase Your Laundromat Revenue"
01:01:38 "Customer Care and Reviews"
01:05:52 Networking Sparks Growth
01:12:35 Letting Go to Prevent Burnout
01:15:32 "Zero Excuses for Success"
🔗 Resources and Links:
- Laundromat Resource
- [email protected]
- YouTube: @CurbsideLaundries
- Website: curbsidelaundries.com
- Instagram: curbsidelaundries
- Facebook: CurbsideLaundries
- LinkedIn: Matthew Simmons
Join the conference this June 24 – 26, 2026 • Hyatt Regency Long Beach • California for the Curbside 2026
How to Grow Your Revenue Webinar
Show Notes
- https://laundromatresource.com/show234
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