The Business of Cleaning
The Business of Cleaning Podcast is your number one source for information on the commercial cleaning industry. We release new episodes monthly with successful personalities in the industry and cover the topics that matter the most to your organization.
Episodes
Edwin Eaton is back. The owner of I Pro Building Services — a three-time Inc. 5000 company — returns to share what it really takes to build a commercial cleaning business that runs without you. Edwin opens up about the systems and leadership structure that kept his company growing while he stepped away to care for his wife during her battle with stage four cancer. He also breaks down how he broke into the data center cleaning niche...
How do you scale a commercial cleaning company past $100 million—and set your sights on $300 million?
In this episode of the Business of Cleaning Podcast, host Tim Clagg sits down with Adam Povlitz, CEO of Anago Cleaning Systems, to break down the strategies, leadership principles, and real-world decisions behind building one of the fastest-growing cleaning franchise systems in the industry.
From leaving IBM to cleaning daycares at n...
What happens when a radio program director pivots into commercial cleaning just months before a global pandemic?
In this episode of The Business of Cleaning Podcast, we speak with Tom Riggs, Operations Manager at Interstate, about his unexpected transition from broadcasting to frontline operations leadership.
After being laid off in 2019, Tom entered the cleaning industry with no prior experience. Within months, COVID-19 reshaped wor...
Karen Denton, CEO and Founder of Karen’s Second Chance Commercial Cleaning Services, shares her inspiring journey from overcoming major health challenges to building a thriving commercial cleaning business.In this episode of The Business of Cleaning, Karen discusses the importance of mentorship, setting up your cleaning business the right way, and learning from early mistakes. She breaks down how minority certification helped open ...
We are pleased to present our Best of 2025 Conversations episode from The Business of Cleaning Podcast. This special edition brings together the most insightful moments, meaningful stories, and influential voices that shaped our discussions throughout the year. It reflects the evolving landscape of the commercial cleaning industry and the leaders who continue to advance it.In this episode, you will hear standout segments from remar...
In this episode of The Business of Cleaning Podcast, host Tim Clagg sits down with Archie Heinl, CEO of Double A Solutions and Janitorial Manager, to unveil the official launch of JaniJobs—a powerful cleaning jobs app designed to solve one of the commercial cleaning industry’s toughest problems: staffing.
Discover how JaniJobs, the newest janitorial staffing platform, is transforming how cleaning companies connect with reliable clea...
In this episode of The Business of Cleaning Podcast, host Tim Clagg sits down with Adon Rigg, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Clean Pro Growth Academy, to explore what it truly takes to excel in today’s cleaning industry. From his humble beginnings to becoming a respected industry leader, Adon shares powerful insights on mindset, continuous learning, and building a professional identity in sales. Together, Tim and Adon dive de...
Join host Tim Clagg on The Business of Cleaning Podcast as he sits down with Josh Melton, owner of Athens Cleaning Company and founder of The Six Figure Cleaner.
In this inspiring conversation, Josh reflects on his journey from growing up as a pastor’s kid to building a thriving cleaning business, all while overcoming setbacks and shaping a leadership style rooted in purpose, resilience, and grace.
You’ll hear how Josh navigated chal...
Behind every successful company is a story of courage, change, and purpose. This month on The Business of Cleaning podcast, we welcome an extraordinary guest whose career path took a dramatic-and inspiring-turn.
Shari Cedar began her professional journey in the fast-paced world of television, where she served as an Executive Producer, including work on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Despite the excitement and accolades of the enter...
In this month’s episode of The Business of Cleaning,we’re joined by Jerry Flug of HRA Consulting Group. Jerry was working in the ministry when family illness forced him to look for new work opportunities. That's when he found the cleaning industry and bought his first company. Jerry walks us through his journey from growing, scaling, and eventually selling his business and becoming a business coach helping commercial cleaning c...
Mario Kelly, a 5th-generation Detroiter and Owner of Believe313 Cleaning, went from being homeless-with just $27 worth of cleaning supplies-to building a million-dollar cleaning company. In this powerful episode he discusses overcoming adversity, the importance of resilience, community involvement, and giving back.
In this month’s episode of The Business of Cleaning, we sit down with Sharon Cowan, CBSE, owner of Cleaning Business Consulting Group to discuss the steps you need to follow to sell your commercial cleaning company. Sharon is a seasoned entrepreneur, educator, and consultant with over 30 years of experience in the residential and commercial cleaning industry. As Chairman and President of Cleaning Business Consulting Group, she prov...
Rob Anspach, a marketing consultant and former carpet cleaning business owner, shares his journey from entrepreneurship to media. He discusses innovative marketing strategies that increased his average sale from $75 to over $500. Rob shares SEO, email marketing, and social media strategies designed to help commercial cleaning professionals attract more clients and stand out in a competitive market.
In this month's episode of The Business of Cleaning we talk with Nate Lucht, owner of Spotless Enterprise Corp, who shares his journey from various unfulfilling jobs to founding a successful cleaning business. Nate highlights the significance of employee relationships, retaining 90% of his employees, and the importance of mindset, systems, and documentation. Nate's philosophy centers on serving employees and clients, foster...
Kendal St Louis, CEO of Ladnek, shares his journey from construction work to a successful commercial cleaning business owner in Trinidad and Tobago. Starting with a side hustle selling snacks, he transitioned to cleaning, growing from a solo entrepreneur to managing over 200 employees. Kendall explores the role of social media, particularly TikTok, has played in helping him build brand awareness and attracting new clients.
Dr. Ian Charlery, owner of A One Cleaning Services in the Cayman Islands, discusses his leadership journey, emphasizing empathy, accountability, and innovation. He transitioned to the cleaning industry after years of working as a police officer. Dr. Charlery highlights the importance of clear communication, continuous training, and employee support. He also shares his experience representing the Cayman Islands in the FIA Motorsport...
As 2024 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to our incredible BOC community. Join us in celebrating our top conversations of the year with our 'best of' episode. Stay tuned for more amazing content in 2025.
Wendy Dietzler, Senior Director of Events & Education for Trade Press Incorporated, emphasizes the importance of Building Service Contractors attending the Clean Buildings Conference on Tuesday, March 25th, and Wednesday, March 26th, in Baltimore, Maryland.
The Clean Buildings Conference (CBC) and NFMT events unite building service contractors, in-house cleaning professionals, and facility managers, offering valuable networki...
Bill Dunn spent decades in the wine and spirits business where he successfully recruited, hired, trained, and mentored future leaders. But his goal was to one day own his own company. Approaching his 50’s he took a gamble by pulling all his resources together and purchasing CNS Cleaning in 2021. CNS Cleaning now has over 1,000 monthly accounts and has tripled revenue since acquisition. Dunn emphasizes the importance of employee car...
Ed Nichols, President of The ISSA Show North America discusses why this show is the premier trade show for the commercial cleaning industry, attracting over 600 exhibitors from 23 countries and nearly 13,000 professionals annually. This event acts as an industry barometer, displaying the latest products, innovations, and educational opportunities, and consistently aims to exceed expectations for both attendees and exhibitors.
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