Your Industry. Your People. Your Moment.
The Clean Show
As an official Industry Partner of The Clean Show, ALM is bringing the energy and the people. With a show floor presence, daily networking events, and targeted education, ALM is the go-to destination for connection, visibility, and access to over 2,500+ members and industry leaders.
The Booth That Builds Buzz
Make Booth #2759 your first stop each afternoon at the Clean Show. Stop by to see ALM's newest product launch that's set to change the way linen is managed. Learn how membership can benefit your operation, explore our education programs, and connect with the ALM team.
While you're there, stick around—each afternoon, the booth becomes a hub of activity with sponsor-supported events that bring together members, decision-makers, and industry leaders. Stay tuned for announcements on daily activities happening throughout show hours—you won't want to miss what's coming.
ALM Education Session Schedule
Saturday, August 23
8 – 10 a.m. Innovating Textile Care: Insights from a $10 Million Renovation Project
Room W307 AB
- Panel participants: Matt Wenzel, Gurtler Industries; Gabe Nowicki, Mayo Clinic; Dan Score, Kannegiesser; Vicky Vessey, Textile Care Services, Bob Corfield, Laundry Design Group
- An in-depth presentation and panel discussion on the successful $10 million equipment and infrastructure renovation project at Textile Care Services. This session, led by the Textile Care Services team, will delve into the strategic planning and operational insights that made this project a success. Representatives from Kannegiesser ETECH, Standard Textile, and Mayo Clinic will provide valuable perspectives on collaboration and partnership throughout the implementation process. Discover how this project not only enhances operational efficiency but also showcases technological advancements and innovative solutions to industry challenges.
9 – 10 a.m. Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes (oh my!): Creating Training Plans with Best Practice Frameworks
Room W306 AB
Presented by: Callie Rendon, ALM
- Great training and development programs start with what your staff need, not just what they should know. Whether you are starting a program from scratch, or looking to refine an existing one, you will walk away from this session with the framework behind identifying training needs and leveraging various training deliveries to optimize your staff's learning.
Sunday, August 24
8 – 9 a.m. Engineering Excellence: Insight from Maintenance Experts in the Laundry and Linen Industry
Room W307 A-B
- Panel Moderated by: David Bernstein, Propeller Solutions Group
- Panelists: Tommy Kallgren, Jensen; Mark Kimble, Kannegiesser-ETECH; Gary Lazarre, Pellerin Milnor
- An insightful panel discussion featuring industry experts and equipment manufacturers in the laundry and linen sector. This session will focus on the critical role of engineering and maintenance in optimizing operational efficiency and ensuring equipment longevity. Panelists will share their experiences, best practices, and innovative solutions to common challenges faced in the industry.
9 – 10 a.m. Grow With What You've Got: Marketing Strategies for Small & Mid-Sized Businesses
Room W306 AB
- Presented by: Carmella Cadusale, MCC Consultancy
- Learn how to turn technical excellence into compelling marketing by aligning teams, launching products, and clearly communicating value — drawing on cross-sector experience in healthcare, industrial, and textile care industries
Monday, August 25
8 – 9 a.m. The Economics of Flatwork Ironing: Maximizing Efficiency and Minimizing Costs
Room W307 AB
- Presented by: Jamie Bridge, Tingue
- Dive into the financial aspects of flatwork ironing in this engaging session. We will explore the hidden costs associated with improper maintenance, the potential savings from strategic maintenance tactics, and the opportunity costs tied to ironing processes. With a blend of presentation and interactive crowd engagement, participants will learn to identify opportunities for improvement and optimize their ironing operations.
8 – 9 a.m. Textile Failure and How to Avoid Them: Construction Mistakes that Cost You
Room 306 AB
- Presented by: David Fowles, Director, Product Excellence and Cari Kussy, Vice President of Sales from 1Concier.
- A practical, technical deep dive into the fabric elements that shorten linen life in industrial laundering. Learn how fiber choice, yarn type, weave density, fabric construction, finishing methods, and stitching quality impact durability – and how to identify issues before they turn into costly replacements.
9 – 10 a.m. Reusable Textiles: Data-Driven Benefits for Healthcare
Room W307 AB
- Presented by Duane Houvener, American Dawn Inc; Mike Justice, Beck's Classic; Cort Nabb, George Courey
- Learn how ARTA's in-depth research on reusable healthcare textiles can help you make a persuasive case for switching from disposables to reusables. We'll explore data-driven insights and practical strategies for laundry processors to effectively demonstrate the cost, environmental, and performance benefits to healthcare clients and prospects. This presentation will equip you with compelling talking points and actionable steps to showcase the value of reusables in transforming healthcare environments.
9 – 10 a.m. Maximizing Efficiency: Bagging and Stacking Systems & the Benefits of UV in Laundry Processing
Room W306 AB
- Presented by: Rocco Romeo, HLS Linen Services
- Explore how innovative bagging and stacking systems, combined with the advantages of ultraviolet (UV) technology, can significantly enhance productivity in laundry processing. This session will provide insights into the operational benefits of these systems, from improved workflow efficiency to reduced labor costs. Attendees will learn about the implementation of UV technology in laundry environments, its role in sanitization, and how it contributes to overall operational effectiveness. Join us to discover practical solutions that can transform your laundry operations and elevate your service quality.
