June 24 – 26
Long Beach
CA
Curbside.2026
EMCEE
Scott Bloom | Comedian, Author, Podcast Host and TV Personality
A professional comedian, author, podcast host and TV personality who has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor, Scott Bloom has hosted hundreds of events over two decades for big and small organizations alike.
As the son of a successful salesman, he was exposed to the principles of building a business at an early age. As a comedian, Scott cut his teeth at renowned improv and comedy clubs. And as a self-taught student of psychology, he’s explored what makes people tick and has written a book (albeit a farce) on how to get through life. He’s uniquely positioned to deliver significant concepts on connecting people, building relationships and making business seriously funny.
Sasha Strauss | Brander, Professor, Speaker, Generator
Back by popular demand, Professor Sasha Strauss returns to the Curbside Laundries Conference stage after his rave-reviewed 2024 keynote. Known for his entrepreneurial energy and creative clarity, Strauss helps business owners see their companies through a fresh lens — revealing how purpose, storytelling, and smart positioning can turn everyday operations into lasting growth.
Sasha’s distinct and direct approach to how brands and leadership must communicate is the foundation for his brand strategy consultancy, Innovation Protocol (IP). Since 2006, global brands like Nestlé, PayPal, LEGO, Google, Disney, and Universal Studios have turned to IP for brand strategy that inspires as much as it informs.
This year, Strauss brings next-level insights on how innovative thinking and authentic branding can make even the most familiar business feel new again.
“Laundry Matt” Simmons | Co-founder, Curbside Laundries
Matt Simmons oversees Super Suds, one of the busiest laundromats in Los Angeles County, with his brother, Aaron. After revolutionizing their own business through technology, Matt and Aaron founded Curbside Laundries to help other laundry owners streamline their wash fold dry and pickup and delivery operations to become more profitable.
Matt earned his MBA in entrepreneurship at USC and previously helped spearhead a subsidiary of Everbridge, which is now on the NASDAQ. This subsidiary provided consultation and cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS) to the staffing industry.
Carlos Ochoa | @LaundromatMoney and Owner, Bubbles & Bleach
Carlos Ochoa is a real estate investor and laundromat operator known for rapid, data-driven growth. After starting in real estate in 2010, he purchased his first laundromat in 2021 and grew its wash-and-fold revenue by 20× in under five years, while increasing Google reviews from 30 to 1,500+. In 2022, Carlos launched a social media platform TikTok’s @LaundromatMoney documenting his journey, which has since amassed over 2 million followers, making him one of the most recognized voices in modern laundromat entrepreneurship.
Cambria Wengert | @LaundromatGirl
TikTok’s @LaundromatGirl and Instagram’s @LaundromatGirlOfficial AKA Cambria Wengert worked as a nurse for 10 years before deciding that entrepreneurship would be her next venture. She bought a laundromat in 2020 and has never looked back!
In 2024, Cami decided to start on social media and share her passion of this industry with others. Between her TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube following, she now has well over a million followers and growing!
Alex Bloom | Wash Works
Alex Bloom is a Massachusetts entrepreneur whose career reflects a lifelong passion for building businesses and mechanical systems. His journey began in high school auto shop, leading him to launch Affordable Towing, which he grew over seven years before selling. After exiting towing, Alex founded Castle Headquarters, a contracting company specializing in high-end kitchens, luxury bathrooms, and commercial renovations. He then expanded into real estate investment and short-term rentals.
In 2023, Alex discovered the laundromat industry. He purchased his first Wash Works store in March and quickly expanded with additional locations in June and November. Today, he’s transforming each into state-of-the-art, community-centered laundromats featuring modern technology and ozone sanitation systems.
Outside business, Alex pursues his love of all things mechanical — from cars to his Mooney aircraft, which he flies across New England skies.
Dave and Carla Menz | Laundromat Millionaire, Queen City Laundry & LaundroBoost Digital Marketing
Dave “Laundromat Millionaire” Menz and his wife, Carla Menz, are the owners of Queen City Laundry, a thriving chain of fully attended laundromats serving the Greater Cincinnati area. Since founding the business in 2010, they’ve grown from humble beginnings into a respected regional brand offering self-service, wash–dry–fold, dry cleaning, and pickup & delivery across four locations.
Beyond their success as operators, Dave and Carla are nationally recognized thought leaders in the laundry industry. Together, they host The Laundromat Millionaire Show, a leading podcast and media platform that helps laundromat owners elevate their businesses and serve their communities.
Dave is also the author of the internationally acclaimed book Laundromat Millionaire: The Grit to Elevate an Industry. Through their Laundromat Millionaire coaching and education platform, Dave and Carla lead workshops, conferences, and training programs that empower entrepreneurs to achieve financial freedom and professional excellence.
Expanding their mission to help laundromat owners succeed, Dave and Carla also co-founded LaundroBoost, a digital marketing agency for the laundry industry, alongside their business partner Brett Lyon.
Joe Dan and Kelli Reed | Owners, Splash ‘Em Out
Joe Dan Reed and wife Kelli Reed, owners of Splash ‘Em Out, started their journey in the home cleaning business in 2001. Recognizing the need for laundry services, they expanded their offerings and successfully opened their first laundromat in 2004. Today, they operate a family-owned network of nine laundromats, with a 20,000-square-foot commercial facility.
Committed to maintaining high standards, all Splash ‘Em Out locations are uniformly branded, meticulously maintained, and fully attended. Joe Dan and Kelli prioritize creating a family-oriented environment, where customers are treated like extended family members, creating a home away from home atmosphere. With a strong emphasis on cleanliness and safety, they go the extra mile to ensure their customers feel comfortable and secure. As a locally owned and operated business, Joe Dan and Kelli cherish their community and hold their customers’ satisfaction in the highest regard.
Joe Dan and Kelli are educating laundry owners with tips and tricks on their YouTube channel Splash Em Out Laundromat.
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Craig Taylor and Michelle See | Monster Laundry
Craig Taylor is the CEO of Monster Laundry and a leading voice in modern laundromat branding. He has transformed Monster Laundry into one of the most recognizable independent laundry centers in Northern California through bold visual identity, community-centered storytelling, and the strategic use of advanced automation as a brand differentiator. Craig’s leadership emphasizes how thoughtful branding-not just equipment-creates customer loyalty, emotional connection, and industry distinction. His work with the first robotic folding system in the region has become a cornerstone of Monster Laundry’s brand narrative, helping the company stand out in a traditionally overlooked sector.
Michelle See is the COO of Monster Laundry and the strategic architect behind the company’s brand development and public-facing identity. Michelle oversees the systems, structure, and customer-experience elements that translate Monster Laundry’s brand into a consistent, memorable reality-online, onsite, and across community touchpoints. Her focus on clarity, authenticity, and emotional resonance has been instrumental in shaping Monster Laundry’s voice, visual presence, and customer loyalty. Working alongside Craig, Michelle has helped evolve Monster Laundry into a brand known as much for its personality and creativity as for its innovative technology.
Andrea Carney | Let’s Talk Dirty Laundry
Andrea Carney entered the laundry industry in 2022 when she acquired Let’s Talk Dirty Laundry, a drop-off wash and fold business in Cocoa Beach, Florida. With a passion for exceptional service and sustainability, Andrea aimed to create a safe, supportive work environment that would ensure long-term stability and success.
Prior to laundry, Andrea honed her leadership skills in the Cellular Therapy industry, equipping her with expertise to navigate small business management challenges. She quickly transformed operations, focusing on improved efficiency and adding pickup and delivery services for customers.
The business serves a significant community need, with a large portion of customers being elderly, retired military, or disabled individuals who face challenges completing household tasks. Under Andrea’s leadership, Let’s Talk Dirty Laundry has become a local favorite known for reliability and attention to detail.
After three years, Andrea achieved her vision with the opening of a self-serve laundromat adjacent to the original wash and fold space, expanding the business while maintaining its commitment to community service and quality.
John Teasley | Founder, Fresh & Clean Laundry
John Teasley is the Founder and CEO of Fresh & Clean Laundry, a market-leading chain of full service laundry centers, which includes a commercial and residential laundry service renowned for its rapid expansion and effective operations. With a clear focus on the high-margin commercial sector, John scaled the laundry service side of the business from $0 to $80k per month over several years by prioritizing operational excellence and targeted client acquisition.
At the Curbside Laundries conference, John will share the strategies—from customer acquisition to operational effectiveness—that were key to successfully building a durable, high-volume commercial laundry enterprise. Attendees will walk away with a proven roadmap for attracting and retaining their own B2B clientele.
Dom Santamaria and Charles Measley
Co-Founders, Suds Digital
Dom Santamaria is a laundry industry operator and marketing innovator with firsthand experience building and scaling one of the largest pickup-and-delivery laundry businesses on the East Coast, which he co-founded and sold alongside his brother. He is the co-founder of Suds Digital and Colossus Media Group, where he helps both national and single-store laundry brands grow through proven, real-world marketing and customer acquisition strategies.
Charles Measley graduated Rider University in 2014 with a concentration in political communications, marketing, and business. He entered the laundromat business in 2012, only to have his first store destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Since then, he has opened several stores along the Jersey Shore and operates one of the largest residential pickup and delivery services in the country.