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NOTE: Conferences, Events and Training programs are listed IN DATE ORDER — so scroll down to find the ones you are interested in. As the dates pass, the listings will disappear.

JANUARY 2025

DLI January Learning and Networking Opportunities

Drycleaning & Laundry Institute (DLI) programs bring cleaning professionals together to share and grow. On January 15, DLI presents “Create Your 2025 Marketing Plan” a feature webinar presentation hosted by Dave Coyle of Maverick Drycleaners.

In addition to Coyle’s feature presentation, DLI will host four weekly peer group meetings, a monthly Marketing Lab brainstorming session, and an online tour of how to access membership benefits. DLI offers learning and networking opportunities for drycleaning business owners of all sizes.

Online Feature Presentations Enlighten & Entertain

This month’s web presentation focuses on looking at positioning your business as an employer and service provider of choice.

  • January 15 – 1 p.m. Eastern: Create Your 2025 Marketing Plan with Dave Coyle of Maverick Drycleaners

Since offering live monthly webinar programs six years ago, DLI has produced more than 160 webinar presentations and archived them in its Online Webinar Library. Program topics include marketing, management, diversifications, and more aspects of running a successful drycleaning business. Full access to the recordings and live presentations is available for all DLI members.

Additional Virtual Programs Keep Members Engaged

In addition to January’s live presentation, DLI will host its monthly Membership Orientation program January 8. Not just for DLI members, the interactive presentation provides a comprehensive overview of how professional cleaners prosper with DLI as their business partner.

Also on January 15, DLI’s Marketing Lab brings member drycleaners together to discuss marketing trends and share successful practices. Recent meetings covered the value of trigger-based marketing, what some members are doing to keep customers happy, promoting additional services, and effective online advertising.

  • January 8 – 3 p.m. Eastern: DLI Member Virtual Reception and Orientation

All members are invited to take a tour of DLI’s extended array of money-saving benefits and services.

  • January 15 – 3 p.m. Eastern: DLI’s Marketing Lab

All Members are invited to brainstorm marketing ideas in this monthly Virtual roundtable discussion.

Weekly Member Peer Meetings Keep Members Connected

Bringing the drycleaning and laundry community together, DLI hosts weekly coffee-and-shop-talk meetings every Tuesday morning on Zoom so members can discuss what’s happening and share new ideas, thoughts, and tips.

  • January 7, 14, 21 & 28 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eastern: DLI Peer-To-Peer Membership Zoom Meetings

Members receive invitations to these meetings via email from DLI.

Learn more about courses and membership on the website.

FEBRUARY 2025

Drycleaning & Laundry Institute Offers February Hybrid Stain Removal Course, Webinars, Meetings, and More

Drycleaning & Laundry Institute (DLI) programs bring cleaning professionals together to share and grow.

DLI offers a Hybrid Stain Removal Course with virtual learning February 20, 25 & 27 with one in-person day at Sankosha’s Elk Grove Village, IL facility March 5.

February 5, DLI presents “Navigating Insurance Challenges in the Dry cleaning Industry” a webinar presentation hosted by Harry Carranza of Select Risk Insurance Services.

February 6, the Mid-Atlantic Association of Cleaners (MAC), a DLI regional association, presents the fifth installment of its MAC Maintenance Masterclass. This web presentation series is open to all DLI members and covers all aspects of maintenance.

In addition to Carranza’s presentation, DLI will host four weekly peer group meetings, a monthly Marketing Masterclass session, and an online tour of how to access membership benefits. DLI offers learning and networking opportunities for dry cleaning business owners of all sizes.

Mid-West Hybrid Stain Removal Course

Combining virtual learning and one day of in-person training at Sankosha’s facility in Elk Grove Village, DLI’s Mid-West Hybrid Stain Removal Course offers students a flexible way to master stain removal techniques.

Featuring three days of live online training and one day of hands-on training onsite at Sankosha’s facility in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, this course is designed to bring owners and staff up to speed quickly. Students will learn:

  • How to identify various types of stains and soils.
  • Proper use of essential stain removal tools, equipment, and methods.
  • Understand which stain removal chemicals are essential and how to use them.
  • Detailed step-by-step methods for removing various stains such as coffee, ink, grease, and more.

Three online sessions run for two hours each on February 20, 25, and 27. Students must attend all three online sessions before joining the live in-person training day on March 5 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

  • February 20, 25 & 27: Live, virtual course sessions
  • March 5: In person at Sankosha’s facility in Elk Grove Village, IL

Online Feature Presentations Enlighten & Entertain

This month’s web presentation focuses on looking at positioning your business as an employer and service provider of choice.

  • February 5 – 1 p.m. Eastern: Navigating Insurance Challenges in the Dry cleaning Industry with Harry Carranza of Select Risk Insurance Services

Since offering live monthly webinar programs six years ago, DLI has produced more than 160 webinar presentations and archived them in its Online Webinar Library. Program topics include marketing, management, diversifications, and more aspects of running a successful dry cleaning business. Full access to the recordings and live presentations is available for all DLI members.

Additional Virtual Programs Keep Members Engaged

In addition to February’s live presentation, DLI will host its monthly Membership Orientation program February 5. Not just for DLI members, the interactive presentation provides a comprehensive overview of how professional cleaners prosper with DLI as their business partner.

DLI’s Marketing Lab has been restructured into DLI’s Marketing Masterclass, reflecting a change in format from a round-table discussion to a presentation-style program. Attendees vote on upcoming topics and learn successful marketing practices from fellow DLI members.

  • February 5 – 3 p.m. Eastern: DLI Member Virtual Reception and Orientation

All members are invited to take a tour of DLI’s extended array of money-saving benefits and services.

  • February 6 – 1 p.m. Eastern: MAC Maintenance Masterclass
    Virtual web presentation with Q&A session covering various aspects of maintaining drycleaning equipment. Open to all DLI members.
  • February 20 – 1 p.m. Eastern: DLI’s Marketing Masterclass

All members are invited to attend.

Weekly Member Peer Meetings Keep Members Connected

Bringing the dry cleaning and laundry community together, DLI hosts weekly coffee-and-shop-talk meetings every Tuesday morning on Zoom so members can discuss what’s happening and share new ideas, thoughts, and tips.

  • February 4, 11, 18 & 25 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eastern: DLI Peer-To-Peer Membership Zoom Meetings

Members receive invitations to these meetings via email from DLI.

Learn more at DLIonline.org.

MARCH 17-20, 2025

ALM Elevate 2025 Conference

The Association for Linen Management (ALM) is holding Elevate 2025, a premier new conference experience designed for leaders in laundry and linen operations. Set for March 17-20, 2025, at the Margaritaville Resort in Nashville, Tennessee, Elevate is crafted to empower professionals across the industry with hands-on learning and practical strategies for achieving new levels of operational excellence.

Created with Laundry Operations Managers, Linen Managers, Production Managers, and similar roles in mind, Elevate offers an immersive environment where hands-on learning and real-world application come together to drive results. Unlike traditional conferences, Elevate’s workshops dive deep into practical solutions, providing attendees with actionable strategies in areas like advanced laundry productivity and innovative linen management.

“Elevate is designed to ensure that attendees leave with practical knowledge they can directly apply to improve their operations,” says ALM President Sarah Brobeck. “This conference goes beyond theory, offering hands-on insights that leaders can implement to make an immediate, positive impact on their teams and processes.

Highlights of Elevate include:

  • Hands-On Workshops: Engage in skill-building sessions covering essential industry topics with direct, real-world applications.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and build relationships that last long after the conference.
  • Innovative Solutions: Learn the latest techniques to boost efficiency, promote unified efforts to improve linen flow and drive excellence in your operations.

Registration for Elevate opens on November 1, 2024. Secure your spot and be part of this new era in professional development tailored to the unique needs of the laundry and linen industry.

Join us in Nashville, Tennessee, where excellence meets innovation at Elevate!

For more information or to register, please visit www.almnet.org/Elevate2025.

APRIL 5-6, 2025

Extox Open House

Live equipment demonstrations in wet cleaning, dry cleaning and finishing equipment.

  • April 5: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • April 6: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Extox Industries, 6419 Netherhart Rd., Mississauga, ON L5T 1C3

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APRIL 27-30, 2025

TCATA 2025 Management & Educational Conference

TCATA is excited to announce the theme of its 2025 Management & Educational Conference, Weaving the Fabric of Success.

The Business Committee is currently vetting speakers and planning outstanding educational seminars for members.

Mark your calendars for April 27-30, 2025 and plan to join TCATA at The Ritz Carlton Tiburon in Naples, FL for networking, education, idea sharing, golf, and a little relaxation with other industry professionals.

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