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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.

DLI December Learning and Networking Opportunities

Drycleaning & Laundry Institute (DLI) programs bring cleaning professionals together to share and grow. In December, DLI offers more events including “Helping Dry Cleaners Discover Additional Revenue,” a feature web presentation hosted by Mike Nesbit, of MW Cleaners fame, DLI Past President 2017-2018, and 2024 DLI Hall of Fame Award recipient.

Nesbit will share his vision on “how drycleaners can capitalize on the 25-billion-dollar garment return industry, re-commerce, and providing service to garment rental companies with limited to no capital required” December 11 at 1 p.m. Eastern.

In addition to Nesbit’s feature presentation, DLI will host three 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.

Featured Online Presentations Enlighten & Entertain

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

  • December 11 – 1 p.m. Eastern: Helping Dry Cleaners Discover Additional Revenue with Mike Nesbit

Since offering live monthly webinar programs five 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 December’s live presentation, DLI will host its monthly Membership Orientation program December 4. Not just for DLI members, the interactive presentation provides a comprehensive overview of how professional cleaners prosper with DLI as their business partner.

On December 20 DLI’s Marketing Lab brings cleaners together to discuss marketing trends and effective solutions. 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. This month’s meeting’s topic will allow participants to explore how peers are using effective couponing promotions.

  • December 4 – 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.

  • December 18 – 3 p.m. Eastern: DLI’s Marketing Lab

All Members are invited to brainstorm marketing ideas in this monthly Virtual roundtable discussion. This month’s topic is: “How do you utilize effective couponing to promote your business?” Members will share sample marketing pieces.

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.

  • December 3, 10, & 17 – 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.

DLI extends an open invitation to all fabric care cleaning service providers to join for access to these programs, membership benefits, services, and savings. Learn more at DLIonline.org/Membership or call 800-638-2627 for more information.

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 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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