259. Transforming Laundromat Ownership: Technology, AI, and Professionalizing Your Business with Jamie Sewell

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In Episode 259, Jordan Berry sits down with industry veteran Jamie Sewell, who brings nearly 15 years of expertise spanning marketing, technology, manufacturing, and laundromat ownership. Together, they explore the rapidly evolving landscape of laundromats—where AI, data, and new technology are accelerating innovation and changing how owners run their businesses.  From the challenges and opportunities of remote management to the importance of professionalizing operations and building a business that supports your ideal lifestyle, Jamie Sewell brings practical wisdom and a forward-looking perspective. Whether you’re a new owner, a seasoned operator, or looking for inspiration to future-proof your laundry business, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss. In this episode, Jordan & Jamie Discuss: 00:00 Being a laundromat owner today 06:54 Laundry University for professionals 14:33 AI enabling efficient business expansion 18:35 Keeping laundromat staff motivated 26:20 Starting a business the right way 29:37 Introducing Laundry University 34:25 Evaluating employee performance 41:52 Hiring a manager for the laundromat 47:25 Journey from Hands-On to Passive 51:26 Following your excitement 57:40 Setting short-term goals 01:02:11 Industry changes and AI tech 01:04:58 Future tech impact on laundromats 01:12:18 Encouragement to take action Connect with Jamie Swell LinkedIn: Jamie Sewell Website: Laundry University Free Strategy Zoom Call with Jordan: https://calendly.com/laundromatresource/free-strategy-call?back=1 🔗 Resources and Links: laundromatresource.com/resources Laundromat Resource [email protected] https://laundromatdfy.com/ Show Notes laundromatresource.com/show259 Connect With Us YouTube Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Twitter TikTok