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<\/span><\/div>Earlybird Laundromats<\/strong><\/h1><\/div>As a former mortgage broker entering the vended laundry industry, Curtis Berger looked to an experienced distributor and reliable equipment manufacturer to help lead him to success. Seven stores later, he hasn\u2019t looked back.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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The invaluable industry knowledge and support I\u2019ve received from Metropolitan Machinery and Huebsch over the years has made me a loyal customer for life.<\/h1>\nCurtis Berger<\/h3><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Earlybird Laundromats<\/p>\n
Laundromat Owner Expands to Seventh Store with the Help of Huebsch\u00ae and Metropolitan Machinery<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>When it comes to business expansion, Curtis Berger, owner of\u00a0Earlybird Laundromats<\/a>\u00a0based in New Jersey, knows the secrets to success. Berger has experienced tremendous growth from the time he opened his first laundromat in 2000. Since then, he has acquired six additional stores and is currently constructing his seventh.<\/p>\nWith no background in the laundry business initially, Berger relied heavily on expert distributors and supportive manufacturers to get his locations up and running. These laundry industry experts have the resources and knowledge to help both new and seasoned business owners through the laundromat building process and beyond. Without these partners, Berger\u2019s businesses would not stand as they are today.<\/p>\n
Small Business Venture<\/h1>\n
After earning his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation from Villanova University, Berger began his career in mortgage-backed securities in New York City. Following a few years of banking, he decided he wanted to follow in his great grandfather\u2019s footsteps and invest in a small business. Dry cleaning seemed like the right investment because his family had been in the business since 1896. Berger left New York City and returned to his home state of New Jersey to pursue a new business venture.<\/p>\n
In 1996, 100 years after his great grandfather opened the doors to his first dry cleaning business, Berger opened one of his own. Shortly after opening the business, he realized that in order to provide superior customer service and take his entrepreneurial dreams to the next level, he preferred to be on site and involved in all aspects of production at all times. Berger\u2019s desire to be ever-present made it challenging for him to expand and replicate the business.<\/p>\n
Laundromats began to appeal to Berger because he recognized an opportunity to manage his stores remotely, which would allow him to open more stores and yield more revenue. He quickly found that management was made easy with his equipment brand of choice:\u00a0Huebsch\u00ae<\/a>\u00a0machines featuring innovative\u00a0Galaxy\u2122 600 controls<\/a>. With Galaxy, Berger has the ability to program and monitor his laundry equipment from a PC or laptop for ultimate convenience. This control system is complemented by remote management capabilities offered by the card payment system Berger opted to install on each of his machines. The system allows Berger to adjust vend prices and analyze performance data from any Internet-connected device. All data and reports are sent directly to his laptop or smartphone, and can be reviewed and managed from anywhere in the world. These two systems have ultimately eliminated the need for Berger to be physically present, while giving him peace of mind that stores are running efficiently and profitably. These were the capabilities he was searching for.<\/p>\nBerger says that his switch from dry cleaning to vended laundry, and thanks in part to the advanced control and payment system capabilities, allows him to focus on the aspects of the business that he enjoys most, \u201cthe marketing of the business, the growth of the business and providing better customer service.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nSelecting an Experienced Laundry Distribution Partner<\/h1>\n
When shopping for laundry equipment for his first laundromat, Berger went directly to his dry cleaning distributor,\u00a0Metropolitan Machinery<\/a>, and trusted sales manager Cliff Ross. As his mentor, Ross advised Berger about the appropriate quantity and capacity of machines to purchase. Ross\u2019s experience in the industry also qualified him to advise Berger on a viable location for his stores, based on extensive knowledge of the area and its demographics.<\/p>\n\n\u201cCliff is familiar with the demographics of specific regions I\u2019m interested in. He is able to help me make location decisions by reviewing variables including percentage of renters, people per household, and income levels of the local population,\u201d<\/strong> <\/em>says Berger. \u201cHe can also give appropriate advice on important business decisions, such as vend price points based on his knowledge of the area.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nBerger adds that this invaluable industry knowledge has made him a loyal Metropolitan customer for life, as well as a successful businessman, as he continues to grow and expand Earlybird locations.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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As a former mortgage broker entering the vended laundry industry, Curtis Berger looked to an experienced distributor and reliable equipment manufacturer to help lead him to success. Seven stores later, he hasn\u2019t looked back.<\/p>\n<\/div>
The invaluable industry knowledge and support I\u2019ve received from Metropolitan Machinery and Huebsch over the years has made me a loyal customer for life.<\/h1>\nCurtis Berger<\/h3><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Earlybird Laundromats<\/p>\n
Laundromat Owner Expands to Seventh Store with the Help of Huebsch\u00ae and Metropolitan Machinery<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>When it comes to business expansion, Curtis Berger, owner of\u00a0Earlybird Laundromats<\/a>\u00a0based in New Jersey, knows the secrets to success. Berger has experienced tremendous growth from the time he opened his first laundromat in 2000. Since then, he has acquired six additional stores and is currently constructing his seventh.<\/p>\nWith no background in the laundry business initially, Berger relied heavily on expert distributors and supportive manufacturers to get his locations up and running. These laundry industry experts have the resources and knowledge to help both new and seasoned business owners through the laundromat building process and beyond. Without these partners, Berger\u2019s businesses would not stand as they are today.<\/p>\n
Small Business Venture<\/h1>\n
After earning his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation from Villanova University, Berger began his career in mortgage-backed securities in New York City. Following a few years of banking, he decided he wanted to follow in his great grandfather\u2019s footsteps and invest in a small business. Dry cleaning seemed like the right investment because his family had been in the business since 1896. Berger left New York City and returned to his home state of New Jersey to pursue a new business venture.<\/p>\n
In 1996, 100 years after his great grandfather opened the doors to his first dry cleaning business, Berger opened one of his own. Shortly after opening the business, he realized that in order to provide superior customer service and take his entrepreneurial dreams to the next level, he preferred to be on site and involved in all aspects of production at all times. Berger\u2019s desire to be ever-present made it challenging for him to expand and replicate the business.<\/p>\n
Laundromats began to appeal to Berger because he recognized an opportunity to manage his stores remotely, which would allow him to open more stores and yield more revenue. He quickly found that management was made easy with his equipment brand of choice:\u00a0Huebsch\u00ae<\/a>\u00a0machines featuring innovative\u00a0Galaxy\u2122 600 controls<\/a>. With Galaxy, Berger has the ability to program and monitor his laundry equipment from a PC or laptop for ultimate convenience. This control system is complemented by remote management capabilities offered by the card payment system Berger opted to install on each of his machines. The system allows Berger to adjust vend prices and analyze performance data from any Internet-connected device. All data and reports are sent directly to his laptop or smartphone, and can be reviewed and managed from anywhere in the world. These two systems have ultimately eliminated the need for Berger to be physically present, while giving him peace of mind that stores are running efficiently and profitably. These were the capabilities he was searching for.<\/p>\nBerger says that his switch from dry cleaning to vended laundry, and thanks in part to the advanced control and payment system capabilities, allows him to focus on the aspects of the business that he enjoys most, \u201cthe marketing of the business, the growth of the business and providing better customer service.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nSelecting an Experienced Laundry Distribution Partner<\/h1>\n
When shopping for laundry equipment for his first laundromat, Berger went directly to his dry cleaning distributor,\u00a0Metropolitan Machinery<\/a>, and trusted sales manager Cliff Ross. As his mentor, Ross advised Berger about the appropriate quantity and capacity of machines to purchase. Ross\u2019s experience in the industry also qualified him to advise Berger on a viable location for his stores, based on extensive knowledge of the area and its demographics.<\/p>\n\n\u201cCliff is familiar with the demographics of specific regions I\u2019m interested in. He is able to help me make location decisions by reviewing variables including percentage of renters, people per household, and income levels of the local population,\u201d<\/strong> <\/em>says Berger. \u201cHe can also give appropriate advice on important business decisions, such as vend price points based on his knowledge of the area.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nBerger adds that this invaluable industry knowledge has made him a loyal Metropolitan customer for life, as well as a successful businessman, as he continues to grow and expand Earlybird locations.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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The invaluable industry knowledge and support I\u2019ve received from Metropolitan Machinery and Huebsch over the years has made me a loyal customer for life.<\/h1>\nCurtis Berger<\/h3><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Earlybird Laundromats<\/p>\n
Laundromat Owner Expands to Seventh Store with the Help of Huebsch\u00ae and Metropolitan Machinery<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>When it comes to business expansion, Curtis Berger, owner of\u00a0Earlybird Laundromats<\/a>\u00a0based in New Jersey, knows the secrets to success. Berger has experienced tremendous growth from the time he opened his first laundromat in 2000. Since then, he has acquired six additional stores and is currently constructing his seventh.<\/p>\nWith no background in the laundry business initially, Berger relied heavily on expert distributors and supportive manufacturers to get his locations up and running. These laundry industry experts have the resources and knowledge to help both new and seasoned business owners through the laundromat building process and beyond. Without these partners, Berger\u2019s businesses would not stand as they are today.<\/p>\n
Small Business Venture<\/h1>\n
After earning his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation from Villanova University, Berger began his career in mortgage-backed securities in New York City. Following a few years of banking, he decided he wanted to follow in his great grandfather\u2019s footsteps and invest in a small business. Dry cleaning seemed like the right investment because his family had been in the business since 1896. Berger left New York City and returned to his home state of New Jersey to pursue a new business venture.<\/p>\n
In 1996, 100 years after his great grandfather opened the doors to his first dry cleaning business, Berger opened one of his own. Shortly after opening the business, he realized that in order to provide superior customer service and take his entrepreneurial dreams to the next level, he preferred to be on site and involved in all aspects of production at all times. Berger\u2019s desire to be ever-present made it challenging for him to expand and replicate the business.<\/p>\n
Laundromats began to appeal to Berger because he recognized an opportunity to manage his stores remotely, which would allow him to open more stores and yield more revenue. He quickly found that management was made easy with his equipment brand of choice:\u00a0Huebsch\u00ae<\/a>\u00a0machines featuring innovative\u00a0Galaxy\u2122 600 controls<\/a>. With Galaxy, Berger has the ability to program and monitor his laundry equipment from a PC or laptop for ultimate convenience. This control system is complemented by remote management capabilities offered by the card payment system Berger opted to install on each of his machines. The system allows Berger to adjust vend prices and analyze performance data from any Internet-connected device. All data and reports are sent directly to his laptop or smartphone, and can be reviewed and managed from anywhere in the world. These two systems have ultimately eliminated the need for Berger to be physically present, while giving him peace of mind that stores are running efficiently and profitably. These were the capabilities he was searching for.<\/p>\nBerger says that his switch from dry cleaning to vended laundry, and thanks in part to the advanced control and payment system capabilities, allows him to focus on the aspects of the business that he enjoys most, \u201cthe marketing of the business, the growth of the business and providing better customer service.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nSelecting an Experienced Laundry Distribution Partner<\/h1>\n
When shopping for laundry equipment for his first laundromat, Berger went directly to his dry cleaning distributor,\u00a0Metropolitan Machinery<\/a>, and trusted sales manager Cliff Ross. As his mentor, Ross advised Berger about the appropriate quantity and capacity of machines to purchase. Ross\u2019s experience in the industry also qualified him to advise Berger on a viable location for his stores, based on extensive knowledge of the area and its demographics.<\/p>\n\n\u201cCliff is familiar with the demographics of specific regions I\u2019m interested in. He is able to help me make location decisions by reviewing variables including percentage of renters, people per household, and income levels of the local population,\u201d<\/strong> <\/em>says Berger. \u201cHe can also give appropriate advice on important business decisions, such as vend price points based on his knowledge of the area.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nBerger adds that this invaluable industry knowledge has made him a loyal Metropolitan customer for life, as well as a successful businessman, as he continues to grow and expand Earlybird locations.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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Laundromat Owner Expands to Seventh Store with the Help of Huebsch\u00ae and Metropolitan Machinery<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>When it comes to business expansion, Curtis Berger, owner of\u00a0Earlybird Laundromats<\/a>\u00a0based in New Jersey, knows the secrets to success. Berger has experienced tremendous growth from the time he opened his first laundromat in 2000. Since then, he has acquired six additional stores and is currently constructing his seventh.<\/p>\nWith no background in the laundry business initially, Berger relied heavily on expert distributors and supportive manufacturers to get his locations up and running. These laundry industry experts have the resources and knowledge to help both new and seasoned business owners through the laundromat building process and beyond. Without these partners, Berger\u2019s businesses would not stand as they are today.<\/p>\n
Small Business Venture<\/h1>\n
After earning his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation from Villanova University, Berger began his career in mortgage-backed securities in New York City. Following a few years of banking, he decided he wanted to follow in his great grandfather\u2019s footsteps and invest in a small business. Dry cleaning seemed like the right investment because his family had been in the business since 1896. Berger left New York City and returned to his home state of New Jersey to pursue a new business venture.<\/p>\n
In 1996, 100 years after his great grandfather opened the doors to his first dry cleaning business, Berger opened one of his own. Shortly after opening the business, he realized that in order to provide superior customer service and take his entrepreneurial dreams to the next level, he preferred to be on site and involved in all aspects of production at all times. Berger\u2019s desire to be ever-present made it challenging for him to expand and replicate the business.<\/p>\n
Laundromats began to appeal to Berger because he recognized an opportunity to manage his stores remotely, which would allow him to open more stores and yield more revenue. He quickly found that management was made easy with his equipment brand of choice:\u00a0Huebsch\u00ae<\/a>\u00a0machines featuring innovative\u00a0Galaxy\u2122 600 controls<\/a>. With Galaxy, Berger has the ability to program and monitor his laundry equipment from a PC or laptop for ultimate convenience. This control system is complemented by remote management capabilities offered by the card payment system Berger opted to install on each of his machines. The system allows Berger to adjust vend prices and analyze performance data from any Internet-connected device. All data and reports are sent directly to his laptop or smartphone, and can be reviewed and managed from anywhere in the world. These two systems have ultimately eliminated the need for Berger to be physically present, while giving him peace of mind that stores are running efficiently and profitably. These were the capabilities he was searching for.<\/p>\nBerger says that his switch from dry cleaning to vended laundry, and thanks in part to the advanced control and payment system capabilities, allows him to focus on the aspects of the business that he enjoys most, \u201cthe marketing of the business, the growth of the business and providing better customer service.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nSelecting an Experienced Laundry Distribution Partner<\/h1>\n
When shopping for laundry equipment for his first laundromat, Berger went directly to his dry cleaning distributor,\u00a0Metropolitan Machinery<\/a>, and trusted sales manager Cliff Ross. As his mentor, Ross advised Berger about the appropriate quantity and capacity of machines to purchase. Ross\u2019s experience in the industry also qualified him to advise Berger on a viable location for his stores, based on extensive knowledge of the area and its demographics.<\/p>\n\n\u201cCliff is familiar with the demographics of specific regions I\u2019m interested in. He is able to help me make location decisions by reviewing variables including percentage of renters, people per household, and income levels of the local population,\u201d<\/strong> <\/em>says Berger. \u201cHe can also give appropriate advice on important business decisions, such as vend price points based on his knowledge of the area.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nBerger adds that this invaluable industry knowledge has made him a loyal Metropolitan customer for life, as well as a successful businessman, as he continues to grow and expand Earlybird locations.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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When it comes to business expansion, Curtis Berger, owner of\u00a0Earlybird Laundromats<\/a>\u00a0based in New Jersey, knows the secrets to success. Berger has experienced tremendous growth from the time he opened his first laundromat in 2000. Since then, he has acquired six additional stores and is currently constructing his seventh.<\/p>\n With no background in the laundry business initially, Berger relied heavily on expert distributors and supportive manufacturers to get his locations up and running. These laundry industry experts have the resources and knowledge to help both new and seasoned business owners through the laundromat building process and beyond. Without these partners, Berger\u2019s businesses would not stand as they are today.<\/p>\n After earning his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation from Villanova University, Berger began his career in mortgage-backed securities in New York City. Following a few years of banking, he decided he wanted to follow in his great grandfather\u2019s footsteps and invest in a small business. Dry cleaning seemed like the right investment because his family had been in the business since 1896. Berger left New York City and returned to his home state of New Jersey to pursue a new business venture.<\/p>\n In 1996, 100 years after his great grandfather opened the doors to his first dry cleaning business, Berger opened one of his own. Shortly after opening the business, he realized that in order to provide superior customer service and take his entrepreneurial dreams to the next level, he preferred to be on site and involved in all aspects of production at all times. Berger\u2019s desire to be ever-present made it challenging for him to expand and replicate the business.<\/p>\n Laundromats began to appeal to Berger because he recognized an opportunity to manage his stores remotely, which would allow him to open more stores and yield more revenue. He quickly found that management was made easy with his equipment brand of choice:\u00a0Huebsch\u00ae<\/a>\u00a0machines featuring innovative\u00a0Galaxy\u2122 600 controls<\/a>. With Galaxy, Berger has the ability to program and monitor his laundry equipment from a PC or laptop for ultimate convenience. This control system is complemented by remote management capabilities offered by the card payment system Berger opted to install on each of his machines. The system allows Berger to adjust vend prices and analyze performance data from any Internet-connected device. All data and reports are sent directly to his laptop or smartphone, and can be reviewed and managed from anywhere in the world. These two systems have ultimately eliminated the need for Berger to be physically present, while giving him peace of mind that stores are running efficiently and profitably. These were the capabilities he was searching for.<\/p>\n Berger says that his switch from dry cleaning to vended laundry, and thanks in part to the advanced control and payment system capabilities, allows him to focus on the aspects of the business that he enjoys most, \u201cthe marketing of the business, the growth of the business and providing better customer service.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n When shopping for laundry equipment for his first laundromat, Berger went directly to his dry cleaning distributor,\u00a0Metropolitan Machinery<\/a>, and trusted sales manager Cliff Ross. As his mentor, Ross advised Berger about the appropriate quantity and capacity of machines to purchase. Ross\u2019s experience in the industry also qualified him to advise Berger on a viable location for his stores, based on extensive knowledge of the area and its demographics.<\/p>\n \u201cCliff is familiar with the demographics of specific regions I\u2019m interested in. He is able to help me make location decisions by reviewing variables including percentage of renters, people per household, and income levels of the local population,\u201d<\/strong> <\/em>says Berger. \u201cHe can also give appropriate advice on important business decisions, such as vend price points based on his knowledge of the area.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Berger adds that this invaluable industry knowledge has made him a loyal Metropolitan customer for life, as well as a successful businessman, as he continues to grow and expand Earlybird locations.<\/p>\n<\/div>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/huebsch.com\/vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2019\/08\/shop.png\")
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