Alsco Uniforms: The It Pays to Keep Clean Podcast

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Oct 2026

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Welcome to the "It Pays to Keep Clean" Podcast, brought to you by Alsco Uniforms, where we delve into the dynamic world of laundry services and uniform management. Our podcast is a treasure trove of industry insights, personal stories, and expert knowledge tailored for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

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October 8, 2026Episode 1714 min

Season 3, Episode 17: Deep Roots and Detours: Jim Goes West

“The Pivot” took on a different meaning in this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, where Jim recounts his trip to the west coast that included a last-minute stop swap. Reno was unfortunately experiencing wildfires, so the group decided to pop into Medford instead, and it didn’t take long to realize, “they’re ready every day”. In Sacramento, Jim reminisced on his first ever branch visit there and remarked on the building’s new façade. Lastly, Jim told the story of his first visit to the San Francisco branch 28 years ago with a special little guest.

September 24, 2026Episode 1616 min

Season 3, Episode 16: Process Improvements and Positive Attitudes

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Jim and Dana catch up on his branch visits from July. First, in the Midwest, Jim and Bob got to tour the new Indianapolis branch for the first time since its completion. Next, Jim made his way to the east coast. In Lanham, one of our focus branches, Jim was happy to see some familiar faces during Talk On The Dock. In Wilmington, another focus branch, Jim celebrates that “they’re doing all the right things” and in time they’ll start to see the benefits. In Rochester, Jim found the two separate processing facilities to be very organized, especially considering how much they’ve grown.

September 3, 2026Episode 1524 min

Season 3, Episode 15: Plate Spinners and Award Winners

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Jim reviews his June visits to focus branches and flagship plants across the country. First, in Chicago, Jim commended the team for their resilience bouncing back from the disruption of their large soil and wash floor expansion last year. Next, in San Jose, Jim reacquainted himself with the facility and loved the flow of the plant. Finally, in San Diego, Jim started his visit in the route room and finished it with a math lesson.

August 20, 2026Episode 1418 min

Season 3, Episode 14: Unexpected Guests and Selling Contests in Region 1

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Jim reviews his visits to several focus branches for Alsco Uniforms in Region 1. In Seattle, Jim took a tour featuring some innovative technology. Happy to have warmer weather than on his last trip, Jim enjoyed a nice dinner and even better customer feedback in Anchorage. Last on the itinerary was Billings, where they are building a team of impactful, stable management professionals.

August 6, 2026Episode 1322 min

Season 3, Episode 13: “The Relationship Business” with Harland Norris

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Dana talks with Regional Manager for Region 5, Harland Norris, as he reminisces about his invaluable experience as an RSR early in his career, emphasizes the importance of having fun in sales, and celebrates the double-digit growth in his region.

July 9, 2026Episode 1227 min

Season 3, Episode 12: New Role, Old Dreams – Andrew Steiner on his Journey from Intern to CFO

Before he could drive a car, CFO Andrew Steiner found himself working for the family business. Now, he leads six departments in the General Office that support him in making strong financial decisions and considering all aspects of the company. Join us for this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, where Andrew shares with Dana why safety is a cause near and dear to him, what his team’s 2026 outlook will bring, and how we can benefit most from AI.

June 18, 2026Episode 1116 min

Season 3, Episode 11: Bill Pinti’s “Laundry List” of Upcoming Training and Development Projects

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Dana hears from Training and Development Manager Bill Pinti about the “laundry list of projects” his team has in the pipeline, keeping learning content up to date in an everchanging world, and how his team uses AI to streamline knowledge check creation.

June 4, 2026Episode 1027 min

Season 3, Episode 10: Guiding “The Heart” of the Sales Team

It’s no emergency, but the SOS team is here to help! Join us for this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, where Dana sits down with the West and East National Sales Operations Supervisors, Amanda Frye and Melissa Mead. Amanda celebrates her Western team’s low turnover and shares her passion for Salesforce's power. Melissa encourages a proactive mindset in her Eastern team and takes credit for the Sales Operations Specialists’ new titles!

May 14, 2026Episode 824 min

Season 3, Episode 8: Banking Capitals, Bedroom Communities, and Bunches of Smiles! Jim’s Time in Region 6

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Jim recounts his Region 6 visits to Charlotte, Richmond, and Allentown. Together, he and Dana celebrate the decades of service by many RSRs in the region, the teams' lively, friendly nature and the promising expertise of the new hires at these branches.

April 30, 2026Episode 715 min

Season 3, Episode 7: Handshakes and Good Habits. Frank Gibbs on Teambuilding

At his first Managers’ Meeting, Stratford General Manager Frank Gibbs talks with Dana about what brought him to Alsco Uniforms, the importance of meeting customers in person, and the unique team dynamics in the Stratford branch.

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