Alsco Uniforms: The It Pays to Keep Clean Podcast

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Jun 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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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.

April 9, 2026Episode 629 min

Season 3, Episode 6: A Culture of Safety. Jim’s Visits to Nashville, Denver, and Phoenix

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Jim and Dana discuss Jim's most recent branch visits. He visited Music City to talk totes and AllFresh product sampling, the Mile High City to visit their well-maintained facilities and meet some success stories from the internal management development program, and the Valley of the Sun to see their creative initiatives to make safety fun.

April 2, 2026Episode 519 min

Season 3, Episode 5: La Dolce Vita of Dirty Laundry

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Dana says “ciao” to the President of Alsco Italia Fabrizo D’Antino, as they discuss his climb up the ranks in the company, the biggest changes he’s seen in his tenure, and the needed capacity of their new branches, both completed and in progress.

March 12, 2026Episode 420 min

Season 3, Episode 4: Cold Weather, Warm Hearts: Jim’s Visits to Chicago and Florida

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Jim recounts his visits to Chicago and three Florida branches that have “never looked better”. Join Jim and Dana as they celebrate one of the best safety records company-wide in Miami, remark on the care taken by the team in Tallahassee, and praise the scheduled downtime for preventative maintenance in Tampa.

February 26, 2026Episode 330 min

Season 3, Episode 3: Staying “Fresh & Clean” with Monique Welsh and Steve Barden

Shh… It’s a secret! In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, General Manager – New Zealand/Asia Monique Welsh and General Manager – Australia Steve Barden spill the beans on a new ESG initiative they’re excited about. They also discuss how they got to their current roles with Alsco Uniforms, market opportunities in APAC, and what they’re looking forward to in 2026.

February 12, 2026Episode 111 min

Season 3, Episode 1: Martina Testolina on Operational Excellence and Overcoming Adversity

In this episode of the It Pays To Keep Clean podcast, Chief Operating Officer of Alsco Italia Martina Testolina bravely fights her jet lag to talk with Dana about her 30-year! journey with Alsco Uniforms, expectations versus reality for starting her new position in January of 2020, and her current focus areas.

February 12, 2026Episode 222 min

Season 3, Episode 2: Negotiation Nation: Jenny Shi’s 2026 Outlook

Description: "Since age 3, Senior Supply Chain Manager Jenny Shi has known she was destined to be a master negotiator. Now, she leads our small but mighty Supply Chain team with the same tenacity and drive. In this episode, she shares her ambitious plans for 2026 and beyond with Dana."

January 8, 2026Episode 1923 min

Season 2, Episode 19: Shep Hyken on Asking the Extra Question

Author, public speaker, customer experience expert… magician? Shep Hyken speaks after his keynote address at the Managers Meeting in Carlsbad, CA. He details the five key actions to take when there’s a customer problem or complaint, shares the Employee Golden Rule, and emphasizes the importance of asking the Extra Question.