Well I have to say this all started with me reading a thread on another pressure washing forum about roundtables and events planned in the spring and early summer. Then several joined in to say that these events were planned during the cleaning season and many couldnt break away from their companies to attend that time of year.
One exclaimed why couldnt someone plan these events in the middle of January in Florida. That hit me just right and my mind started working on why couldnt I do a soft wash event. That was the week of Thanksgiving 2011.
Well as things went they were pretty good. The event went as I had dreamed or invisioned it. However as a first event of this magnitude I was completely overwhelmed in many ways. My vision was only realized because of the enourmous support of Bill Booz, Chris Madden, Ryan Wilkins, Ray Burke, Pete Marentay, Paul Kassander and others. Bill just outright told me, "AC I am your right hand, just do what you need to do and dont worry about __________________ I will take care of it." That attitude was also taken by many of the attendees and the hotel / conference center employees. I am only one man and that man often doesnt know when to say uncle and though I had taken on alot with this It was daunting to pull off. The help of the COMMUNITY really made this an excellent event.
Chris Madden took 3.5 gigs of pix and my video guy took hours of footage. I will post a few pix here. Maybe others will as well.
Softwashapolooza was awesome and really fulfilling for me to hear the many stories about softwashing playing a part of healing families in this economy.
Man... sad I missed it! It would have been cool to meet averyone. Looks like an awesome training event! I know these guys took alot away from that event! Impliment and grow your companies like crazy!
This annual event will truly jump start and launch successful companies. Thank you for paving the way and a shout out to all attendees-- We look forward to reaping some benefits as you post in the month's ahead on your experiences there and how implementing the strategies has grown your businesses this year.
The presenters appear to be some very knowledgeable people in the industry so thanks to them too.
I had a chance to meet many people, and put a face with
a name/avatar. There were some I did not get a chance to
talk with one on one, but I am available anytime someone needs
help or has questions. There was a ton of information shared, not
only from the event instruction, but also amongst the attendees.
I look forward to
Softwashapolooza 2013 January 24,25,26.
Set these dates on your calender now, you will not be disappointed.
Chris
And Chris was a great Designated Driver!!! LOL!
Had a wonderful time with everyone at the event. Learned a lot and am very motivated to take my business from strictly commercial to also offering great residential softwash services!
Deffinetly looking forward to next year for round 2!!!
Thank you AC and company for a great event!!!
I was teaching him to prospect for me. Lol. I want to say thanks to Ac Chris Ray Paul Pete Bill and all the people I didn't get to meet that made it possible THANK YOU
I had a chance to meet many people, and put a face with
a name/avatar. There were some I did not get a chance to
talk with one on one, but I am available anytime someone needs
help or has questions. There was a ton of information shared, not
only from the event instruction, but also amongst the attendees.
I look forward to
Softwashapolooza 2013 January 24,25,26.
Set these dates on your calender now, you will not be disappointed.
Chris
And Chris was a great Designated Driver!!! LOL! Had a wonderful time with everyone at the event. Learned a lot and am very motivated to take my business from strictly commercial to also offering great residential softwash services! Deffinetly looking forward to next year for round 2!!! Thank you AC and company for a great event!!!
Garrett ,
It was great hanging with you guys. It was my responsibility to make sure everyone got around safely, and I enjoyed all the great conversations. It was great to have the one on one time with everyone, and look forward to keeping in touch, and helping you guys along in your business.
To all,
I had some time to kill before my flight took off on Sunday. I went back to the bank and the awnings we cleaned to get some post cleaning photos. The photos came out unbelievable, especially the awnings. I'm new at this forum communication, so if someone could give me instructions I will upload them. I have both pre and post cleaning.
Thank you,
John
Hey just wanted to say I had a great time and LEARNED A LOT and made some great contacts. This is the kick in the.... that I needed. Thanks for all the information !
Never asked about registration....the inquiry was about the cost...
Last years was $499.99 not including lodging. This year we are doing it at a confrence center and may include the lodging / food. Trying to keep it around the same price.