The New York State Car Wash Association (NYSCWA) met at Sloop Brewing Co. on Wednesday, September 10, for its Fall Membership Meeting. The venue was established in 2011 by Adam Watson and second-generation brewer Justin Taylor, and named after the historic vessels that once cruised the nearby Hudson River. It is one of the nation’s fastest growing breweries and was an attendee hit.
Prior to the meeting’s start, attendees had the opportunity to visit a number of Foam & Wash sites, on their own. Spearheaded by Evan Baright, attendees got a first-hand taste of the outstanding diverse locations. The local family-owned company was founded in 1960 by Dick and Carleen Baright with their first location in New Windsor, NY. They now operate 12 locations throughout Dutchess and Orange counties including washes dog washes, gasoline and a Laundromat. A special “thank you” to the Baright family for opening up their locations to attendees.
The meeting featured a presentation by Matthew Scarchilli, the owner of Sandler by Winning Process, a sales training company that focuses its sales methodology by building relationships and qualifying leads through a multi-step process. Scarchilli engaged attendees, many of which included managers, in discussions on leadership. “We hear it often, ‘the difference is the people,’” said NYSCWA President Walt Hartl. “Matt spoke to our members about the importance of leadership in developing our teams for maximum performance. He was engaging and addressed real world issues for the attendees, and barely scratched the surface of what it means to lead effectively. Attendees were left wanting more so stay tuned as we look to partner with Matt in the future.”
The meeting also included some association business including a Secretary and Treasurer report by Rob Peter, as well as a legislative update from President Hartl. The association is currently following legislation on the state’s All-Electric Buildings Act, PFOA/PFOS (Forever Chemicals), Senate Bill 2025-S4153A (accepting cash) and the Workers’ Protection Act. For more information on these issues, and more, visit nyscwa.com. Longtime association Lobbyist Bill Crowell is advocating on your behalf.
President Hartl would also like to thank Event Sponsors Micrologic & Simoniz USA, Brews & Beverages Sponsors American Car Wash Solutions and Kleen-Rite Corp. and Dessert Sponsor the Northeast Carwasher magazine for their support of the association’s efforts and mission. “Their support provides us with the ability to put on great events like this one,” said Hartl. “Support them!”
For additional information on the New York State Car Wash Association visit nyscwa.com