September Brings New Learning Opportunities for Members
DLIs September Schedule of Events and Virtual Educational Series Adding credit card sale surcharges and finding the best rates for credit card processing can be daunting tasks for professional fabric care specialists. The Drycleaning & Laundry Institute will host “Credit Card Processing with Brian Pelczarski of Commonwealth Consulting Group,” an online presentation virtual educational series covering both of these nebulous topics September 7, 2022.
September 2022 Live Webinar Program
DLI presents the following virtual training schedule for September 2022.
• September 7 – DLI virtual education series
1 p.m. Eastern – Credit Card Processing with Brian Pelczarski of Commonwealth Consulting Group
On-Demand Webinar Library
This presentation is offered as part of DLI’s virtual educational series. Offered monthly, these sessions distill difficult topics into easy-to-understand lessons members can use to improve their businesses. All webinars presented by DLI are archived in the Members Only section of DLIonline.org, where members can find links to more than 100 recordings of previous programs. DLI began building its On-Demand Webinar Library in March 2020. Programs archived in the library cover the following categories and subtopics:
Diversification
• Lockers
• Restoration
• Routes
• Shoe Repair
• Wash-Dry-Fold
• Wedding Gowns
• Tailoring
Maintenance
• Boilers
• Drycleaning Machines
• General Maintenance
Management
• Business Strategies
• Customer Service
• Cybersecurity
• Hiring
• OSHA
• Sustainability
• Team Building
Marketing
• 19 Presentations on Various Topics with Dave Coyle of
Maverick Drycleaners
• 15 Additional Marketing Webinars Covering General Topics
Production
• Sweaters
• Velvet
• Winter Coats and Comforters
• Handling Linen Garments
Finishing
• Pants and Coats Finishing Techniques
• Finishing Techniques for Golf Shirts, Shorts and Neckties
Stain Removal
• Bleaching/Color Loss
• Delicate Fabrics
• Stain Removal Procedures in English and Spanish
Business Sales & Acquisitions
• Business Acquisitions
• Lease Negotiation
Fostering Community
In addition to providing regular virtual learning opportunities, DLI will continue hosting weekly Peer-to-Peer Member Zoom meetings every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Eastern in September to bring members together. “DLI believes in the value of peer-to-peer learning,” said Mary Scalco, DLI’s CEO. “Our weekly meetings are where DLI member cleaners share ideas and find ways to improve their businesses. Participants tell me they find these meetings very valuable, since both large and small operators share their experiences and learn from each other,” she said.
Strength in Numbers
“We remain 100% focused on helping members communicate and grow,” said Mary Scalco, DLI’s CEO. Members are invited to register for these free programs. “DLI’s doors are always open. All fabric care cleaning service providers are welcome to join DLI to gain access to these programs, membership benefits, services and savings.” Interest parties are invited to learn more at DLIonline.org/Join or call (800) 638-2627 for more information.
DLI exists to help member drycleaners succeed.
Learn more at DLIonline.org
