2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS *All events are subject to changes due to current circumstances. FEB 27 MAR 1, 2022 2022 SCWA CONVENTION & CAR WASH EXPO Fort Worth Convention Center Fort Worth, Texas MAY 9-11, 2022 THE CAR WASH SHOW 2022 Music City Center Nashville, Tennessee JUNE 7-8, 2022 HEARTLAND CARWASH ASSOCIATION: 2022 PRODUCT & EQUIPMENT SHOW The Prairie Meadows Events and Conference Center Altoona, Iowa SEPT 17-19, 2022 NORTHEAST REGIONAL CARWASH CONVENTION Atlantic City Convention Center Atlantic City, New Jersey Association News Carwash Association of Pennsylvania CAP President shares hopes for the new year The following is a letter from Keith Lutz, president of the Association, to the CAP members: Dear Fellow Carwash Professionals, Friends and Colleagues: The start of any new year brings with it a hope for change, advancement, and growth. Combine this with the fact that 2021 was not a magical “reset” we were hoping for coming off of 2021. So for many reasons, I think we can all say that we look to 2022 with a renewed hope of progress while also celebrating the obstacles we continue to overcome as an industry. Foremost, I wish to recognize and celebrate the recipient of CAP’s Carwasher of the Year Award, Josh Lindsay of WetGo Car Wash (Northwest PA). Josh embodies the passion and energy that makes the carwash industry great! He has advanced his career with WetGo over the years, helping them open new locations and providing exceptional customer service every step along the way. In his words, “I know I’ve had a positive impact on a guest’s day when I see a smile on their face!” Congratulations, Josh! CAP is also looking forward to again hosting various networking events this year, which includes our annual baseball outing, dinner and tabletop show, and golf outing fundraiser and picnic. Specific dates will be confirmed soon, so please stay tuned into our communications, visit our website at www.pacarwash.org, or email executivedirector@pacarwash. org to receive updates. We really hope to have you join us at one or all of these events – families and spouses are welcome! If you are not a current CAP member, we invite you to join our growing network of operators and vendors from across the Commonwealth. We have hit the ground running in 2022 with plans to invest additional resources into our membership this year, resources that will help all carwash businesses, both operators and vendors, better connect, collaborate and contribute to our industry. Please visit us today at www.pacarwash.org learn more and get involved. New York State Car Wash Association New Yorkers enjoy a game at Citi Field The Association recently stated that despite a rainout on May 28, the New York State Car Wash Association (NYSCWA) was able to move its annual Mets Event to September 17. The Mets took on the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field in Flushing Meadows/Corona Park, New York. The game, according to the NYSCWA, saw the Mets fight back from an early lead by the Phillies, and unfortunately, their efforts fell short with a 4-3 loss to Philadelphia. “Every time we come to Citi Field, it’s exciting and a really great day for our members and their families,” NYSCWA President Walt Hartl stated. “I wouldn’t miss this event, and I’m so thankful we were able to hold It is with great pride that I say that the carwash industry continues to prove its resilience and commitment to being a helpful community within and beyond the borders of Pennsylvania. Now into a new year, some of us will enter the industry while others will exit, some of us will grow or expand, while others may look to downsize or sell. The common denominator is our passion for serving others, in whatever form that may come. Thank you all for serving our industry well and being a part of this very special community. Best wishes for a safe, healthy and prosperous 2022! Keith Lutz President, Carwash Association of Pennsylvania it this year, albeit on a smaller scale.” COVID restrictions limited the number of attendees in the Porsche Party Suite to 35, but that did not dampen everyone’s excitement at being back together and enjoying America’s greatest pastime, a statement read. “I’ve been involved in this event for more years than I care to remember, and every year it brings a smile to my face,” said Event Coordinator Mike Benmosche. “You couldn’t ask for a better venue. And you couldn’t ask for a better group of operators in which to enjoy it.” This year’s event was sponsored by Micrologic Associates, Ledgewood, New Jersey. 26 • WINTER 2022
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