Behind The Business

Behind The Business

Car Wash M&A

Episodes 29
Avg. Duration 31m
Activity Highly Active
Since Feb 2022
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

#1 Advisor to Car Wash Chains Nationwide. From strategic acquisitions to joint ventures and partnerships, we’ll break down the trends that shape the car wash industry. Our team will share their insights on what drove deals, what companies rose to the top of the M&A ranks, and what investors can expect going forward. Tune in to Behind The Business the podcast as we review the biggest news in car wash M&A, provide expert analysis, and offer valuable insights into the future of this rapidly evolving industry.

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S1E6 Is It Time To Sell? The 3 Rules of A Winning Exit

Jun 10, 2026 7m Transcript

Send us Fan MailAre you wondering if the window for a high-value car wash exit is closing? Jeff Pavone breaks down why current market multiples represent a pinnacle for valuations and why waiting for…

S1E5 The Five-Year Cycle: Reading the Map of Car Wash M&A

Jun 03, 2026 19m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThe car wash industry has seen a massive shift over the last half-decade as consolidation reshapes how businesses operate and sell. In this episode, we dive into the history of these…

S1E4 Exit Strategy: Preparing Your Business for Sale

May 27, 2026 27m Transcript

Send us Fan MailPreparing your business for sale is a strategic endeavor that can significantly impact your transaction's success. In this insightful episode, hosts Chris Jenks and Jeff Pavone of…

S1E3 Deal Killers: What Tanks Car Wash Transactions After the LOI

May 20, 2026 26m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWhat really tanks car wash M&A deals after the LOI? Behind The Business hosts Chris Jenks and Jeff Pavone break down the biggest post-LOI pitfalls—from quality of earnings gaps…

S1E2 The Playbook for What Good Looks Like in Car Wash Operations

May 13, 2026 21m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we break down what good looks like in the car wash industry—capital partners, exit timing, operational discipline, and the fast-evolving role of technology. You’ll…

S1E1 What Is Driving Multiples Today?

May 06, 2026 22m Transcript

Send us Fan MailExplore the nuanced world of car wash multiples with hosts Chris Jenks and Jeff Pavone on Behind The Business. This episode provides an essential guide for car wash owners and…

Car Wash M&A is heating back up. Find out what's driving it.

Jun 12, 2025 33m

Send us Fan MailListen to the latest podcast where Jeff Pavone and Chris Jenks, CFA discuss what's driving today's car wash M&A. They break down insights from The Car Wash Show and explore what’s…

S1E20 Reflections from 2023, What’s in Store for 2024

Dec 28, 2023 38m

Send us Fan MailWhat are the trends and themes of the car wash industry as we look toward 2024? What has 2023 shown us about the current market and landscape for car wash owners? As we wrap up our…

S1E19 The Great Market Pause with Jeff Pavone and Matt DeWolf on CAR WASH The Podcast

Nov 30, 2023 57m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Car Wash M&A, host Lanese Barnett chats candidly with Matt DeWolf, chief marketing officer of the International Carwash Association and host of CAR WASH, the…

S1E18 Talking Tech: Boosting Brand Loyalty with Better Data

Aug 31, 2023 41m Transcript

Send us Fan MailDo you know how your customer really feels about your business? What keeps them loyal to your brand? Or what’s contributing to membership churn? As the car wash space continues to…

S1E18 Sun, Sand, and Podcast Pause: Summer Intermission

Jul 27, 2023 3m Transcript

Send us Fan MailHere at Car Wash M&A, The Podcast, we're taking a short break for summer. Until our next episode in August, we want to remind you that you can find all of our episodes wherever…

S1E17 Fuel to Foam: Gas/C-Stores Growing Presence in the Car Wash Space

Jun 29, 2023 31m Transcript

Send us Fan MailThe prompt on the gas pump to buy a car wash isn’t new. In-bay automatic car washes have been a regular add-on to many gas station chains for years, though usually as an intended…

S1E16 Here Are the 3 Biggest Takeaways from The Car Wash Show

May 25, 2023 33m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWant to know the Amplify team’s key takeaways and market insights gleaned from The Car Wash Show 2023? In this episode, Lanese talks with Amplify COO Chris Jenks about themes and…

S1E15 Sneak Peek of Amplify’s Sessions at The Car Wash Show

Apr 27, 2023 22m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWell, folks, The Car Wash Show is just around the corner, taking place May 8-10 in Las Vegas! If you’re attending, be sure to listen to this episode for a sneak peek of the timely and…

S1E14 Car Wash Market Update: Is Now a Good Time to Sell?

Mar 30, 2023 31m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWith Q1 closing out, where is the car wash market today, and is now a good time to sell your car wash? In this episode, Lanese Barnett and Jeff Pavone discuss lingering negative…

S1E13 Talking Tech: Data, Marketing, & Memberships with AMP

Feb 23, 2023 42m Transcript

Send us Fan MailHave you considered how a customer experience platform could strengthen your car wash business? Guests Dennis Dreeszen and Adam Trien talk with your host Lanese Barnett about AMP…

S1E12 Navigating a New Operating Environment with Paul Sigfusson

Jan 26, 2023 38m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWhat can car wash owners do today to facilitate their business’s continued growth and success amid changing market conditions? How do the current headwinds impact access to capital?…

S1E11 2022 Car Wash M&A Wrap-Up with Lanese Barnett

Dec 29, 2022 34m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWith so many changes in the car wash M&A space this past year, getting advice from industry experts is more important than ever. As we wrap up 2022 and prepare for 2023, we’re…

S1E10 The Great Market Reset with Jeff Pavone and Matt DeWolf on CAR WASH The Podcast

Nov 23, 2022 48m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWhat does the car wash M&A space look like as we head toward the end of 2022? In this episode, we share Amplify Car Wash Advisors Partner Jeff Pavone’s recent interview with Matt…

S1E9 Positioning for Growth by Developing Your Leadership Team

Oct 27, 2022 44m Transcript

Send us Fan MailFor business owners, recognizing that you can’t - and shouldn’t - do it all can be a humbling process. Bringing in other talented people to lead departments within your organization,…

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Behind The Business has published 29 episodes since February 2022, covering topics in Business, Investing.

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Behind The Business is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 31m.

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