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Michael Erstad has joined the highly-respected team at America’s Best Cleaners as production management and mechanical consultant bringing extensive experience pertaining to all facets of the drycleaning industry. From the boiler room to the board room, he has developed extensive knowledge throughout his career.
A graduate of North Seattle College, he has held various leadership positions including General Manager of Blue Sky Cleaners and owner/operator of National Drycleaners which he led for over 25 years. Specialising in high-end garment care, he developed a strong reputation for his attention to detail and has transitioned his focus to bridal care. He currently owns Seattle Wedding Dress Specialist, Seattle's premier bridal gown service, which he operates with his two sons.
Erstad is a certified Meile Technician, SystemK4 Deployment specialist, and has been a start-up and systems trainer for the King County and state of Washington wet cleaning grant program deploying the Kreussler/Miele Lanadol Wet Cleaning system.
Erstad said: “I'm excited to be part of the ABC team. I have always had much respect for the way ABC supports and educates its clients. It truly is enjoyable working with people that have such a passion for seeing hard-working people succeed!"
ABC executive director Chris White said: “I have been fortunate to have worked with Mike in a variety of operational situations over the last ten years and have always been impressed with his approach, demeanor and the level of knowledge he is able to instill in the people he trains. Mike will play a key role in helping us improve affiliate management teams and consulting clients with his extensive workflow, mechanical and management knowledge. He has decades of experience from successfully owning and managing dry cleaners of all sizes and is an expert in all of the latest technologies that are in high demand."
