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Kerryn J wollington
Director of Training LDC Luxury Dry Cleaning. Member since 2016.
“LDC Luxury Dry Cleaning are extremely proud to be members of The Association of Wedding Gown Specialists, in Australia. From the great knowledge provided and accessibility to the members and a wealth of knowledge to providing out clients with peace of mind that the service we provide is of the highest quality Standard. Our mantra “taking care of the precious memories” is one we strive for with everything we do. As a current board member of the DIA Dry Cleaning institute of Australia and The Director of Training of Australia’s only Registered Training Organisation for Dry Cleaning AWGS compliments our brand, our quality standards, our company values and our sustainability values.”
Janet Garman
Vice President Glyndon Lord Baltimore Cleaners. Member since 2021.
“Since becoming members of the Association of Wedding Gown Specialists in early 2021, we have seen 30% growth in our wedding department. There are many benefits to being a member of AWGS, but the ones we have found to be most beneficial are the marketing materials and the amazing network of professional members. Their wisdom and willingness to share expertise have been resources that you can’t put a price on. If you are serious about cleaning, preservation, and other areas associated with wedding gown care, this is the group for you.”
Sasha Ablitt
Ablitt’s Fine Cleaning, Santa Barbara, California. Member since 1998.
“Ablitt’s membership in the Association of Wedding Gown Specialists has the highest ROI if any marketing investment we make. Connecting with like-minded drycleaners to share best practices for cleaning and marketing our wedding gown service is priceless.
The membership is always responsive through the Google Group. Having a group of experts to refer to in an instant is a major stress-saver, and provides us with the confidence to accept more challenging projects. The annual meeting is a way for members to connect with each other more closely and to grow as a dry cleaner. The speakers at the meeting are always novel, interesting and helpful. The educational programs are available to owners and employees alike.
I highly suggest that anyone interested in providing in-house wedding gown cleaning join this association!”
Steve Tucciarello
Colony Cleaners, Rochester, New York. Member since 2002
“Our long time affiliation with the Association of Wedding Gown Specialists has set us apart from other dry cleaners in our area in both gown care and in our daily dry cleaning services. Since we are a specialist of wedding gowns, it lends confidence to customers across the range of all of our services. As a member we have access to marketing that we could not do on our own and access to knowledge that we could not get anywhere else.“
KYLE MATTHEWS
Janet Davis Cleaners, Berkley, Michigan. Member since 2006
“As the President of Janet Davis Cleaners in Berkey, MI, I am delighted to share my experience with the Association Wedding Gown Specialists since joining in 2005. Becoming a member has not only increased our sales and profits, but it has also allowed me to expand my network by connecting with top-tier professionals in the wedding gown cleaning industry worldwide.
What I find most rewarding about being part of this group is the opportunity to build relationships with high-level operators from across the globe. These connections have fostered a collaborative atmosphere, enabling us to share knowledge, experiences, and strategies, which has greatly benefited my business.
The Association’s wealth of knowledge and training resources have been invaluable in helping me excel in the wedding gown cleaning business. From mastering cleaning and preservation techniques to understanding the latest industry and marketing trends, the training provided by the Association has equipped me with the skills and knowledge needed to consistently exceed my clients’ expectations.
In summary, my membership with the Association Wedding Gown Specialists has been a game-changer for both my personal and professional growth. I am confident that anyone seeking to thrive in the wedding gown cleaning industry will find immense value in joining this esteemed group of professionals.”
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