At CITY, people come first—always. From service reps on the road to leaders in the office, the right person in the right position can drive a business forward. That’s why CITY puts serious thought into more than just resumes and job titles. We invest in understanding people—and one of the ways we do that is … Read more
We’ve said it before, but we’ll say it again—for Barb’s sake: CITY is only as strong as the people behind it, and few represent that better than Barb Gehrke. “I loved working at CITY,” Barb shared. “I wear my 100th anniversary CITY shirt once a week because I’m proud to have worked at CITY for … Read more
For Nik Hackaday, leadership is all about people. Recently promoted from District Manager to Service Manager, overseeing two CITY service depots, Nik brings a blend of team-building, problem-solving, and customer-first service to everything he does. “I’d say first and foremost, I’m a team builder,” Nik shared. “I enjoy bringing different personalities together toward a common … Read more
What started as a middle-of-the-night brainstorm has become one of CITY Laundering Co.’s greatest growth stories. This year marks a major milestone: 15 years of service in the Des Moines metro and 7 years since opening the permanent Polk City, IA, facility—a clear sign that the early gamble paid off. It all started with a … Read more
At CITY Laundering, growth isn’t just a business strategy—it’s embedded in our DNA. Over four generations, CITY has evolved from a small-town Iowa laundry into a multi-division powerhouse serving the Upper Midwest. That transformation hasn’t happened by chance. It’s the result of a company culture built on reinvestment, adaptability, and a steady focus on long-term … Read more
At CITY Laundering, sustainability isn’t just a future goal—it’s a present priority. More and more, the industries we serve are demanding environmentally responsible practices from their partners. From hospitals to manufacturers, our customers care about aligning with companies that operate efficiently, reduce waste, and take accountability for their impact. That’s why we’ve made sustainability a … Read more
At CITY Laundering, growth isn’t just a goal—it’s a mindset embedded in everything we do. “Nothing happens until someone makes a sale,” said CITY President Colin Wetlaufer, quoting his grandfather. “That philosophy still holds true today. Even as we work hard to retain our customers, we recognize the need to continually expand into new markets … Read more
At CITY, we take pride in our dedicated team members who bring expertise and passion to their work every day. One such team member is Margaret Leach, Production Supervisor for CITY Healthcare. With over 25 years in the laundry industry, Margaret’s journey is a testament to hard work, adaptability, and a true commitment to excellence. … Read more
Are you ready to take your sales career to the next level with a company that not only values growth but has been driving it for over 100 years? CITY Laundering, also known as CITY Clean and Simple, has a strong focus on growth, and as long-time CITY leader Mark Ballo says, “The best part … Read more
Starting a new job can be an exciting but also nerve-wracking time. You have made it through the process of getting hired but now what? At CITY, we want to make the experience as easy and as comfortable as possible. We know it can be overwhelming. We know there are a lot of necessary steps … Read more