How do you scale a commercial cleaning company past $100 million—and set your sights on $300 million?
In this episode of the Business of Cleaning Podcast, host Tim Clagg sits down with Adam Povlitz, CEO of Anago Cleaning Systems, to break down the strategies, leadership principles, and real-world decisions behind building one of the fastest-growing cleaning franchise systems in the industry.
From leaving IBM to cleaning daycares at night, Adam shares his journey to the CEO seat—and the mindset required to scale a service business in a competitive market.
In this episode, you will learn:
How Anago’s unique 3-tier franchise model drives growth and scalability
The role of technology and proprietary systems in modern janitorial operations
Key leadership lessons from navigating the COVID-19 pandemic
The 5-prong strategy that helped Anago surpass $100M in just 19 months
Why 2026 is shaping up to be the “Year of Experience” in business
How AI is transforming the cleaning industry—and the human skills that will matter most
Smart pricing strategies when clients push back on budgets
Warning signs your cleaning services are underpriced
The importance of integrity and long-term thinking in business decisions
Adam’s approach to servant leadership and building a lasting legacy
Whether you own a commercial cleaning business, operate a franchise, or want to grow as a leader, this episode delivers actionable insights you can apply immediately.
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