Long before opening his Lapels Cleaners in Nashville, Tennessee, Chris Cooley was an ambitious entrepreneur owning an insurance brokerage and working as a financial adviser. His two jobs kept him on the road more than he liked, and he decided to open his location hoping that it would enable him to stay closer to home. By Elice Morgenson
When aspiring entrepreneurs take the leap into business ownership, they can find the franchise process daunting. To facilitate the ownership process, Lapels Cleaners has created several business models that fit every background and financial situation. By Elice Morgenson
According to Michael Eisner, today’s consumers are driving major changes in dry cleaning and laundry, an industry where many businesses are still using the outdated practices they have used since they opened countless years ago. By Elice Morgenson
For over 20 years, Lapels Cleaners has continued to build a greener future for communities by embrac- ing ecologically sustainable practices. In addition to the environmental benefits, Lapels supports and encourages each location to participate in community initiatives. By Elice Morgenson