He Borrowed $2 Million to Buy a Laundromat!

What would make someone leave a stable corporate job to build laundromats? Meet Omer Khan, the owner of Skyline Laundromats, who invested over $2 million into transforming outdated spaces into modern, tech-forward laundry hubs in Atlanta.

In this video, Omer shares his full journey from growing up in the laundromat business to scaling four locations (and counting). After working as a corporate consultant for brands like Chick-fil-A and Pfizer, he took a leap of faith and never looked back.

🧺 Inside the Business

State-of-the-art washers, 75 lb. dryers & card-based payment systems

30+ cameras, remote access control, LED lighting & vending machines

Fully attended service, commercial accounts & pickup/delivery

Strategic washer layout, lounge seating, and ice cream at the counter

🔧 Behind the Scenes

In-house repairs with backup support

Organized inventory, bulk detergent management & retooled equipment

POS system for wash & fold and automated vending systems

📍 Location Matters
Omer purchased one location in under 3 weeks, no research, just hustle. Located near a flea market, college, and busy street, the laundromat is thriving thanks to smart site selection and intentional design.

💼 Key Takeaways

Networking and finding the right distributor are crucial

Retooling with mixed washer sizes improves customer flow

Technology like access control, POS & card systems saves time

Giving back: Skyline hosted a free event for 300+ families with food & medical care during the 2022 Clean Show

Whether you're a laundromat owner or just love stories of bold entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with insights on operations, retooling, staffing, and scaling.

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