Edward Smith

For over four decades, I’ve been deeply embedded in the coin laundry industry, building and redeveloping hundreds of laundromats from the ground up, overseeing everything from their initial design to their grand openings. My extensive experience includes mastering the operational intricacies through managing dozens of laundromats for my previous company. However, until recently, job restrictions prevented me from owning my own laundromat. Now, with DJ’s Laundromart, I have the freedom to implement crucial changes that significantly enhance the customer experience. 

My passion extends beyond the business into community involvement and philanthropy. Over forty years ago, I began volunteering with the North Miami Beach optimist club, which offered sports programs funded by volunteers due to lack of city resources. My involvement grew into leadership positions, expanding the program significantly. This experience underlined the importance of contributing to community welfare, a principle we uphold at DJ’s. Additionally, inspired by my wife’s Aunt Lee Klein, a pioneer in philanthropy who founded the Children’s Caring Cancer Center, I’ve embraced a lifelong commitment to philanthropy. This center raised hundreds of millions for pediatric cancer research and provided care at no cost, demonstrating the profound impact of dedicated charitable work.