Modernizing Cleaning: The LIMPIAR Story with CEO & Founder Demi Oloyede

Summary

In this episode, Evan J. Cholfin interviews Demi Oloyede, CEO and founder of LIMPIAR, a company revolutionizing the commercial cleaning industry through eco-friendly practices and innovative technology. Demi shares her journey from cleaning jobs to founding LIMPIAR, the growth of the company, and the importance of sustainable cleaning practices. The conversation covers the challenges of transitioning clients to eco-friendly methods, the misconceptions surrounding green cleaning, and the future of the commercial cleaning industry. Demi emphasizes the need for a balance between sustainability and client needs, the significance of educating clients, and the exciting innovations in upcycling waste.

Takeaways

Demi Oloyede founded LIMPIAR to address gaps in the cleaning market.
LIMPIAR has over 10,000 cleaners on its platform.
The company started in residential cleaning before expanding.
Green cleaning is the most effective method used by LIMPIAR.
Upcycling waste is a key focus for sustainable practices.
Sustainability can be cost-effective for businesses.
CSR goals help organizations embrace sustainability.
Misconceptions about green cleaning include cost and effectiveness.
Training staff on sustainable practices is crucial.
LIMPIAR plans to expand into new service areas and technologies.

Soundbites

"I'm excited, ready to go."
"Waste is not really waste."
"Every organization has CSR goals."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Limpiar and Its Mission
01:03 The Genesis of Limpiar
02:26 Innovative Approaches to Cleaning
04:29 Best Practices in Eco-Friendly Cleaning
08:08 Balancing Sustainability with Client Expectations
11:38 Challenges in Transitioning to Eco-Friendly Solutions
13:27 Common Misconceptions About Green Cleaning
15:23 Training Staff on Sustainable Practices
16:51 Differentiating in the Commercial Cleaning Market
18:40 Future Expansion Plans for Limp ER
21:17 The Evolution of the Commercial Cleaning Industry
22:17 Innovations in Sustainable Cleaning
23:00 Success Metrics for the Next Year

Video

https://youtu.be/14DiSA1i1dY