client spotlight

WHAT VALUES HAVE DEFINED MIKE’S CAR WASH FOR 75 YEARS?

Joe Dahm said: “We’re in the people business; we just happen to wash cars.” Our focus on people doesn’t simply refer to our relationship with customers. Mike’s Carwash is widely lauded in the industry and our local communities for being a model employer. We have won numerous “Best Employer” awards across our three-state footprint, validating our team-building approach.

We Value Team Members: Team members drive Mike’s success! We seek candidates with a strong aptitude for customer service and reward them for a job well done.

We Value Integrity: Whether working with customers or other team members, we expect every Mike’s team member to act with integrity.

We Value Giving Back: As corporate citizens, Mike’s Carwash plays a vital role in the life of the communities we serve. Since 2014, Mike’s Carwash has raised more than $3.5 million to support the work of local organizations that are making a difference in people’s lives. Our ongoing charitable partnerships include:

Reds Community Fund

The Anthony Munoz Foundation

Big Brothers Big Sisters

YMCA Youth Services Bureau of Ft. Wayne

We Value Fun: The one thing that defines Mike’s Carwash culture more than anything is our focus on fun! We encourage our team members to enjoy their time at Mike’s through outings, contests, and other team activities.

WHAT WAS IT ABOUT HORAN THAT IGNITED OUR PARTNERSHIP?

Having a relationship with HORAN for benefits gave us insight into the highest level of service. Our relationship with HORAN as our 401(k) advisor began in 2023. They were on our list of firms to meet with based on the responsiveness and care we have experienced from Dominic Franchini, Cassandra Rendina, and Julie Lowe from their benefits team. In addition, Paul A. Carl and Jason Skirvin were helpful from the first meeting and have been able to help orient our team to 401(k) management.

Mike and Joe Dahm appreciate doing business with another family company from Cincinnati. Especially a company like HORAN, which also started in 1948 and prides itself on providing excellent customer service and training. We have a lot in common.