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About Us
AAdvantage Laundry Systems, Inc. founded in 1996 is one of the largest volume distributors in the world, generating over 30 million in revenue annually.
We offer turn-key solutions which include design and layout services, financing or leasing options, full service and installation technicians, construction consultation, business projections, site location demographics, and evaluation of green-friendly alternatives to reduce energy consumption and reduce operating expenses.
AAdvantage Laundry Systems is part of EVI Industries. EVI is a distributor of commercial laundry and dry cleaning equipment, industrial boilers, and related parts, supplies, and technical services. AAdvantage Laundry Systems strives to partner with customers in the market through volume purchasing and discount.
Meet the Team
Ryan Smith
President
Ryan joined AAdvantage Laundry Systems as an installation technician in a part-time role while attending college. He transitioned into a sales/branch manager position, when he opened the first AAdvantage Laundry Systems branch office in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Ryan spent 8 years in Tulsa before joining a global consulting firm as an Assistant Vice President in Raleigh, NC. In February 2010, Ryan rejoined AAdvantage as the Vice President and now holds the role of President. Ryan has been an integral part of not only AAdvantage's sales and revenue growth but also it's geographical footprint.
Will Hunt
VP Operations
Will joined AAdvantage in 2023 as the VP of Operations for the Central Region of EVI. He is responsible for the operations strategy and growth of the business units in the central region. Will received his BS in Electrical Engineering from Southern Methodist University. Prior to AAdvantage, Will owned and managed multiple businesses in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience in operations leadership and M&A and has held several executive positions overseeing successful turnarounds and acquisitions.
Thao Le
Controller
Thao joined AAdvantage Laundry Systems as Controller in the South Central Region. She received her BS in Computer Science and Software Engineering, MS in Accounting, and MBA, all from the University of Texas at Dallas. She is a Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Internal Auditor, and Certified Public Accountant. Previous experience includes internal audit, public accounting (audit and advisory), and progressive accounting positions. She has had several consulting positions with system conversions and integration to round out her experience. She enjoys hiking, gardening, and playing strategy games.
Daniel Kramer
Sales Manager - OK,AR
David Somerman
Sales Manager - West TX
David Trotter
Sales Manager - Central TX
Jason Napier
Sales Manager - NC,SC,VA
Janis Zimmerman
Sales Manager - Industrial
Jerry Lewis
Sales Manager - Multi-Housing
Marcela Veloz
Sales Enablement Director
Richie Lamb
Sales Manager - East TX, LA
Shawn Allen
Sales Manager - Government
Heather Mccullough
Human Resources Director
Alex Izedonmwen
Marketing Director
Eddie Owens
Install Manager
Jeff Walden
Service Manager
Scott Frankum
Parts Manager
Justin Owens
Parts Specialist
Krystal Kinser
Dispatcher
Matthew Jackson
Logistics Coordinator
Travis Varnell
Logistics
Tonya Crane
Dispatcher