Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Fall Summit 2026
About this Event
Standard: $79.95
Daily Schedule
Friday, October 23: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, October 24: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, October 25: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Attendance is limited to approximately 75 participants.
October 23–25, 2026
If you're serious about starting or scaling a trash bin cleaning business, this summit is designed to provide practical knowledge, real-world experience, and direct access to successful operators and industry professionals. You'll leave with proven strategies, valuable industry connections, and actionable ideas you can begin implementing immediately.
Who Should Attend
- Entrepreneurs considering entering the trash bin cleaning industry.
- Prospective operators evaluating the business opportunity.
- Existing trash bin cleaning operators focused on growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
- Current TBCD customers looking to expand and diversify their businesses.
- Service business owners interested in adding profitable new revenue opportunities.
What You'll Gain
- Access to Market Opportunity Analysis resources
- Exposure to proven marketing and customer acquisition systems
- Networking with successful operators and industry professionals
- Hands-on equipment demonstrations and operational discussions
Attendees will participate in targeted breakout sessions based on experience level.
Operators
- KPI and profitability discussions
- Scaling and operational challenges
- Contracts and expansion strategies
Prospective Operators
- Business fundamentals and expectations
- Market evaluation and startup planning
- Funding, equipment, and getting started
Additional Value
Some sessions are reserved for current operators.
Friday (October 23) 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Arrival, welcome, networking, facility tour, equipment overview, and behind-the-scenes look at the manufacturing process.
Saturday (October 24) 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Educational sessions, operator presentations, breakout discussions, live equipment demonstrations, and hands-on learning opportunities.
Sunday (October 25) 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Breakout Sessions: Final educational sessions, open panel discussions, action planning, attendee questions, and wrap-up.
Additional industry professionals will provide valuable insight into financing, environmental compliance, and business growth, including:
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- Sully – Sully Knows Financing, discussing financing solutions for startup businesses, equipment purchases, and business expansion.
- Representative from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) discussing environmental regulations, wastewater management, and compliance.
Dan Swede — Founder of Trash Bin Cleaners Direct with more than 35 years of experience designing equipment, mentoring operators, and helping entrepreneurs build successful businesses.
Jim Croyle — Former owner of National Bin Brigade, specializing in commercial and municipal opportunities, government contracts, Market Opportunity Analysis, Revenue Stacking, and business diversification.
Jose Paguada — Co-owner of G.I. Bins, sharing strategies for commercial growth, scalable systems, and franchise development.
Doug Gunter — Co-owner of G&S Bins, presenting website development, digital marketing strategies, customer acquisition systems, and environmental compliance.
Todd Van Patten — Owner of Funky 2 Fresh, sharing the systems behind building one of the industry's largest recurring residential route businesses.
Drew LeFresne — Sharing proven business principles, leadership strategies, and growth systems developed through decades of experience building successful service businesses.
Additional Guest Speakers: Mike Marek — Presenting practical sales, marketing, operational, and leadership strategies that apply across the service industry.
- Featured Speakers
- Customer acquisition and route density
- Pricing, margins, and recurring revenue
- Retention and operational efficiency
- Contracts, compliance, and scaling
- Revenue Stacking and Market Opportunity Analysis
- Commercial, municipal, and government opportunities
- Marketing systems and customer acquisition
- Equipment financing and business funding
- Business fundamentals that apply across the service industry
- Topics Covered
- Operator-led sessions focused on the real-world systems, strategies, and decisions driving profitable growth.
- Strategic breakout discussions focused on scaling challenges, operational efficiency, route growth, profitability, and market expansion.
- Real-world discussions around pricing strategy, route profitability, customer acquisition, commercial opportunities, and scaling challenges.
- Direct access to four successful operators, the Trash Bin Cleaners Direct team, and industry professionals.
- Live equipment demonstrations with hands-on learning opportunities.
- Facility tour showcasing equipment manufacturing, workflow, and operational systems in action.
October 23–25, 2026 | In-Person | Limited Capacity
The trash bin cleaning industry is evolving fast.
The operators building systems, recurring revenue, route density, and strong local brands today will dominate their markets over the next several years.
The trash bin cleaning industry is still early — but it will not stay unsaturated forever.
The operators implementing stronger systems, smarter marketing, and scalable operations today are positioning themselves to own their markets long term.
Attendance is intentionally limited to keep discussions valuable, strategic, and operator-focused.
This summit is designed for business owners serious about growth, operational excellence, and building long-term competitive advantages in their markets.
The Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Fall Summit 2026 was created for entrepreneurs, prospective operators, existing operators, and current TBCD customers who want to grow faster, scale smarter, and learn directly from successful operators and industry professionals.
This is not a generic business conference.
The Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Summit is quickly becoming the annual gathering place for serious entrepreneurs and operators focused on growth, profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term business success.
This is an operator-focused growth summit built specifically for individuals who want real-world strategies, practical systems, direct access to experienced operators, and actionable insights they can implement immediately.
What to ExpectYou will be in the room with operators actively building profitable businesses, expanding routes, increasing recurring revenue, winning commercial accounts, and discovering additional opportunities to grow their businesses.
Important Information
To protect the proprietary business information, manufacturing processes, operational systems, and educational materials shared during the Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Fall Summit, all attendees will be required to sign a Summit Participation & Confidentiality Agreement before participating in facility tours, live equipment demonstrations, and educational sessions.
This agreement is designed to protect the confidential information shared by Trash Bin Cleaners Direct and our guest presenters while ensuring every attendee benefits from an open, collaborative learning environment.
Agenda
🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Friday, October 23 | Registration & Welcome Reception
Host: Dan Swede & the TBCD Team
Info: Check in, meet fellow attendees, and begin networking with operators, prospective owners, industry partners, and the TBCD team before the summit officially begins.
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:45 AM
Welcome, Summit Kickoff & Industry Outlook
Host: Dan Swede
Info: Kick off the Fall Summit with a welcome from Dan Swede, founder of Trash Bin Cleaners Direct. Learn what to expect over the weekend, meet the presenters, and hear an overview of where the industry is headed and why now is the time to build a scalable service business.
🕑: 05:45 PM - 06:45 PM
Behind the Scenes at Trash Bin Cleaners Direct
Host: Dan Swede & TBCD Team
Info: Tour the TBCD manufacturing facility, see how the industry's leading equipment is built, and get an inside look at the engineering, innovation, and production process behind every system.
🕑: 06:45 PM - 08:00 PM
Networking Reception & Meet the Speakers
Host: Dan Swede, Jim Croyle & Featured Speakers
Info: Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and non-alcoholic refreshments while networking with fellow attendees, featured operators, guest speakers, and industry partners. This relaxed reception offers an opportunity to meet the entire summit team, ask questions, exchange ideas, and begin building relationships that will continue throughout the weekend.
🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Saturday, October 24 | Continental Breakfast & Networking
Host: Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Team
Info: Start the day by connecting with fellow attendees, featured operators, guest speakers, and industry partners over a continental breakfast. Continue conversations from Friday evening and prepare for a full day of operator-led education, demonstrations, and business-building strategies.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
The State of the Industry: Where the Biggest Opportunities Are Right Now
Host: Dan Swede
Info: Join Dan Swede as he explores the current state of the trash bin cleaning industry, emerging trends, and the opportunities available to entrepreneurs and existing operators. Discover where the industry is headed, the challenges ahead, and the strategies successful companies are using to position themselves for long-term growth.
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
The Blueprint for Building a Million-Dollar Service Business
Host: Drew LeFresne
Info: Join Drew LeFresne as he introduces the foundational principles behind building a successful service business. Learn how leadership, systems, financial discipline, company culture, and strategic planning work together to create a business that is profitable, scalable, and built for long-term success—regardless of the service you provide. This session serves as an introduction to Sunday's in-depth business development workshop.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Morning Break & Networking
Info: Take a short break, grab a refreshment, and connect with fellow attendees, guest speakers, and industry partners. This is a great opportunity to continue conversations and prepare for the next series of business-building sessions.
🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Revenue Stacking: Unlock Hidden Revenue in Your Market
Host: Jim Croyle
Info: Join Jim Croyle as he explores how successful service companies maximize profitability by expanding beyond a single revenue source. Discover practical strategies for identifying complementary services, increasing customer value, and building multiple recurring revenue streams that strengthen your business and create long-term growth opportunities.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Build a Customer Acquisition Machine That Keeps Your Phone Ringing
Host: Doug Gunter
Info: Join Doug Gunter as he shares proven customer acquisition strategies that help service businesses consistently generate qualified leads and convert them into loyal customers. Learn practical marketing techniques, branding strategies, and systems designed to keep your sales pipeline full and support sustainable business growth.
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Lunch & Networking
Info: Enjoy lunch while connecting with fellow attendees, presenters, and industry partners. Share ideas, ask questions, and continue building relationships before the afternoon sessions and live equipment demonstrations.
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
Environmental Compliance Made Simple: What Every Operator Needs to Know
Host: Wade O'Boyle – Michigan Department of Environment, Great
Info: Join Wade O'Boyle from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) as he explains the environmental regulations that apply to trash bin cleaning operations. Learn what is required to operate responsibly, understand wastewater management best practices, and hear how EGLE evaluated the Trash Bin Cleaners Direct wash system. This session will help you separate fact from fiction and give you confidence in navigating environmental compliance.
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:45 PM
See It. Run It. Learn It. Live Equipment Demonstrations & Hands-On Experience
Host: Dan Swede, Jim Croyle & Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Team
Info: Experience the equipment in action as the Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Team demonstrates real-world trash bin cleaning operations from start to finish. See proven workflows, equipment setup, wastewater management, and production techniques used by successful operators. Attendees will also have the opportunity for hands-on equipment operation and to ask questions throughout the demonstration.
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Land Bigger Commercial Accounts & Create Recurring Revenue
Host: Jose Paguada
Info: Join Jose Paguada as he shares proven strategies for breaking into the commercial market and building long-term recurring revenue. Learn how to identify opportunities, approach decision-makers, structure service agreements, and develop lasting commercial relationships that strengthen your business and create predictable income.
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:15 PM
From Startup to 1,100 Weekly Stops: Scaling a Residential Route
Host: Todd Van Patten
Info: Join Todd Van Patten as he shares the real-world strategies behind building one of the industry's most successful residential route operations. Learn how route density, scheduling, customer retention, operational efficiency, and recurring revenue work together to create a scalable business that continues to grow year after year.
🕑: 04:15 PM - 04:45 PM
Funding Your Growth: Equipment Financing Without the Guesswork
Host: Sully Sullivan
Info: Join Sully Sullivan as he explains the financing options available to entrepreneurs and growing businesses looking to purchase equipment and expand operations. Learn how the financing process works, what lenders look for, and how to position yourself for approval so you can confidently invest in the future of your business.
🕑: 04:45 PM - 06:00 PM
Ask the Experts: An Interactive Operator Roundtable
Host: Dan Swede, Jim Croyle, Drew LeFresne, Mike Marek, Jose P
Info: Wrap up the day with an interactive discussion featuring Dan Swede, Jim Croyle, Drew LeFresne, Mike Marek, Jose Paguada, Doug Gunter, Todd Van Patten, Sully Sullivan, and Wade O'Boyle (schedule permitting). This is your opportunity to ask questions, revisit topics from throughout the day, and hear multiple perspectives from experienced operators and industry professionals. Questions collected during earlier sessions will also be addressed, ensuring attendees leave with practical answers they can immediately apply to their businesses.
🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Sunday, October 25 | Continental Breakfast & Networking
Host: Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Team
Info: Enjoy a continental breakfast while connecting with fellow attendees, presenters, and industry partners. Reflect on the weekend's lessons, exchange ideas, and prepare for an interactive business growth workshop focused on building a stronger, more profitable service business.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 11:45 AM
The Blueprint for Building a Million-Dollar Service Business: An Interactive B
Host: Drew LeFresne & Mike Marek
Info: Join Drew LeFresne and Mike Marek for an interactive workshop focused on building a stronger, more profitable service business. Expanding on the concepts introduced on Saturday, this extended session explores leadership, business systems, organizational growth, financial discipline, sales strategy, and long-term planning. Whether you're launching your first company or scaling an established operation, you'll leave with practical ideas and actionable strategies you can begin implementing immediately.
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Closing Remarks, Final Takeaways & Your Next Steps
Host: Dan Swede & Jim Croyle I have one suggestion before you
Info: Join Dan Swede and Jim Croyle as they conclude the 2026 Trash Bin Cleaners Direct Fall Summit. We'll recap the weekend's key takeaways, challenge you to put what you've learned into action, and share final thoughts before wishing everyone safe travels. Following the closing remarks, presenters will remain available for informal conversations and individual questions.
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USD 79.95
