Carlos Méndez Arriaga is an industrial laundry consultant with over 18 years of experience advising hospitality groups and laundromat investors across Mexico and Central America. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Instituto Politécnico Nacional and is certified in commercial laundry systems by Electrolux Professional. Carlos previously led regional equipment sourcing for a major hotel chain, overseeing the installation of high-capacity washer-extractors and gas dryers in more than 40 properties. His expertise focuses on ROI analysis, water and energy optimization, and lifecycle cost modeling for lavadoras industriales. He regularly consults on franquicias de lavanderías and self-service laundry setups in El Salvador, with a strong emphasis on supplier evaluation and maintenance planning.