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title: "Young Ones to Watch: Adam Povlitz, CEO and President of Anago Cleaning Systems"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/7dd7b502-59a8-432f-b1ec-3063129dc38e
source: "1851 Franchise"
original_url: https://1851franchise.com/young-ones-to-watch-adam-povlitz-ceo-and-president-of-anago-cleaning-systems-2716992
category: "Cleaning & maid"
industry: "Home Services"
segment: "Cleaning & maid"
topics: ["People"]
published: 2021-10-28T16:11:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T02:14:05.023Z
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# Young Ones to Watch: Adam Povlitz, CEO and President of Anago Cleaning Systems

**TL;DR:** Adam Povlitz, CEO and president of Anago Cleaning Systems, shared his advice for up-and-coming franchisors and his experience in the industry. He has helped the 1,700-unit brand expand its franchise network and innovate to stand out in the industry.

*originally published in 1851 Franchise on 2021-10-28. [Read the original](https://1851franchise.com/young-ones-to-watch-adam-povlitz-ceo-and-president-of-anago-cleaning-systems-2716992).*

## Story

Adam Povlitz, CEO and president of tier-three commercial cleaning franchise Anago Cleaning Systems, first entered the franchising industry after leaving the corporate finance world in the wake of the 2008 recession. Looking to make a real impact in his professional life instead of getting stuck in the corporate rat race, Povlitz started his journey with Anago when he was just 26 and eventually took over the company from his father. Over the years, Povlitz has helped the 1,700-unit brand expand its impressive franchise network and continuously innovate to stand out in the industry.

When it comes to the advice Povlitz has for other up-and-comers in the franchising space, he says you can’t be afraid to get your hands dirty.

“You need to know everything there is to know about the business if you’re going to climb the ranks of a particular brand,” said Povlitz. “When I joined Anago, I was cleaning every night as part of my training — quite literally getting my hands dirty. Also, you can’t be afraid to be the squeaky wheel. Even if you are a young person, your opinion matters, and your intelligence is valued.”

## Entities

- 1851 Franchise (publication)
- Home Services (sector)
- franchise leadership (topic)
- commercial cleaning (topic)
- Anago Cleaning Systems (company)
- industry advice (topic)

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Originally reported by 1851 Franchise (https://1851franchise.com/young-ones-to-watch-adam-povlitz-ceo-and-president-of-anago-cleaning-systems-2716992). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/7dd7b502-59a8-432f-b1ec-3063129dc38e).