2025 Future Leaders in Convenience + Car Wash Awards winner: ELI HUANG

Huang is proud of how far he’s come at Express Auto Wash since hiring on as a car wash attendant in 2022.

“I started with limited work experience and struggled with English, and through the support of our president and managers, I overcame a lot of challenges, eventually earning promotions to sales support lead and then assistant manager,” he says. 

“Express Auto Wash offers many opportunities to learn—from maintenance to customer service and work safety. The company gives everyone a chance, even if they don’t have experience. I’m proud to be part of this team, and I always remember our motto: 'You can always ask questions, and there are no stupid questions.' It’s a great environment for growth.”

President Ayaaz Jamal says Eli’s confidence and motivation have surged over the past two years, winning employee of the year and being recognized by various organizations for his fundraising efforts.

“Eli helped elevate our guest experiences which contributed to the site having over 700 positive reviews,” says Jamal.

“Eli has also focused on growing his own knowledge and can now troubleshoot the wash and fix any major items when they arise. He takes true ownership and pride in managing his site, and works to develop the leaders of tomorrow.”