WhiteWater Express Car Wash Announces Leadership Transition to Support Next Phase of Growth
WhiteWater Express Car Wash has announced a strategic leadership transition aimed at positioning the company for continued growth and expansion.
Steve Mathis, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, will retire from his role on July 31, 2026, transitioning to Executive Chairman of the company after more than a decade of leadership.
Clayton Clark, Co-Founder, President, and Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective July 31, 2026. “Over the past ten years, we have built a business defined by our people, our values, and our commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience,” said Mathis. “I am incredibly proud of what our team has accomplished and extremely confident that Clayton is the right leader to guide WhiteWater into its next chapter.”
Clark has played a central role in building WhiteWater into a leading express car wash platform in the United States. His extensive understanding of the business and long-standing leadership within the organization provide a strong foundation for continued growth and operational excellence. “I am honored to step into the CEO role and build upon the foundation that Steve and our team have created,” said Clark.
In conjunction with the CEO transition, WhiteWater also announced additional key leadership appointments. Henry Shine will be promoted from Chief Strategy Officer to President, and Mark Sandoval will move from Vice President of Operations to Chief Operating Officer. Both executives have shown strong leadership and operational impact, and along with Chief Financial Officer Michael Arnett, they will be crucial in driving long-term growth and operational execution.
The leadership transition follows a period of significant momentum for WhiteWater, including its recent expansion into the Georgia market and plans for 10 additional sites throughout the year. The company now operates over 150 locations across multiple states. The Board of Directors has expressed unanimous support for the leadership transition and confidence in the new executive team to drive ongoing success.