Daniel McCutchen's Home Run: Building a Car Wash Dynasty with Broadway Bank by His Side
Turning a Love for Baseball and Cars into a Thriving Business Venture in New Braunfels, Texas
In the heart of New Braunfels, Texas, lies a thriving business that owes its success to the passion and drive of one man: Daniel McCutchen. Known to many as the owner of Big League Car Wash, Daniel's story is a testament to the power of determination, inspiration and a strong entrepreneurial spirit.
Before diving into the world of business, Daniel McCutchen had a successful career in professional baseball. Born and raised in Oklahoma, he honed his skills on the diamond, dreaming of one day making it to the big leagues. With unwavering dedication and countless hours of practice, he achieved his goal of pitching for several Major League Baseball teams.
During one of his baseball seasons, his brother-in-law shared he was starting a car wash business. A little skeptical at first, Daniel couldn’t help but be curious about the industry. In fact, while traveling during spring training, Daniel says he used his free time to check out car wash spots in different cities and planned his own business idea.
His research sparked an idea—a vision to create a car wash experience like no other, combining his love for the sport with his passion for customer service.
After retiring from an 11-year run as a professional baseball pitcher, most notably playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Daniel McCutchen and his wife, Sarah, took the plunge into business ownership. With their earnings from both his baseball career and her successful dental practice, they created Big League Car Wash, a baseball-themed express carwash in New Braunfels, Texas. It opened just after Thanksgiving in 2017, and brought a new style of fast, stress-free service to the community. McCutchen said that when he created Big League Car Wash, he was focused on providing people with a quick and enjoyable way to keep their cars looking nice.
His entrepreneurial spirit was no surprise, as he hailed from a family with a long history of business ventures. From an early age, he witnessed his father’s determination and business grit, instilling in him a deep understanding of what it takes to build something from the ground up. Both his father and his brother-in-law became valuable mentors in Daniel’s journey.
At Big League Car Wash, Daniel put his economics degree from the University of Oklahoma to use and introduced a one-of-a-kind offering called Season Tickets. With this feature, customers can purchase a package that includes unlimited car washes starting at $19.99 per month. It was a game-changer, bringing a sense of convenience and value to loyal customers.
The success of Daniel's vision quickly became evident, prompting the expansion of Big League Car Wash to three locations throughout New Braunfels. However, Daniel understood that a successful business is not solely about the physical spaces—it's about the people who make it thrive. To him, customer service is paramount.
Daniel's business mindset revolves around finding motivated employees and developing them into future leaders. He takes great pride in nurturing his team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous growth. His employees not only deliver exceptional service but also represent the passion and dedication that had fueled Daniel's own journey.
Choosing Broadway Bank
Broadway Bank played a pivotal role in helping Daniel start and expand his car wash enterprise. What stood out to Daniel was the personal touch and exceptional service he received from the bank's Commercial Banking Team.
Broadway Banker James Leach and Daniel McCutchen, owner of Big League Car Wash, discuss Daniel’s plans for the future and how Broadway Bank can support those goals.
Being able to talk directly to decision-makers at Broadway Bank made all the difference for Daniel. As a business owner working with contractors and construction crews on commercial real estate, quick answers were essential, and Broadway Bank understood the urgency. What makes Broadway Bank truly special is their unwavering dedication to supporting Texas businesses. Daniel always felt like a priority, and Broadway Bank consistently came through for him.
Daniel describes his experience with Broadway’s Commercial Banking Team by stating, "The personal touch that comes with the people and walking into the bank and seeing the same faces—it's invaluable. Broadway Bankers know me when I step through their doors. Whether I'm visiting in person or calling, I'm always able to talk to a direct person. I feel confident that every transaction is safe and secure. But what sets the Broadway Bank teams apart is their commitment to going above and beyond. Even when I give them tight deadlines or short windows to help me, I always feel like a priority, and they always come through."
As Daniel reflected on his journey from the mound to entrepreneurship, it is evident that he feels immense pride in creating a thriving business that not only delivers exceptional service but also gives back to the community.
Daniel McCutchen's story stands as a testament to the power of dreams and the importance of finding partners who share your vision. Through his passion, entrepreneurship and the unwavering support of Broadway Bank, he turned a simple car wash into a success story, showcasing the spirit of Texas businesses and the indomitable drive of those who pursue their dreams.
Daniel and his wife Sarah live right in New Braunfels, Texas. Dr. Sarah McCutchen was born and raised in New Braunfels where she and her mother are partners in a family dental practice. When they are not cleaning teeth and cars they love spending time with their four kids, Mayrie, Major, Myla and Monroe.
Daniel is often at one of the three car wash locations talking to customers about clean cars and baseball. Come and see what the Big League experience is all about. And don’t forget to grab a coffee at their 2010 TX 46 location!
Big League Car Wash has the capability to wash 100 cars per hour and offers one-time washes and monthly unlimited wash plans. www.bigleaguecarwash.com
Broadway Bank Commercial Banking
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