Mister Car Wash (MCW) 31 Jul 242024 Q2 Earnings call transcript

Good afternoon, and welcome to Mister Car Wash's earnings call to discuss the financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2024. [Operator Instructions] Please note that this call is being recorded and a reproduction of this call in whole or in part is not permitted without written authorization from the company.

Speaking for management on today's call are John Lai, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; and Jed Gold, Chief Financial Officer. After John and Jed has made their formal remarks, we will open the call for questions.

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with comes question Blair. Blee William Philip from next The

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