Big Bend Times publisher David Flash has been just as effective in business as in journalism. Since joining K&M Steam Cleaning in late 2021, the Austin-based company has achieved record-breaking growth. Now serving as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Flash has helped K&M more than double its annual revenue, reinforcing its position as the trusted local choice for carpet cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, upholstery cleaning, and floor care services across Greater Austin.
From Steady Success to Record Sales
In Flash’s first 12 months with K&M, from November 2021 through October 2022, the company generated $1,374,087 in total revenue, averaging about $114,500 per month.
In the most recent 12 months, from November 2024 through October 2025, K&M brought in $2,082,364, averaging roughly $173,500 per month — an increase of 51.5 percent in annual revenue since his first year.
Founder Ken Moncebaiz, who started K&M Steam Cleaning in 1996 with one van and a dedication to quality, credited Flash’s marketing strategy for driving that momentum.
“David has helped us modernize our marketing without changing who we are,” Moncebaiz said. “His approach has kept us growing steadily — more calls, more customers, and the same high-integrity service our name stands for.”
A Partnership Spanning Decades
Flash and Moncebaiz first met in 1998 and have worked together across multiple organizations — including Ad Pages, the Austin American-Statesman, Valpak, Austin Elegant Living, and Spectrum Reach, where Flash served as Moncebaiz’s account executive. Their partnership has evolved over three decades, rooted in trust, consistency, and a shared passion for helping local businesses thrive.
Expanding Reach Through Smart Marketing
At K&M, Flash built a data-driven marketing system focused on SEO, authentic storytelling, and review generation, boosting visibility for every service K&M provides, including:
- Carpet cleaning in Austin and surrounding suburbs
- Tile and grout cleaning with steam extraction and sealing
- Upholstery cleaning for homes, offices, and multi-unit properties
- Air duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning to improve air quality and safety
- Natural stone and Saltillo tile restoration
- Hardwood floor cleaning
- VCT floor stripping and waxing for commercial facilities
- Pressure washing for driveways, patios, and building exteriors
Under Flash’s direction, K&M has strengthened its brand reputation, now boasting more than 1,700 verified Google reviews and a growing base of repeat customers across Central Texas.
Journalism, Marketing, and a Global Perspective
While leading K&M’s marketing success, Flash also launched two independent news outlets — the Big Bend Times and the Texas Reporter — both recognized for their commitment to local accountability and strong digital engagement.
Having worked from 78 countries, Flash brings a global communication perspective to both journalism and business, combining data, creativity, and integrity to drive measurable results.
Since 2021, K&M Steam Cleaning has increased annual sales by more than 50 percent under David Flash’s leadership — solidifying its position as Greater Austin’s most trusted name in carpet cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, upholstery cleaning, air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, and hard-surface restoration.
