Rocket Fuel & Fold was founded by Melissa, a University of Illinois alumna, small-business owner, and mom with deep roots in the Unit 7 community. Both Melissa and her husband were raised here, and with their children attending schools in the district, their family remains closely connected to the people and values that make this area home.

Together, they own and operate several family-run businesses built on integrity, transparency, and genuine care. Rocket Fuel & Fold was born from that same philosophy — a modern laundromat designed to make laundry easy, reliable, and refreshingly comfortable for local families, students, and professionals.

Melissa’s vision is simple: to make laundry feel easy, clean, and convenient while providing a space that feels welcoming to everyone — from busy parents to college students and working professionals. Her focus on service, cleanliness, and genuine care ensures every visit is met with the kind of hospitality that only a locally owned business can provide.

For Melissa, Rocket Fuel & Fold is about more than clean clothes — it’s about creating a welcoming space that reflects the pride, warmth, and work ethic of the community she and her family grew up in. Every detail, from the thoughtful layout to the friendly service, is designed with neighbors in mind.