It is no secret the restoration industry is in the midst of a hiring crisis. Now, there is a school specifically serving high school students, recent graduates, and anyone else interested in getting into the trades.  

The Painting and Disaster Restoration Academy is a fully virtual school that can get students through safety courses, teach the basics of restoration (think even more elementary than WRT courses), and more. From there, the academy partners with restoration companies to place students right into open jobs!  

In this episode, meet the two masterminds behind the Academy.

On Wednesday, Sept. 15, CoreLogic announced it had acquired Next Gear Solutions which could have far-reaching impacts on the restoration industry when it comes to estimating, data, and more.

As soon as the acquisition was announced, questions swirled around what this means for Next Gear customers, Next Gear staff, contractor data, estimating, and marketplace competition.

In his very first public conversation since the acquisition was announced, Next Gear Solutions Founder and CEO Garret Gray talks about what prompted the sale, his vision for the future of the restoration industry, and answers many questions on contractors’ minds.

Annissa Coy has been directly affected by the wildfires in the Western U.S. A seasoned contents restoration expert, she has not only helped restore hundreds of homes and contents after wildfires, she herself has found her own home and family in harm's way.   

In this episode of the Restoration Today podcast, Annissa shares her insights on helping wildfire victims and cleaning their precious items the right way.

Google ads, Facebook ads, and SEO - oh my!   

The world of digital marketing can feel confusing and cumbersome, but it doesn't have to! In this episode of the Restoration Today podcast, two restoration marketing gurus share their knowledge on marketing wins and mistakes, the importance of social media presence, and how to effectively position yourself to appear in top search results in your market.

The goal of most restorers and public adjusters is to do what is best for the property owner after a catastrophic loss, like #HurricaneIda, wildfires in the Western U.S., or any loss in between. This quick special episode with a restorer-turned-public adjuster and senior claims analyst offers ways both sides can work together for the good of the property owner.

In this crossover episode, the Restoration Today and The Dyojo Podcasts collide to bring an open conversation between Jon Isaacson and Michelle Blevins about today's restoration industry, the story of the C&R transition, and a bigger explanation of The Dyojo - his background, goals, and vision.

As First Onsite continues to acquire more restoration companies across the U.S., they are also working tirelessly to create a place people want to work.

In this episode of the Restoration Today Podcast, First Onsite's Senior Vice President of Culture and Experience Jenny Vandehey and the CEO Stacy Mazur share the latest on the brand's growth, and their goal to have a company that thrives through #HumanPower.

Curious about Core Group and why it’s growing the wildfire? Core CEO Dan Cassara joins the Restoration Today podcast to talk about what makes Core different, why it’s not a TPA, how it could be compared to a franchise, and how it’s not a “one-size-fits-all” company.

Plus, The Collective by Core is just ONE WEEK away from when this podcast is being published! It’s going to be a must-attend event, and the Core team has taken care of all the details… from a ton of track options, to impeccable networking opportunities, and right down to the scent in the host hotel.

Want to know more of what’s in store in Austin, and what Core is all about? Take a listen!

As the landscape of the restoration industry continues to grow at epic speed through mergers, acquisitions, pandemics, natural disasters, AI, technology, and so many other factors, independent companies are finding ways to stay competitive.  

Restoration Affiliates is a peer network of independent restoration companies from across the U.S. who jump into action for each other whenever needed. Last year, the group did more than $630 million in work, and it is only up from here.  

In this episode of the Restoration Today podcast, Michelle chats with Jim Kowalski, president of Restoration Affiliates, to learn the network's history, and vision for the future.

For the video version of this podcast, visit www.candrmagazine.com. 

The Experience Convention & Trade Show is just WEEKS away! This year's event will be bigger than ever - more education, more hands-on learning, a massive show floor, more networking, you name it!   Michelle chats with Larry Cooper about what's on the agenda, and what makes this year's event the best yet.

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