C&R Magazine

NEW episode! Garret Gray, President, Protect Insurance Solutions at CoreLogic, is back on the podcast to give an update of his personal experience during the California wildfires and share more information about INTRConnect this year! Garret talks with Michelle about: ??Latest updates on the wildfires ??The decision-making process behind postponing INTRConnect ??What attendees can expect from this year’s event ??Key insights from the upcoming wildfire recovery session ??Highlights from expert guest speakers shaping critical conversations around disaster preparedness and recovery ??…and MORE! Catch up on the podcast HERE: https://hubs.li/Q03bvYJh0 #RestorationTodayPodcast #RestorationIndustry #INTRConnect #Wildfires #CAwildfires #DisasterPreparedness

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"The cleanup of the World Trade Center site after the September 11, 2001, attacks took nine months and cost billions. The dust from the pulverized towers was toxic and affected the health of thousands of workers. Additionally, the 9/11 cleanup revealed significant issues with untrained responders, many of whom were not fully prepared for the combined health hazards they faced. Over 20 years later, the 9/11 cleanup offers valuable lessons for restoration teams still dealing with cleanup from the recent Los Angeles wildfires." Continue reading the latest article by Tom Peter, Senior VP of Regulatory Business Practice at First Onsite Property Restoration, and learn how past experiences can guide safer restoration practices today: https://hubs.li/Q03btJRz0 #WildfireCleanup #RestorationSafety #ProtectTheTeam #LessonsFrom911 #EnvironmentalHealth

??Two BIG market updates! Aaron Brunko, President of Verisk Property Estimating Solutions (Xactware), and David Obert, Chief Product Officer at Verisk Property Estimating Solutions are back to share insights from 2024, the trends to look out for in 2025, how restorers can diversify to stay up on volume when weather is low, and MORE! Watch the market update HERE: https://hubs.li/Q03bjMYV0 Gokul, owner of Restoration Brokers of America, gives a summary of the M&A market in 2024, overarching themes he’s seeing now in 2025, the importance of an exit strategy, PE in 2025, and MORE! Watch the M&A update HERE: https://hubs.li/Q03bjNkc0 #RestorationIndustry #RestorationTrends2025 #MarketUpdate2025 #RestorationIndustryInsights #RestorationTodayPodcast #MainStreetRestorer

Rotobrush is making history with its largest product launch ever, unveiling the BrushBeast DR Black Edition, BrushBeast DR Red Edition, and the redesigned SpeedTray Carrier! Learn more about these new innovations and how they can give contractors more control, greater efficiency, and unmatched performance on every job. https://hubs.li/Q03bcGZV0

*cheers* to Tuesday morning! ?

?? Big News: We’ve Upgraded Our Brainpower – and Our Fun! ?? We’re beyond excited to welcome Debbie Bogar to the Pivot My Biz team as our newest Facilitator! Not only does she bring three decades of financial wizardry, operational mastery, and strategic brilliance in the restoration industry, but she also comes with a sharp wit and a killer sense of humor—which means our meetings just got a whole lot more interesting. From her time as CFO at Woodard Cleaning and Restoration to her leadership roles with Restoration Industry Association and Restoration Affiliates, Debbie has built a legacy of helping businesses scale, streamline, and succeed. Oh, and did we mention she was honored as the 2023 Women in Restoration Award Winner by Restoration & Remediation Magazine? Yeah, she’s that good. “After knowing Debbie for two decades and having the opportunity to serve alongside her on several industry boards, we find ourselves incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to add her to our growing team,” says Anthony Nelson, Member Acquisition Manager at Pivot My Biz. “Given her background, she intimately knows the challenges faced by independent restorers and is passionate about making a difference for our member companies and the industry as a whole.” At Pivot My Biz, we believe in helping restoration businesses Shift Your Focus so they can Get Smarter Faster, Together—and we know Debbie will be a key part of that mission. So, buckle up—we’re about to get sharper, more strategic, and have a whole lot of fun doing it. Join us in giving Debbie a warm (and slightly mischievous) welcome! ???? #WelcomeDebbie #PivotMyBiz #RestorationIndustry #FinancialGuru #MoreBrainsMoreFun #ShiftYourFocus #GetSmarterFasterTogether

??The March/April Digital Edition is LIVE! ?? In this issue: ??How Smoke Poses A Threat to Businesses Miles Away ??The Great Shift Away from PERC ??An 8-Step Formula for Creating Your Unique Selling Proposition ??Transform Customer Engagement with Chatbots and Predictive Analysis ??The Delicate Dance of Humidity Control ??Embracing Gratitude During CAT Events ??Job Setup Basics for Faster Drying ??...and MORE! Dive In TODAY: https://hubs.li/Q03b7N7C0 #DigitalEdition #Wildfires #SmokeDamage #RestorationIndustry #CleaningAndRestoration

Enviro Clean Restore welcomes Allen Reid as Director of Client Sales! Read more HERE: https://hubs.li/Q03b4_Jy0

Excel Cleaning & Restoration Supplies is excited to announce the integration of Advantage, Experts in Clean under the Excel Supplies brand. This strategic move unifies two trusted industry leaders, enhancing operations, expanding product offerings, and delivering an elevated customer experience. Read more HERE: https://hubs.li/Q03b3hVp0