Restoration Today is a video and audio podcast covering everything restoration-related.
Every week, Michelle Blevins sits down with an industry peer – a contractor, a colleague, a supplier, an innovator, an insurer, etc. Every conversation covers the hottest topics in today’s restoration industry – going beyond fire and water damage restoration and diving into topics like M&A, company culture, hiring and recruiting, innovations in restoration, and tools of the trade.
Plus, there are some guaranteed laughs and heartfelt moments.
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We are VERY excited to welcome the U.S. President of Contractor Connection, Lance Malcolm, to the podcast! Join the conversation as we dive into the evolution of Managed Repair Programs (MRP) and contractor relationships, exploring how both parties can create a win-win partnership in 2025 and beyond.
With so many software and technology options available, how do restoration companies choose the right fit? In this episode, we talk with CJ Bailey, Director of Software Management at PuroClean, about the decision-making process for selecting the best tech, the importance of integration, and what’s missing in the industry today. Plus, we explore exciting innovations on the horizon, break down SOC 2 compliance, and share expert advice for cutting through the noise to find the right technology solutions for your business. Don’t get lost in the sea of software—tune in to learn how to
How does CoreLogic predict wildfire risk, and why was the recent Southern California wildfire no surprise? Jon Schneyer, Director of Research & Content at Corelogic, breaks down how data, property analytics, and restoration efforts intersect to shape better risk management, underwriting, and recovery strategies.
The restoration industry is evolving, and so are its events. What do restorers really want from conferences? How has the conversation around industry gatherings changed since COVID? And what new opportunities are on the horizon? In this episode, we’re diving into the shifting event landscape, the feedback organizers are hearing, and what’s next for some of the biggest industry gatherings—including exciting updates about The Collective by CORE by Beth Thompson, VP of Events at CORE Group, and Ryan Pritchard, VP of Sales & Marketing at PSA! Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at the future
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! INTRConnect: March 23-25 intrconnect.corelogic.com
Welcome back to the first market update of 2025! Aaron Brunko, President of Verisk Property Estimating Solutions, 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!
Welcome back to the podcast! We are thrilled to talk all things biohazard cleaning with Scott Vogel, ABRA‘s new president and COO of Emergi-Clean! He shares with Michelle more about ABRA, what areas ABRA has really had an impact, goals for the future, best practices, apprenticeship, mental health of yourself and your team, and MORE!
We are very excited to have Jeremy Reets, Founder of Reets Drying Academy, on the podcast to celebrate 20 years of Reets Drying Academy and share the journey Jeremy has taken to today, Reets family culture, how training needs have changed over the years, the value of education, and MORE!
In this episode, Michelle chats with Mark Springer, RIA’s New Carrier Relations Advocate, about his bold 2019 thesis stating that if restoration companies didn’t unite and advocate for sustainable claims practices, the industry could cease to exist within a decade. Fast forward to today, Mark shares the major wins of the AGA, his new role, and how his experience helps drive change alongside Ed’s advocacy efforts. Tune in for insights on the industry’s future and what’s needed to keep it thriving!
As we continue the California Wildfire coverage, Kyle Bias, Regional VP of the West at ATI Restoration, joins the podcast to share what the last few weeks have been like for his team, how it compares to other wildfire events in the past, advice for restorers outside of California, laws and regulations that restorers should be aware of, and MORE!
