Entire meeting agenda available at midsouthcra.org. Discount registration available through September 15.
The Midsouth Cleaning and Restoration Association, the region’s leading industry association, announced the agenda for the October Regional Meeting at the Sonesta Charlotte Lower South End Hotel in Charlotte, NC. Partnering with RIA, this event brings RIA and MCRA members together to explore solution-based topics affecting the cleaning and restoration industries, engage in conversation and network with fellow regional restorers. Keynote speakers include Michelle Blevins, C&R Magazine and Mark Springer, RIA Carrier Relations/ORTUS Advisors.
“We’re honored to partner with RIA for their regional networking event on October 16-17, and excited to have a great slate of speakers from RIA and MCRA. I want to personally invite every member of RIA to be a part of this event. We want to provide a unique forum to discuss industry challenges and solutions that impact us regionally.” -Brendon Rumsey, MCRA President and RIA Board Member
Sessions cover an array of industry topics for owners and key leadership decision-making:
- Michelle Blevins: Turning Trends into Tools for a Stronger 2026
- Mark Springer: A strategic Update on RIA’s Carrier Relations Advocacy
- Julie Blum: How New Legislation May Affect Exempt/Non-exempt Employees
- Jim West: How Restoration Leaders Can Use AI Without Becoming a Tech Expert
- Katie Smith: Avoid the Trap: Don’t Be an Accidental Public Adjuster
- Josh Smith: S700 Standard: Top 7 Takeaways Business Owners Should Know
- Mark Springer: Building a Business of Legacy
Special rates for RIA members are available for the one-day or two-day event. To register or learn more, please go to midsouthcra.org or email us at [email protected] for your registration code.
About MCRA
MidSouth Cleaning and Restoration Association is a non-profit association of specialists dedicated to providing high quality services to their customers in the art of cleaning and restoration. We connect professional restorers and cleaners in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia & Tennessee.
MCRA is an alliance where:
- Becoming better in business is our Pursuit
- Sharing knowledge and expertise is Essential
- Commitment to high ethics is the Standard
- Caring about community is a Priority
- Checking egos at the door fosters Cooperation
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