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Managing Your Restoration Business
Coverage on how to make your business highly successful. Insights on hiring and recruiting, leadership and managing people, marketing, training and education, innovation, business planning and strategy, communication, organizational culture, customer experience, diversity and inclusion, and more.
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Two-Minute Selling Tips
Gokul Padmanabhan is a leading broker in the restoration industry. He has helped facilitate hundreds of mergers and transactions of restoration companies nationwide, and knows a lot about the current M&A landscape in the property damage restoration industry. In this new video column, Gokul will be regularly delivering two-minute selling tips, answering some of the hottest questions on the minds of contractors today.
Have a question for Gokul he can answer on a future video? Email him at: gokul@restorationbrokersofamerica.com
ARTICLES
Lessons from the Gridiron: Leadership Principles for Restoration Businesses
Valuable Lessons for Business Leaders Focused on Team Culture, Accountability, and Long-Term Success
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Navigating the Franchise vs. Independent Decision – Key Factors Beyond Ownership
In Part 2, Industry Experts Discuss Training, Market Dynamics, and Strategic Considerations for Franchise and Independent Restoration Owners
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Understanding Pollution Liability in the Restoration Industry
Essential Insights into Pollution Liability Insurance for Restoration Professionals
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Mastering the Art of Estimating: Insights from Industry Experts Kevin Mardegian and Tess Huge
Explore the critical role of accurate estimating in the restoration industry and learn strategies for improving project profitability and efficiency.
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Is Franchising Right for Me? Lesser Considered Options are No Less Important
In Part 1, Two Industry Experts Share Insights on Navigating Franchising vs. Independent Ownership in the Restoration Business
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6 Tips to Boost Training ROI by Focusing on Impact
Maximize Training Impact with Strategic Development for Long-Term Success
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Responding to a Challenging Year: Lessons From Farmers
What Restoration Professionals Can Learn from Farmers About Resilience and Long-Term Success
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Building Leaders: Expert Insights on Developing the Next Generation of Leadership Talent
Ben Looper: How to Proactively Plan for Leadership Challenges
Learn How Southeast Restoration’s Ben Looper Prepares His Team for Tomorrow's Leadership Challenges by Building Strong Foundations and a GOAT Culture.
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Amanda Stichter
Amanda Stichter has a master’s degree in Executive Leadership from Liberty University and has more than 15 years of experience in brand and marketing strategy. As CEO and head of sales at Virtual Vision Computing, Amanda partners with home-service companies across the country through strategic marketing efforts. Amanda hosts a regular podcast called The Building & Branding Podcast, where she interviews industry experts about how they built their businesses to last. You can reach her at amanda@virtualvision.net or at 715-803-6181.
Chief Executive Officer of Virtual Vision Computing
Lisa Lavender M.T.R., M.F.S.R., M.W.R.
Lisa Lavender holds a BS in accounting from Penn State and is an IICRC Master Fire, Water and Textile Restorer. As chief operating officer and co-owner of both Restoration Technical Institute and Berks ∙ Fire ∙ Water Restorations, Inc., Lavender has over 20 years of experience in the restoration and reconstruction industry, and has been involved in the training other restoration professionals since 2012. In 2018, has expanded her passion for serving other restorers by partnering and becoming VP of operations design for iRestore software. In addition to contributing to the running of the operations of her organizations, she authors a monthly column for R&R, Restoring Success, writes, instructs and develops courses and materials in the pursuit of her passion to give knowledge, passion, and inspiration to others for success in the industry. You can reach her at lisa@RTILearning.com.
Shauna Parsons
Shauna Parsons is a business development advisor for Violand Management Associates (VMA), a highly respected consulting company in the restoration and cleaning industries. As the former owner of a concrete and foundation repair business, Parsons has a deep understanding of business operations and uses her knowledge to help businesses run more effectively and grow, while building the company’s culture. To reach her, visit Violand.com or call (800) 360-3513.
IMAGE GALLERIES
Inside JC Restoration's 100,000 sq ft Facility
In late July, R&R Editor-in-Chief Michelle Blevins had the privilege of touring JC Restoration's state-of-the-art facility just outside Chicago. JC Restoration has grown exponentially over the years with a heavy emphasis on culture, a team environment, and impeccable work quality. As you'll see from this gallery, JC Restoration has very specific processes in place to make sure the company runs efficiently and effectively for their clients.
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11/7/24 to 11/9/24
Sunseeker Resort
Charlotte Harbor, FL
United States