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RIA Announces 2013 Officers, Board of Directors

May 10, 2013

The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) introduced its executive committee and board of directors at the 68th Annual Leadership Summit and Industry Expo in Las Vegas.


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NADCA, IAQA Enter into Multi-Faceted Agreement

The two associations will work together to provide educational opportunities and resources to professionals in the industry.
May 9, 2013

According to a press release, the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) and the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) have entered into a multi-faceted agreement that marks the beginning of several long-term cooperative programs.


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An Industry Victory: Assignment of Benefits Language Removed in FL HB 909

Original bill, if passed, would not have guaranteed contractor payments after work completion
May 8, 2013

According to Harvey V. Cohen, Cohen Battisti Attorneys at Law, the original language proposed in Florida House Bill 909, which was designed to strip homeowners of their right to assign benefits, has been removed.


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Kelmann Restoration, Platinum Restoration Receive RIA Phoenix Awards

The Phoenix Awards are presented each year to recognize achievement in the industry
May 6, 2013

According to a press release, the Restoration Industry Association (RIA) awarded Kelmann Restoration the Phoenix Award for Innovation in Restoration and Platinum Restoration the Phoenix Award for Innovation in Reconstruction at the recent Leadership Summit & Industry Expo in Las Vegas.


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BELFOR’s Larry Holder Wins RIA’s Martin L. King Award

Martin L. King Award recognizes an individual’s exceptional service and dedication to the restoration industry
May 3, 2013

According to a press release, the Restoration Industry Association (RIA) presented its highest individual industry honor, the Martin L. King Award, to Larry Holder, CR, of BELFOR USA.


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Select Supplies, Sibo-Prodium Form Quebec Distribution Partnership

Both companies began their operations approximately 25 years ago and serve a similar clientele
May 3, 2013

Select Supplies, Montreal’s leading supplier of equipment and products used in specialized cleaning, owned by Mr. Vincent Bégin, has merged with Sibo-Prodium, the Quebec City leader in the industry, owned by Guy Simon.


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Former DRC Tradeshow to Return in September as PLR Expo

PLR Expo will run from September 23-25 at the Doubletree Hilton at the Toronto Airport
May 2, 2013

PLR Expo Services Inc. has announced that it has completed the purchase of the Property Loss & Restoration (PLR) Expo (formerly known as the DRC Tradeshow) from DRC Services Inc.


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RIA Issues Statement on Florida House Bill 909

If passed, bill would remove homeowner's right to assign benefits.
May 1, 2013

According to a press release, RIA believes that the use of an assignment of benefits (AOB) is in the best interest of the policy holder, and any prohibition will result in delaying work needed for the proper restoration of damage.


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Superstorm Sandy: Six Months Later

It's been six months since the infamous hurricane slammed the east coast.
April 29, 2013

Six months ago today, Superstorm Sandy hit, wreaking havoc on the east coast. The storm was responsible for 159 deaths (both directly and indirectly), some $50 billion worth of damage as well as the displacement of many homes and business.


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Co-owner of Paul Davis National Nabs Top Sales Honor

J Murphy was honored for more than $59 million in total sales volume attained in the franchise network
April 23, 2013

According to a press release, J. Murphy, L.H.D. and co-owner of Paul Davis National has received top honors in total sales at Paul Davis Restoration Inc.’s national convention recently held in Orlando.


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2013 RIA Leadership Summit & industry Expo

The 2013 RIA Leadership Summit & industry Expo was held from April 23-25 at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

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