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Restoration and Remediation Industry NewsRestoration Training/Education

Reets Drying Academy Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence

Two Decades of Raising the Bar in Restoration Training

By Kayla McGowan, Reets Drying Academy Staff
Reets Drying Academy team

Photo: Reets Drying Academy

Reets Drying Academy team

Photo: Reets Drying Academy

Reets Drying Academy team
Reets Drying Academy team
January 17, 2025

Reets Drying Academy, a highly respected institution in the restoration training industry, proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Over the past two decades, Reets Drying Academy has been a beacon of excellence, providing top-tier education and training to restoration professionals. Over 2,000 students from around the world have given the training at Reets Drying Academy a 5-star rating!

To celebrate their 20th anniversary, they want to make IICRC WRT accessible to as many people as possible! They are offering their 5-star rated IICRC WRT Livestream course for a discounted price of $249 for the entire year! They will also be covering the cost of the tuition for the IICRC WRT Livestream course for 20 students every week! To be a part of this historic celebration, visit Reets Drying Academy and book a course today!


Commitment to Quality 

Reets Drying Academy's unwavering dedication to training companies in performing their work with excellence has set a benchmark in the industry. Their training programs focus on reducing liability and increasing profitability, ensuring that participants leave with a comprehensive understanding and confidence to tackle even the most challenging restoration tasks. One of their mission statements is where you learn how to do the job right, and get paid for it. Their offerings include in-house IICRC classes, Livestream sessions, and online training packages.


Meet the Team 

The academy’s success can be attributed to its exceptional team of instructors and specialists, each bringing invaluable in-field experience. These professionals have owned and operated their own restoration companies, making them uniquely qualified to relate to the challenges faced by their students. The team includes:

  • Jeremy Reets – Owner
  • David Hodge – Instructor
  • Nick Sharp – Instructor
  • Meredith Truitt – Hands-On Training Specialist
  • Rebekah Beilen – Online Training Advisor
  • Crystal Solis – Business Development Visual Media
  • Tonya McLeroy – Brand Marketing Strategist
  • Steve McLeroy – Senior Visual Designer
  • Greg Ahlstrom – Accountant
  • Aaron Stienblock – Instructor
  • Matt Light – Instructor

Jeremy reflected on their achievement, what it means and what they see for the future, “Celebrating 20 years at Reets Drying Academy is more than a milestone—it’s a reflection of the dedication of our team and the trust of the 10’s of thousands of restoration professionals we’ve had the honor to train. Over the past two decades, we’ve focused on equipping technicians with the knowledge and skills to do the job right, raising the standard of excellence in restoration. As we look to the future, Reets Drying’s mission remains clear: to empower the next generation of restoration professionals, continue transforming the way our industry serves others, and develop innovative ways to make IICRC certification more accessible to all restoration professionals.”

As Reets Drying Academy celebrates two decades of unparalleled success, their dedication to fostering excellence within the restoration industry is commendable. Here’s to many more years of transforming lives and setting new standards of professionalism.

Congratulations, Reets Drying Academy, on 20 years of dedication and excellence in restoration training!

Visit www.reetsdryingacademy.com for more information.

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Kayla mcgowan author

Kayla McGowan is the Editor-in-Chief of Restoration and Remediation (R&R) magazine, bringing nearly 10 years of marketing and communications experience in the restoration sector. With a solid foundation in content creation, editing, and social media strategy, Kayla respects the vital work of the industry. At R&R, she develops content that engages and informs restoration professionals and manages content strategy for The Experience Events, bridging the cleaning and restoration industries. Outside of work, Kayla is an avid foodie who loves exploring new culinary experiences. She enjoys spending time with her family and embracing the outdoors. Kayla is excited to connect with industry professionals and contribute to R&R’s ongoing success. Reach her at mcgowank@bnpmedia.com or 757-849-2461.

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