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Plan to Win: Inside Violand’s Business Retreat Experience

Violand Retreats in Ohio and Florida Help Restoration Professionals Build Winning Business Plans

By Kayla McGowan
October 1, 2025

On this episode of Ask The Expert, we’re joined by Tim Hull, Owner and President of Violand Management Associates. This special episode gives you an inside look at the upcoming Business Retreats in Ohio and Florida. Two amazing events in two beautiful locations. Tim shares how these retreats help restoration, cleaning and home service business algin their teams, seat measurable goals and transform their business.

Tim has over 20 years of experience in the restoration industry, he serves this industry with high standards of service, professionalism and integrity. Tim has been with Violand Management Associates since 2008 where he previously serviced as a business development advisor, director of operations and general manager.

Learn more about the upcoming events in this episode:

  • Violand Management Associates has hosted these business planning retreats for over 25 years, with the goal of educating attendees on how to write an executable business plan.
  • The retreats are 3-days where you focus on defining your mission, vision and measurable business objectives for the upcoming year.
  • Plus, hands-on coaching, support and accountability throughout the planning process with the entire Violand team.
  • Both retreats are full off focused learning and collaboration, networking opportunities and much more.
  • Violand has seen attendees' businesses grow over the years as they continue to participate and bring more team members.
  • Violand sponsored this year’s Technician Award, and the awardee will receive their award at the retreat in Florida.  
Whether this is your first time attending or your 25th, these events are designed for strategic planning, working on our business and building your strategy for the upcoming year and beyond. For additional information, check out Violand Management Associates’ Business Planning Retreats landing page. 

     

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Kayla McGowan is the Editor-in-Chief of R&R Magazine, with 10 years of experience in marketing and communications in the restoration and cleaning industry. She leads the editorial strategy for R&R and The Experience Events, creating content that informs and connects industry professionals. 

Kayla holds a B.S. in Criminal Science and M.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management from Grand Canyon University. She serves as Co-Chair on the RIA’s Marketing Committee.

Kayla is a Microbial Warrior®, a Certified Forensic Operator® and a High Risk/ High Level Decontamination Specialist™. Kayla is passionate about elevating the industry, is a food lover, enjoys spending time with her family, and embracing the outdoors.

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