The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) is proud to announce IdealTraits as its newest Affinity Partner, bringing powerful hiring and recruiting solutions to RIA members.To introduce members to these new benefits, IdealTraits will host an exclusive webinar on April 1, where attendees can explore the platform’s automation features and learn how to build resilient teams through data-driven hiring.

As restoration companies continue to face workforce shortages and increasing pressure to build strong teams quickly, IdealTraits joins the RIA Affinity Partner Program to help members hire smarter and faster with an all-in-one recruiting platform designed to streamline the entire hiring process. Built on over 25 years of management experience, the platform offers an end-to-end solution that eliminates the manual hassle of sorting through resumes by utilizing advanced assessments and automation.

Identifying top-tier talent is now more affordable than ever; through this partnership, RIA members access exclusive savings designed to save thousands per year. The platform integrates wide-reaching job distribution to over 100 boards with sophisticated behavioral and cognitive assessments, ensuring businesses find the right fit. By leveraging automated workflows and one-way video interviewing, restoration companies can significantly shorten their hiring cycles while improving long-term retention through real-time feedback tools like Employee Pulse.

For companies requiring higher-touch support, the partnership also introduces the Virtual Hiring Assistant Program, which provides personalized consultations and custom job advertising to help restoration firms meet their specific growth goals.

“Hiring the right people is one of the most important and challenging aspects of growing a restoration business,” said RIA CEO Saima Hedrick. “Our partnership with IdealTraits gives members access to tools that help them attract better candidates, streamline their hiring process, and ultimately build stronger teams.”

The RIA Affinity Partner Program connects members with trusted partners offering valuable services and discounts designed to help restoration contractors operate more efficiently and grow sustainably.

For more information on the RIA Affinity Partner benefits, visit: www.restorationindustry.org/product-service-discounts-ria-members

About the IdealTraits
IdealTraits is a comprehensive hiring platform designed to help restoration companies attract, evaluate, and retain top talent faster and more effectively. Built on over 25 years of management experience across diverse sectors, our platform offers a host of recruiting tools and professional services, from job postings and candidate tracking to assessments, video interviews, and automation, all in one place.

About the RIA
The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) is the leading international network of restoration professionals, protecting the interests of the industry by tackling shared challenges and providing access to resources and opportunities to help you elevate your business.