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RIA Extends Early-Bird Rate for 2014 Convention to February 7

Originally, the early-bird rate was set to expire at the end of January.

February 4, 2014

In what it’s calling the “polar vortex extension,” the Restoration Industry Association (RIA) has extended its early-bird registration rate for the 2014 International Restoration Convention & Industry Expo to Friday, February 7.

RIA Initiatives Educate and Protect the Industry

Patricia L. Harman

February 3, 2014

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Two free fact sheets from RIA address asbestos issues contractors may encounter in the course of their restoration projects.

2014 RIA Education Preview

January 10, 2014

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Cutting-edge education has always been one of the hallmarks of the Restoration Industry Association.

Registration Now Open for 2014 RIA Convention

An early bird discount is available until January 31.

January 7, 2014

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Registration is now open for the RIA’s International Restoration Convention & Industry Expo, which will be held April 9-11 at the Marriott World Center hotel in Orlando, FL.

RIA Announces Keynote Speakers for 2014 Convention

Other events during the convention include networking events, educational sessions, the Expo and the RIA Awards Reception and Banquet

December 23, 2013

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The 69^th Annual RIA Convention, slated for April 9-11 at the Marriott World Center in Orlando, FL, will feature an opening keynote address by Chip Lackey, Senior Director responsible for Vehicle Valuation Services and Claims in the Insurance Practice at J.D. Power, on Thursday, April 10, according to a press release.

RIA Releases Asbestos Fact Sheets

The fact sheet underwent an extensive peer review and contains general information and best practices

December 18, 2013

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The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) has released two fact sheets addressing asbestos issues restoration contractors may encounter in the course of their restoration projects, according to a press release.

RIA 2014 Convention Preview

Patricia L. Harman

December 2, 2013

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The 2014 International Restoration Convention & Industry Expo powered by RIA, will take place April 9-11 at the Marriott World Center in Orlando, FL.

RIA vs. ThermaPure Update

For RIA members and the industry at large, this argument by the Defendants removes the threat of litigation, licensing demands and potential lawsuits on all of the remaining patents owned by ThermaPure, TPE Associates or Hedman other than the '812 Patent.

November 6, 2013

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In January 2013, RIA filed suit in U.S. District Court against David Hedman and ThermaPure in an effort to invalidate a family of patents held by ThermaPure, TPE Associates, and Hedman.

What Has RIA Done for the Industry Lately?

When an organization has been around for 67 years, it’s easy to forget what it has accomplished during that time and to take its value and contributions for granted

November 1, 2013

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The Restoration Industry Association was founded in 1946 as the National Institute of Rug Cleaners and over the years it has gone through several incarnations before being rebranded to its current name in 2007.

Nov. 18 PIC Conference to Cover Social Media and Claims Processes

“Social media has changed how consumers communicate with insurers and other parties involved in a claim,” said PIC Chairman Jeff Brinkman

October 17, 2013

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The next Property Industry Conference will be held on Monday, November 18, 2013, in Jacksonville, FL, at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville from 1-4 p.m., before the PLRB Large Loss Conference, according to a press release.