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The IICRC extends heartfelt gratitude to Joe Dobbins for his 30 years of exceptional service and leadership. As Joe steps down, the IICRC proudly welcomes Leslie Anderson as the new President and Chair, bringing her extensive experience and innovative approach to the restoration industry.

Ricoh announced its accelerated collaborations with software partners to enhance the RICOH360 platform for the restoration and insurance industry. This will enable quick sharing of 360-degree images, making disaster site assessments faster and more cost-effective.

Reins has announced a strategic partnership with CEO Warrior, a renowned business development organization for the home service industry. This collaboration aims to position Reins as the top provider of employee incentive programs for skilled trade companies nationwide, leveraging CEO Warrior's extensive network and resources. 

It was a dream-come-true day when Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of Tampa held their annual Paul Davis Inshore Fishing Classic on March 7 at the Hula Bay Marina. More than 100 participants from the industry took part in the event, which raised $30,000 for The Children’s Dream Fund. 

Don't miss the chance to participate in the Microbial Warrior 2.0 Training Experience at E3 Drying Academy in Indianapolis, IN, from May 12th to 17th, 2025. Led by Master Trainer Jeff Jones, this training covers advanced techniques in forensic restoration, biohazard decontamination and abatement. 

Home Franchise Concepts is undergoing a leadership transition as President and CEO Andrew Skehan announces his retirement in June. Corey Benish has been appointed President and will assume the role of President and CEO in July.

Restoration contractors can now save hours of manual comparison work with LEVLR, a new AI-driven tool that flags missed or changed items in Xactimate estimates instantly. Launched by industry veteran Jeff Diem, LEVLR simplifies reconciliation, increases accuracy and helps protect margins.

First Onsite Property Restoration strengthens its biohazard response capabilities with CBRT certification for its Pensacola branch, ensuring expert remediation for crime scenes, trauma events and infectious disease threats.

The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) has teamed up with AnswerForce to bring tailored call-answering solutions to restoration professionals. RIA members now receive exclusive discounts on AnswerForce’s professional receptionist services, helping businesses scale and grow by ensuring they never miss a call, day or night.

magicplan PrecisionLink revolutionizes restoration and claims documentation by integrating precise laser measurements directly into the app. Say goodbye to manual input and cloud-based redrawing to help ensure 100% accuracy with verified dimensions captured on-site. Discover how this next-generation feature enhances sketching, estimating and reporting.