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Trade Talks - Episode 31
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

Behind the Curtain: Growth, Leadership and Lessons for Restorers

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
July 10, 2025
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Chris Nordyke and Wayne Hudson share their insights on scaling, mindset shifts and what’s next for their keynote at The Experience. 



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TradeTalks with Bill Luallen
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

From Navy to Floor Care: Navigating Success

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
March 13, 2025
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Check out the latest episode of "TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience" with Bill Luallen, a seasoned expert with over 25 years in the cleaning and flooring industries. He shares his journey from the navy to building his career in the industry.


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TradeTalks episode 29: Leon Walker-Metts & Joe Hoffman, Co-Founders for the Helios Group
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

From Passion to Profession: Helios Group Discusses Benefits for Restoration Technicians

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
February 27, 2025
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Join us in this episode of 'TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience' as industry veterans Joe and Leon share their journey in wellness and employee support. Learn how their expertise addresses workforce challenges, and why you should attend The Experience 2025 at the Charlotte Harbor Convention Center.


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TradeTalks episode 28: Catastrophe Preparedness with Industry Experts
TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience

Catastrophe Preparedness with Industry Experts

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
February 13, 2025
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In this episode of “TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience,” Kayla McGowan interviews the Catastrophe Panel. Learn more about our speakers and in the importance behind this panel discussion.


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TradeTalks episode 27: Jeff Cross, ISSA Media Director
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

From Carpet Cleaning to Media

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 30, 2025
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In this episode of “TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience,” Kayla McGowan, Chief Editor at Restoration & Remediation, interviews Jeff Cross. Learn how Jeff went from owning a cleaning business to becoming a leading media director. He shares insights on industry evolution, collaboration and his mad scientist skills in the kitchen.


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TradeTalks episode 26: Branden Adams
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

From Cleaning Fans to Paving His Way in the Restoration Industry

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 17, 2025
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Check out the latest episode of "TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience" with Branden Adams, a seasoned expert with over 10 years in the restoration industry. He shares his journey from early mentorship to becoming a renowned figure in the field. Learn about his upcoming hands-on demonstration at The Experience and his day-to-day insights. 


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TradeTalks episode 25: Ivi Sims, Founder of BULCS Holding Pty Ltd.
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

From Foundations to Innovations

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 2, 2025
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Explore the latest episode of Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience, where industry veteran Ivi Sims shares her journey and expertise in wood floor drying, major loss mitigation, and mold remediation.


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TradeTalks episode 24: Michael Balzano, Former R&R Publisher
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

Passing The Torch

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
December 19, 2024
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Our Former Publisher shares his reflections on his journey with R&R and The Experience Events.


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TradeTalks: Garret Gray, President of Insurance Solutions, CoreLogic
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

How a College Dropout Became a Restoration Technology Leader

CoreLogic President of Insurance Solutions Garret Gray on Using Technology to Create Efficient Workflows
Myldred Ingram
Myldred Ingram
August 15, 2024
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We bring you a new episode of Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience with special guest Garret Gray, CEO of Next Gear Solutions and President of Insurance Solutions for CoreLogic.


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TradeTalks episode 22: Leighton Healey, CEO, KnowHow
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience

KnowHow CEO Leighton Healey on His Entrepreneurial Journey

Founder of Restoration Industry Workforce Resource Shares Lessons Learned from a Wide Breadth of Experiences
Myldred Ingram
Myldred Ingram
August 8, 2024
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We bring you a new episode of Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience with special guest CEO/Founder of KnowHow and The Experience Events keynote speaker Leighton Healey.


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