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Home » Authors » Kayla McGowan

Articles by Kayla McGowan

Ask the Expert - Plan to Win: Inside Violand’s Business Retreat Experience
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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
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
October 1, 2025
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In this episode of Ask The Expert, Tim Hull, President and Owner of Violand Management Associates, give an exclusive inside look into their Business Planning Retreats. 




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Ask the Expert: Building a Legacy Through Culture and Community
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Building a Legacy Through Culture and Community

Jorge and Michelle Gutierrez share how strong culture, community involvement and team resilience help build a lasting legacy
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 29, 2025
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In this episode of Ask The Expert, Jorge and Michelle Gutierrez of SERVPRO reflect on their years in the restoration industry and how culture and community help shape their team.




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Ask The Expert: Clicks, Calls & Conversations: Smarter Marketing with AI and Google Ads
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Clicks, Calls & Conversations: Smarter Marketing with AI and Google Ads

Sonny Ahuja shares how AI and Google Ad strategy can help restoration professionals capture more leads and save time
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 26, 2025
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Marketing expert Sonny Ahuja reveals how restoration businesses can use AI and Google Ads to boost lead conversions and simplify customer communication. 




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Q&A: Norris Gearhart on Preparing for the Next Public Health Crisis
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Norris Gearhart on Preparing for the Next Public Health Crisis

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 25, 2025
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Norris Gearhart discusses how the restoration industry can better prepare for future public health crises through science backed education, accountability and proper processes and procedures. 


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Ask the Expert - Built for Restoration: How In-House Dev Drives Better Tech
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Built for Restoration: How In-House Dev Drives Better Tech

JobSight’s Scott Gines shares how having in-house development helps drive innovation in restoration technology
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 24, 2025
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Scott Gines, Lead Developer at JobSight, explains how in-house software development transforms restoration workflows and user experience. 




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Ask the Expert - Climbing with Purpose: Caleb Parrotte the 2025 Ladder Award Winner
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Climbing with Purpose: Caleb Parrotte the 2025 Ladder Award Winner

Ladder Award winner Caleb Parrotte shares his journey, leadership insights, and passion for restoration
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 22, 2025
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Caleb Parrotte of ATI Restoration reflects on his path to leadership, embracing tech, and serving with heart.




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Ask The Expert: Redemption, Restoration and Rebuilding after the Storm
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Redemption, Restoration and Rebuilding after the Storm

From adversity to leadership, Patrick Workman shares his personal journey into the restoration and recovery industries
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 19, 2025
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Patrick Workman, Founder of Rock Bottom Recovery & Restoration, shares how his discipline and transparency helped rebuild his life and start a business. 




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Ask The Expert: Scaling Your Restoration Business and Empowering Veterans
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Scaling Your Restoration Business and Empowering Veterans

John Tovar shares his insights on disaster response, veteran hiring and building resilient restoration teams.
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 17, 2025
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ServiceMaster Restore’s John Tovar discusses scaling your restoration business and supporting veterans through career pathways.




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Dusk behind the tree tops

Saharan Dust: Nature’s Hurricane Suppressant

Saharan Dust is suppressing the hurricanes this season, but restoration professionals must stay alert as peak season is here
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 16, 2025
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Saharan Dust is helping suppress early hurricane activity, but restoration professionals should stay prepared as peak seasons looms. 


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Ask the Expert: Balancing the Scales
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Balancing the Scales: Water Damage Claims, AOB and Documentation Strategies

Josh Ehmke shares his insights on water damage claims, denials, AOB and contractor predictions
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 15, 2025
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Josh Ehmke of One Claim Solution breaks down the legal trends in water damage claims and how contractors can protect their work and their rights.




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