Bart Meador is vice president of operations, residential storm, with restoration franchise PuroClean. His division specializes in mobilizing teams following CAT events. Here, Meador shares the experience of approximately 50 PuroClean franchises responding to Hurricane Ida devastation in the southern and northeast U.S. He highlights the importance of preparation, communication, collaboration, compassion and patience. 

FloLogic’s Ian Greene shares how automatic shutoff technology, smart leak detection, and proactive risk management are helping restorers reduce customer losses, strengthen relationships, and create new opportunities for their business.

PuroClean’s COO, George Hernandez, discusses CAT response planning, partnerships, operational strategies, and cash flow strategies for CAT work.

Leighton Healey of KnowHow shares his insights on AI, training, company culture, and building stronger teams in the restoration industry.

In part two of our commercial drying series, Howard Wolf shares why successful commercial and large-loss projects require strong communication, risk evaluations, disciplined operational processes, and a systems thinking approach.

ServiceForge’s Jane Blanchard shares how after-hours response and customer communication can help restoration companies improve their reviews, increase lead conversion, and build trust.

Jeff Cross joins host Kayla McGowan to discuss AI in industry media, the value that deadlines bring, collaboration, and why coffee is part of their workflow.