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Home » Multimedia » Podcasts » TradeTalks: Unlocking the Experience » From Cleaning Fans to Paving His Way in the Industry

TradeTalks: Unlocking the Experience

RR Ask the Expert Podcast
Trade Talks: Unlocking The Experience is a weekly look at the leaders that have helped make The Experience what it is today. Featuring detailed interviews with past, present, and future speakers, exhibitors, and attendees of The Experience. What is their back story? Why did they get into our industry? And of course, what led them all to converge at these amazing events? Please join us and find out!

Featured Guests include:
• Chuck Violand
• Barry Costa
• Kevin and Annissa Coy
• Andrea Hanson
• Michael Pinto
• Shawn Bisallion
• David Hart
• Lisa Wagner
...and more!

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Branden Adams
January 17, 2025
22:56
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From Cleaning Fans to Paving His Way in the Industry

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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Chris Nordyke and Wayne Hudson
July 10, 2025
53:40
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Behind the Curtain: Growth, Leadership and Lessons

On this episode of TradeTalks, Chris Nordyke and Wayne Hudson of Floodlight Consulting Group share their journey, keynote preview and the leadership lessons restoration professionals need to hear.

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Bill Luallen
March 12, 2025
13:53
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From Navy to Floor Care: Navigating Success

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 buildings his career in the industry.

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Leon Walker-Metts and Joe Hoffman
February 27, 2025
14:20
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From Passion to Profession

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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February 13, 2025
28:42
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Catastrophe Preparedness with Industry Experts

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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Jeff Cross
January 29, 2025
14:02
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From Carpet Cleaning to Media

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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Ivi Sims
January 2, 2025
15:16
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From Foundations to Innovations

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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