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Restoration Today

Michelle Blevins
Restoration Industry
Artificial Intelligence
Mergers and Acquisitions
Leadership
California Wildfires
Insurance
Puroclean
Company Culture
Cash Flow
Enterprise Value
Team Building
Restoration Industry Association
RIA Board Of Directors
Private Equity
Docusketch
Accountability
Insurance Claims
Business Growth
Estimating
Communication

Restoration Today is a video and audio podcast covering everything restoration-related. Every week, Michelle Blevins sits down with an industry peer – a contractor, a colleague, a supplier, an innovator, an insurer, etc. Every conversation will cover the hottest topics in today’s restoration industry – going beyond fire and water damage restoration and diving into topics like M&A, company culture,... more

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Latest Episodes

Who’s advocating for the restoration industry when it matters most?

On this episode of Restoration Today, Vince Scarfo, Director of Advocacy and Government Affairs for the Restoration Industry Association (RIA), joins the conversation to discuss how... more

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What happens when you take over a restoration job from a company that went out of business? It might be more than you bargained for!

Phil and Michelle sit down with restoration insurance expert Ross Driscoll Jr., of National E & S Insurance & Drisco... more

Why do leadership teams plateau, even when they have the experience and knowledge to grow?

In this episode of Chasing the Vision, in partnership with Violand Management Associates, Michelle & Tim Hull explore the difference between managing processe... more

In this episode of the Restoration Today Podcast, Susan Fleming, VP of Business Intelligence & Insights at Verisk, breaks down the latest trends shaping restoration claims. From fewer but larger and more complex losses to shifting severe weather patt... more

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Recent Guests

Ross Driscoll Jr.
Expert in excess & surplus lines and restoration insurance
National E&S Insurance & Driscoll & Driscoll
Episode: So… Who’s Responsible for That Job Now? | Phil & Michelle's Happy Hour
Susan Fleming
VP of Business Intelligence and Insights
Verisk
Episode: Following the Data: Where Restoration Claims Are Headed
Chris Tilkov
Rep/innovator on the DocuSketch team
DocuSketch
Episode: Estimating in 2026 and Beyond | Restoration Master Class S4E9
John Monroe
Director of Consulting
Violand Management Associates
Episode: Restoration Pulse Check LIVE! | September 25, 2026
Tim Hull
Violand Management Associate
Violand Management Associates
Episode: Restoration Pulse Check LIVE! | September 25, 2026
Parker Olsen
Atmos Drying Services representative; specializes in national disaster response and large-loss contractor support
Atmos Drying Services
Episode: Ready for CAT? The People, Capital & Partnerships You Need
Carlos Ramirez
Serial entrepreneur in the restoration space; owner of Pure Restore and Paragon Environmental
Pure Restore; Paragon Environmental
Episode: Getting Paid: How AI Is Changing Restoration Collections
Doug Weatherman
Chief Operating Officer of Rare Restoration and Roofing; involved in AI-enabled claims processes
Rare Restoration and Roofing
Episode: Getting Paid: How AI Is Changing Restoration Collections
Jeff Moore
CEO of ATI Restoration
ATI
Episode: Restoration Unfiltered: The Truth & Data with Jeff Moore

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Michelle Blevins
Host of Restoration Today, leading discussions with industry peers on trends, technology, and business strategy

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great podcast

    As a restoration business owner, I need the input of Michelle and her guests. Her weekly podcasts are a highlight of my week.

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    United States3 years ago

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Following the Data: Where Restoration Claims Are Headed
Q: If you were to give restorers one piece of advice from a data and intelligence standpoint, what would it be?
Know your market and keep a close eye on your market share relative to peers; the mix of losses is changing, so understanding where your opportunities lie and how you stack up against competitors will drive better decision-making and growth.
Getting Paid: How AI Is Changing Restoration Collections
Q: Explain how Justified (Jstfyd) integrates with a restoration company and what it looks like in practice.
It starts by addressing internal bottlenecks where managers are bombarded with questions; the system provides structured, standards-based guidance, performs final reviews on estimates, and can read various documents to suggest missing line items. It then integrates with Outlook/Gmail to manage communications, auto-generates responses, and tracks responses from adjusters, all while maintaining human oversight for accuracy and compliance.
Building a Legacy: Inside PuroClean Leadership
Q: What should franchisees focus on to grow over the next five years?
The emphasis is on profitability and building smart, sustainable growth, avoiding overextension, and ensuring investments are value-driven and controllable within the fiscal framework of the business.
Delegation Is More Than Just Letting Go
Q: What does a delegation moment look like and how should leaders harness it effectively?
A delegation moment is when a leader consciously cedes decision rights to a team member, within a defined boundary or outcome, and then coaches them afterward; harnessing it involves starting small, documenting expectations, and allowing the outcome to stand without immediate criticism.
Delegation Is More Than Just Letting Go
Q: If accountability requires authority, why do so many owners still struggle with delegation?
Owners often think they are delegating when they are merely assigning tasks; true delegation involves giving up ownership of outcomes, not just tasks, and requires clear expectations and time for the staff to develop trust and capability.

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What is Restoration Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, leadership- and technology-forward show focused on the restoration industry. Episodes frequently center on how to scale, innovate, and differentiate firms—from adopting ERP systems and AI-driven marketing to building accountable cultures, robust hiring practices, and data-driven operations. Expect candid conversations with owners, executives, and vendors about real-world challenges like margins, process standardization, and navigating program vs. non-program work, with actionable takeaways such as structured sales approaches, centralized estimating, and strategic delegation. A notable strength is the blend of hands-on operations guidance with bigger-picture industry trends and event insights, plus guest expertise spanning ERP, ... more

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1. Ross Driscoll Jr.
2. Susan Fleming
3. Chris Tilkov
4. John Monroe
5. Tim Hull
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8. Doug Weatherman

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