{"id":20149,"date":"2026-09-13T21:40:39","date_gmt":"2026-09-13T21:40:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/hilo-hi-puroclean-the-big-island\/?post_type=blog&p=20149"},"modified":"2026-09-13T21:40:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-13T21:40:39","slug":"three-days-one-industry-one-incredible-experience-puroclean-at-the-experience-2026","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/hilo-hi-puroclean-the-big-island\/blog\/three-days-one-industry-one-incredible-experience-puroclean-at-the-experience-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Days, One Industry, One Incredible Experience: PuroClean at The Experience 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Three days. One incredible venue. Hundreds of restoration professionals. A packed expo floor. Big conversations, new friendships, great education\u2014and just a little Las Vegas fun!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our teams from PuroClean of The Big Island<\/strong> and PuroClean of East Las Vegas<\/strong> were proud to be part of The Experience 2026<\/strong>, held September 9\u201311 at the Paris Las Vegas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And WOW\u2026 what an experience it was!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Experience brought together professionals from across the cleaning, restoration, inspection, indoor air quality, and related industries for three action-packed days of education, hands-on learning, networking, and innovation. With an impressive lineup of speakers, including keynote speaker Mark Davis<\/strong>, sessions, and vendors, there was something around every corner to learn, discuss, or take back to the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For our team, it was three days of learning, connecting, representing PuroClean, and building relationships that will continue long after the lights of Las Vegas go out.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Latinos en Restoration: A New Conversation and New Connections<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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One of the most exciting and meaningful parts of The Experience was the newly created Latinos en Restoration<\/strong> sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gregory Arianoff, VP of Operations<\/strong>, was incredibly thankful for the opportunity to take the stage and share his story, experiences, and perspective with fellow restoration professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But for Gregory, it wasn\u2019t simply about getting behind a microphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was about connection<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It was about recognizing the growing influence of Latino professionals throughout the restoration industry and creating a place where people could share their stories, experiences, challenges, and successes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And that\u2019s exactly what happened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arianoff also had the opportunity to make some great new connections, including Cesar Cadena of JCCC Construction and Luis Suarez of RestorRight<\/strong>. Building relationships with other professionals who share the same passion for the industry is one of the things that makes events like this so valuable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There is something special about sitting down with someone you\u2019ve just met and realizing that, despite coming from different companies, markets, and backgrounds, you\u2019re dealing with many of the same challenges\u2014and chasing many of the same goals in life or in business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A HUGE congratulations and thank you to Kayla McGowan and Monica Aquino<\/strong> for helping bring Latinos en Restoration to The Experience!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You didn\u2019t just put together a session\u2014you helped create a platform, a conversation, and a community.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monica\u2019s recent Restoration & Remediation<\/em> article, \u201cLa Marea Latina ha Llegado: Influencia y Oportunidades en la Restauraci\u00f3n,\u201d<\/em> highlights the growing influence and opportunities for Latino professionals in restoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re excited to see where this movement goes next because this is only the beginning!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a1Vamos!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PuroClean Was There in a BIG Way!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PuroClean wasn\u2019t simply attending The Experience\u2014we were proud to be a GOLD SPONSOR of this year\u2019s event!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

That gave us an incredible opportunity to showcase the PuroClean brand, connect with restoration professionals from across the country, and demonstrate the depth of experience, technology, training, and franchise support behind the PuroClean network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The PuroClean and AccuGuard booths were busy throughout the event, and Gregory was proud to help support the team and represent the brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A special shout-out to the incredible group helping make it happen on site:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steve White \u2014 President, PuroClean<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brandon Mangual, CFE \u2014 Vice President of Franchise Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wallie Langus, MBA \u2014 Franchise Development Marketing Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ben Doebler \u2014 AccuGuard President & PuroClean Franchise Owner<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

C.J. Bailey \u2014 Vice President of Software Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Darren Hudema \u2014 Director of Training & Technical Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elizabeth Evans \u2014 National Sales Director & Business Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s a serious lineup of experience, leadership, and restoration knowledge all under one roof!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From franchise development and operations to technology, training, and commercial restoration, the team brought a tremendous amount of knowledge and energy to the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And with PuroClean celebrating 25 years in 2026<\/strong>, the timing couldn\u2019t have been better. The brand continues to focus on innovation, training, technology, franchise support, and the relationships that help Franchise Owners succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Friend, A Lawyer and A Great Resource for the Industry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, no restoration event would be complete without catching up with Ed Cross, The Restoration Lawyer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ed is not only a great friend, but someone who has become a tremendous resource and advocate for restoration contractors. His knowledge of the legal side of our industry\u2014and his willingness to help restoration professionals better understand the business side of what we do\u2014is invaluable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s always great to catch up, exchange ideas, and talk story with Ed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And yes\u2026 somehow restoration professionals can turn almost any conversation into a discussion about contracts, insurance, collections, or the latest industry headache!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s restoration!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Expo Floor Was HOPPING!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Then there was the expo!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Equipment, technology, software, cleaning systems, restoration products, PPE, air quality solutions, and enough new ideas to keep a restoration nerd busy for days!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The expo floor was packed with some of the biggest and most innovative names in the industry. It was a great opportunity to see what\u2019s new, get hands-on with products, ask questions, and discover solutions that can make our teams more efficient and our customers\u2019 experience even better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because in this business, standing still isn\u2019t really an option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The industry keeps moving\u2014and we intend to keep moving with it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learn a Little. Laugh a Lot. Make Some Memories.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After three days of packed sessions, walking the expo floor, meeting new people, and talking shop until our brains were full, it was time to switch gears!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And what better place to do that than Las Vegas?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The after-hours pool party on the first night was the perfect way to kick back, relax, and enjoy some time with friends and colleagues outside of the classroom and expo floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There were laughs, stories, networking, probably a few \u201cyou had to be there\u201d moments\u2014and exactly the kind of atmosphere that reminds you why relationships are such a huge part of this industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because sometimes the best business conversation starts with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHey, want to grab a drink?\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We Came to Learn\u2026 and Left Fired Up!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s really what The Experience was all about for us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We came looking for new ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We found new ideas and new relationships.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We came to represent PuroClean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We found ourselves representing the people, culture, and values behind the brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We came to listen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We came to share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We came to support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And we left energized, inspired, and ready to put everything we learned into action.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From PuroClean of The Big Island<\/strong> to PuroClean of East Las Vegas<\/strong>, our goal is always the same: keep learning, keep improving, and keep finding better ways to serve our customers and communities when they need us most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s what makes this industry special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s competitive\u2014but it\u2019s also collaborative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s demanding\u2014but it\u2019s rewarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And most importantly, it\u2019s filled with people who genuinely care about helping others when disaster strikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What a Week!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A huge MAHALO<\/strong> to everyone who made The Experience 2026 such a success\u2014the organizers, educators, vendors, speakers, sponsors, fellow restorers, friends, and everyone who stopped by the PuroClean and AccuGuard booths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And an extra-big thank you to Kayla McGowan and Monica Aquino<\/strong> for helping create the Latinos en Restoration platform and to everyone who stepped forward to share their stories and build something bigger together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are already looking forward to what\u2019s next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep learning. Keep connecting. Keep growing. Keep raising the bar.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And most importantly\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll see everyone next year!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paramedics of Property Damage\u00ae<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Las Vegas<\/a>, call (702) 551-3040<\/a>. On the Big Island of Hawai\u2019i<\/a>, call (808) 460-4400<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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