RIA Independent Advisory Board Nomination Form

×Submit the following Independent Advisory Committee "Voice of the Independent" nomination application no later than Friday, January 9, 2026, at 5:00 pm EDT. If you have questions, please contact RIA at info@restorationindustry.org.

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We appreciate your interest in serving on the RIA Independent Advisory Committee to serve as a voice for the independent companies within RIA. Candidates with the following qualifications, desired skills, and experience will be considered:

For the Voice of the Independent, we are looking for companies that meet the following profile:
An independently owned restoration company that operates without affiliation to a national brand, franchise system, or corporate ownership structure. These businesses maintain full decision-making authority, with the owner or leadership team directly overseeing operations, strategy, and client relationships.

While independent restorers may serve national clients or participate in contractor networks, they maintain a locally rooted operational footprint, meaning their physical offices, staff, and day-to-day service delivery are based within a specific region or state rather than supported by a multi-state or nationwide branch network.

This distinction centers on operational structure, not the scope of customers served.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be an RIA member in good standing for at least one (1) year
Must complete all application requirements
Ideally, have experience supporting the RIA in other volunteer roles, or with event attendance

Desired Skills & Experience

Engaged in the restoration and/or reconstruction industry
Demonstrated support of the RIA’s mission and initiatives
Ability to leverage connections and resources to help the RIA advance its strategic plan goals and bring forward the Voice of the Independent
Proven leadership ability

Expectations

Act in the best interests of the RIA and its members
Serve as an ambassador for the RIA and serve as a Voice for the Independent Restorers

First & Last Name

Company

Phone

Address

Address 2

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Country

Company Website

Description of Company (2 paragraphs maximum)

Years in Business

Years Company has been an RIA member

Number of Years Applicant has Worked in the Restoration Industry

I am a member in good standing for at least one year.

Education, Degrees, Licenses, Certifications and Advanced Training

Bullet list of college degree(s) and any related business training or education

RIA certification(s) currently held

WLS

FLS

CLS

ERS

Other…

Other industry licenses or certifications currently held

In what ways have you demonstrated engagement with and commitment to the RIA? (2 paragraphs maximum)

Examples may include volunteering on a committee or task force, assisting with or participating in an RIA event or convention, contributions to RIA technical documents and publications, etc.

Attendance at RIA Conventions

Please list conventions attended.

In what ways do you support the RIA's mission and initiatives? (2 paragraphs maximum)

If selected to serve on this advisory committee, what would be your goals and priorities related to the RIA's strategic pillars: Sustainability, Advocacy, Membership Growth & Engagement and Elevating the Industry? (4 paragraphs maximum)

Describe what, if any, leadership roles you have held with other boards, committees or organizations. (2 paragraphs maximum)

Disclose below any actual or potential conflicts of interest you may have, along with any business, financial, personal, and organizational interests and affiliations that could be construed to be a conflict of interest with the RIA.

Provide a brief biographical statement that can be shared with the selection committee so we can get to know you.

Provide a headshot that can be shared with RIA members and displayed on the RIA website and social media if selected.

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128 MB limit.
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Verification

I hereby affirm the information contained herein is accurate to the best of my knowledge and understanding, and in conformance with the Nomination Guidelines. I agree to provide additional information if requested by the RIA Nominating Committee. Sign below.

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