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Paul Pearce

Paul Pearce, an industry veteran since 1973, is a Master Cleaner, Restorer and Instructor, as well as owner of Country House Carpet Care in England. He is a past president of the National Carpet Cleaners Association (UK), for which he currently serves as technical director. He has also served as past chairman for the British Cleaning Council.

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Why Government Affairs Are Critical to Our Success

October 10, 2011

By Paul Pearce

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With all the talk about ANSI accreditation, the increasing responsibilities of the IICRC committee should come as no surprise.

Evolution of the IICRC: ANSI

September 20, 2011

By Paul Pearce

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There have been a lot of changes to the IICRC in the past two years, and we realize that change is never easy. But change is a natural occurrence in any organization, including ours.

Rapid Response in the Wake of a Natural Disaster

August 9, 2011

By Paul Pearce

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For several years, the IICRC has engaged in a “rapid response” program, aiming to spread the word of what to do and what not to do when property owners are dealing with natural disasters.

IICRC: Registrant Feedback is Essential

July 7, 2011

By Paul Pearce

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At the Connections Conference in Clearwater, Fla., the IICRC hosted a session that provided an overview of the IICRC’s continued evolution and how the number of changes taking place will fit together.

Evolving the IICRC's Mission, Vision and Values

May 23, 2011

By Paul Pearce

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During the past two years, the IICRC has been taking a critical look at the organization and examining how we can best evolve as an organization.

We're All In This Together

April 12, 2011

By Paul Pearce

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Too often, you hear about organizations working against one another, or being self-serving. Well, let me share a few recent instances of the IICRC working with other organizations and associations to advance our industry.

The Road to ANSI Accreditation

March 4, 2011

By Paul Pearce

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As many of you are aware, in 2005, after a 10-month review process, the IICRC was approved as a standard writing body by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Establishing the International Trade Association

January 5, 2011

By Paul Pearce

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In November 2010, the IICRC announced its intent to create an international trade association as an extension of the current organization.

Time Marches On

December 14, 2010

By Paul Pearce

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In early October, the IICRC convened for several days of meetings that included semi-annual meetings of the Certification Council and the board of directors.

How and Why IICRC Works with Government

November 1, 2010

By Paul Pearce

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The IICRC is committed to representing the cleaning, inspection and restoration industry to the best of its ability. Part of the commitment involves working with government agencies and officials.

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