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Tim Cordle, MBA - President and CEO of ARISTON, LLC. Ariston, LLC provides consulting services to Insurance Carriers and Counsel in conjunction with large property loss insurance claims, provides litigation support and expert witness testimony for counsel in support of construction defect claims, provides project management and owner's representation over sight during restoration, reconstruction and renovation. ARISTON services includes forensic accounting, document review, site information and documentation of insurance claims, cost evaluation and cost to repair preparation, scheduling, statistical and probability theory determination and claim mitigation. Previously Mr. Cordle worked for Munters MCS-Disaster Recovery as the Florida District Manager and as a National Large Loss Project Manager for Belfor Property Restoration. His extensive experience on the front lines of disasters and behind the lines working with insurance companies gives him a unique perspective on how the system works and what contra

Following last weeks interview with Ed Sobek, PhD we started thinking again about emerging issues with respect to bioaerosols inspection and assessment. James A. Scott, PhD CEO and Chief Scientific Officer of Sporometrics in Toronto CA. Dr. Scott shook up the 2012 IAQA Conference with his keynote presentation in Las Vegas titled, "The Past, Present and Future of Indoor Microbiology". The past and present aren't all that controversial but Dr. James predictions for the near future of indoor microbiology had the attendees and later the internet buzzing. How far off is the future? What new tools will indoor environmental professionals have at their disposal? What does this mean to laboratories and IEQ investigators? LEARN MORE on this weeks Flashback Friday with James Scott, PhD.

Dr. Sobek is the Director and President of Assured Bio Labs, an AIHA accredited and CDC ELITE Environmental Microbiology laboratory in Oak Ridge TN. He is a PhD microbiologist with 20 years of laboratory and field experience. He specializes in microbial contamination of the built environment. He is experienced in commercial and residential buildings, health care facilities and manufacturing settings, and serves as an expert witness for the industry. His approach is defined by his clients needs and he has developed an arsenal of molecular based tools to solve complex microbial issues. His most recent invention is the M-TRAP, which is an advanced 3-D biocapture cassette for mold, bacteria and virus. He is also active in research, and is currently collaborating with the CDC on several studies, including the Atlanta mold project.

Steven LaVelle is a consultant and marketer for restoration companies. He co-authored "Insider Secrets for a Successful Restoration Business" and wrote the books, "197 Ways to Persuade Adjusters (and Others) to Give you the Job," and "The Restoration Book" which has strategies and tactics to get more restoration jobs." His new book, "Get Paid!" has 30 of the leading names in restoration -- including Cliff Zlotnik (the Z-man himself) writing the foreword -- telling how to get paid even when the insurance companies, mortgage companies and homeowners are holding your money back." When Steven was writing "Get Paid!" he gathered some of the superstars of restoration and the three top magazines in the restoration field -- from the RIA, Cleanfax and R & R, pulled stories from their vaults for the book. But then Steven reached outside the traditional restoration field and found authors like Diane Dennis. Diane has several websites where she gives away massive amounts of free information to help contractors and

Dina Dwyer-Owens is the chairwoman and chief executive officer of The Dwyer Group. America also knows her for participating in CBS's Emmy-winning hit reality show "Undercover Boss" and the first-ever special episode "Undercover Boss: Epic Bosses." A winner of the 2012 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the Southwest Area North, Dina leads by example and credits a growing team for the franchise family she presides over today. Dina is a certified franchise executive with more than 30 years of industry experience, having grown up in The Dwyer Group. That business now includes seven franchise brands and more than 1,600 locations around the world through direct franchising and master license agreements operating as Air Serv, Glass Doctor, Mr. Appliance, Mr.Electric, Mr. Rooter, Rainbow International and The Grounds Guys. Collectively, those service brands make more than 2 million customer calls a year and account for more than $800 million in system-wide sales. In addition to being a

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This week on IAQ Radio we talk about a subject that can be as tough to pin down as water itself. What is "water activity" and why is it important? We learn the answer today with Brady Carter, Lead Research Scientist for Decagon Devices. Mr. Carter is Lead Research Scientist at Decagon Devices, Inc. He provides scientific, application, and technical support to customers. In addition, he overseas product/technology development and testing in the area of complete moisture analysis. Prior to his work at Decagon, he was an Assistant Professor/Scientist at Washington State University in Wheat Quality Research. Mr. Carter graduated Suma Cum Laude from Weber State University in 1997 with a Bachelor's degree in Botany and Chemistry and received his Master's degree in Cereal Chemistry from Washington State University in 1999. Mr. Carter has written numerous journal articles, trade journals, and application notes about water activity and its importance in determining product quality and stability. He has pioneer

Dr. Allison Bailes has figured out how to put his PhD in Physics from the University of Florida to its best use. His is the founder of Energy Vanguard and his companies mission is to turn houses into high performance homes. They do this by teaching building science to professionals and homeowners, helping energy raters succeed, designing high-performance heating and air conditioning systems and helping manufacturers, government agencies, and other businesses with building science research projects. He also writes the popular Energy Vanguard Blog. Prior to starting Energy Vanguard Dr. Bailes started off on the traditional academic path but found that wasn't enough for him. When he decided to build his own home in 2001 it was the start of a career that has taken him from performing energy rating and working on high performance homes to one of the premier energy efficiency and green building organizations in the country Southface Energy Institute. After working with Southface and sharpening his skills he

This week we discuss in further detail Advanced Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) with our Technical Director; Dr. Dietrich Weyel. Last week we laid the foundation with a discussion of toxicology, particle size, aerodynamic equivalent diameter, and where particles deposit in the respiratory track. This week we will get into more detail on the importance of aerodynamic equivalent diameter, how gasses behave in air and how this all ties into investigation and remediation of indoor environments. Dr. Weyel "Dieter" is the IAQ Radio Technical Director; his Sc.D. is in Environmental and Occupational Health from the University of Pittsburgh. He taught at the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University, and he also has worked in the private sector at Bayer Corporation prior to starting his private consulting practice. This week he helps us LEARN MORE about Advanced IEQ, particles, gasses and more on IAQ Radio.

This week we discuss Advanced Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) with our Technical Director, Dr. Dietrich Weyel. We will start with a general discussion of the Advanced IEQ topics that will be included in the upcoming IAQTI/IAQA Advanced Indoor Environmentalist course and then get into some detail on particle physics and gasses. A good understanding of how particles and gasses behave in indoor environments is vital to successful IEQ consulting and contracting. Dr. Weyel "Dieter" holds an Sc.D. in Environmental and Occupational Health from the University of Pittsburgh. He taught at the University of Pittsburgh and Duquesne University, and he also has worked in the private sector at Bayer Corporation prior to starting his private consulting practice. This week he helps us LEARN MORE about Advanced IEQ, particles, gasses and more on IAQ Radio.

Brian Mcfarland has more than 17 years' experience in sales and business management. Currently Brian is VP of Sales for Legends Environmental Insurance Services. He previously has served as Director of Business Development for Environmental Support Solutions. His current primary responsibilities are the management of insurance programs for EH&S associations, and sales management.

This week on IAQ Radio we welcome Richard J. Shaughnessy, PhD, and Bill Sothern,CIH, to discuss the recent ABC news primetime show "The Lookout" segment called Protect Yourself During a Mold Inspection. AIHA's press release here - http://www.aiha.org/about-aiha/Press/PR2013/SPR-13-0530-01_AIHA%20Members%20on%20ABC%20News%20Segment.pdf The show aired on Wednesday May 29th and reported on 7 mold inspectors called to look at a home that was first inspected by our guests. Four of the seven inspectors came up with the same diagnosis as Shaughnessy and Sothern but the other three were way off the mark. ABC Consumer Report trailer here - http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/business/2013/05/4-tips-to-protect-yourself-from-mold-inspection/ Join us and LEARN MORE as we discuss the ABC show with the two mold experts.

This week on IAQ Radio we're going to discuss an issue that keeps popping up relating to IAQ - How to evaluate spray foam applications, and remediation issues and answers with Mr. Bernard Bloom. Bernard Bloom has four decades of environmental experience with a balanced government/private sector work history. He is currently president of BSEA, an indoor air quality consulting firm in Silver Spring, MD. He has conducted many investigations into conventional and unusual indoor air quality problems in commercial, residential, and institutional buildings in the metropolitan Washington area, including problems related to improper ventilation, out-of-control indoor sources, and to unusual contaminants and pathways. He has worked with problems due to VOCs, moisture and mold, combustion, odors, SPF vapors, and the aftereffects of floods, fires, fiber releases, and vapor intrusion. For fifteen years Mr. Bloom (BS, MS) has worked as an indoor environmental consultant and is certified as an Indoor Air Quality Prof

Author and ASHRAE Past International Pres. Barney Burroughs, CIAQP on IAQ Radio this week. H. E. Barney Burroughs, CIAQQP is a technical consultant in the field of Indoor Environmental Quality and is a recognized expert in Indoor Air Quality and Air Cleaning. He is the primary author of the Burroughs/Hansen "Managing Indoor Air Quality", now in fifth edition and is also co-author of the AEE course Fundamentals and Core Skills of Indoor Air Quality. Mr. Burroughs is the President and CEO of Building Wellness Consultancy, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in IAQ diagnostics and training, filtration, and related IAQ and Building Health, Safety, and Security issues. He is a prolific author of numerous papers/articles and is a lecturer on IAQ and frequently leads seminars on that and related subjects. Mr. Burroughs is a Past International President (1987/88) and Fellow of ASHRAE (The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc.). As a Presidential Member, Barney remai

William B. Rose is Research Architect at the Building Research Council-School of Architecture at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His major field of university research involves water and its effects on buildings. He is the author of "Water in Buildings: an architect's guide to moisture and mold" published in 2005 by Wiley & Sons. This book won the Association for Preservation Technology Lee Nelson Award. His current university research has included sky radiation effects with solar reflective roof surfaces, combustion product concentrations in houses with un-vented combustion appliances and much more. He is the handbook chair of ASHRAE TC4.4, responsible for four ASHRAE Handbook chapters on building envelope performance, and he is a founding member of ASHRAE Standard Committee 160P Design Criteria for Moisture Control in Buildings. Through William B. Rose & Associates, he consults to museums and historic properties on moisture issues. Some well known buildings/project he has consulted on includ

Mr. Otero has been in the Cleaning and Restoration industry for twenty-three years, 13 years in the restoration side and 10 years in the distribution of cleaning and restoration equipment by being employed with Bridgepoint / Interlink Supply. Eleven of those years was with COIT services, one of the most successful worldwide cleaning and restoration franchises. His passion for the restoration industry is now being shared through the new technology of Direct Heat Drying & the Remote Field Commander. Mr. Otero is certified with the Dri-Zone ASD class, Vortex Drying, IICRC certified in CPT, UPH & WRT and is also certified with the Reets Drying Academy. In the last 24 months Mr. Otero has taught over 150 educational seminars & CEC events to approximately 3000 restorers, insurance agents and adjusters in the United States and Canada. He has also had the privilege of speaking at Connections Convention, RIA, FIRARS conference and DRC Convention & The Experience.

This week while Radio Joe and the Z-man are on the road, we flashback to a show with a true IAQ legend- Dr. Philip Morey. Philip R. Morey received his Ph.D. degree in Biology from Yale University and is certified in the comprehensive practice of industrial hygiene by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene. Dr. Morey has held various teaching positions including Lecturer of Biology at Harvard University and Professor of Biological Sciences at Texas Tech University. He has also held a research position (Research Microbiologist; Research Industrial Hygienist) while at The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health in the 1980s and was subsequently Director of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)/Microbiology at several consulting companies. Dr. Morey was/is Principal Consultant Microbiology at ENVIRON International Corporation. Dr. Morey was one of the panelists for the first consensus mold remediation guideline published by the New York Department of Health in 1993. He was Assistant Editor of the 1999 American

Let's hear from the patients. What do they recommend for people having trouble finding MD's to treat their dampness/mold related illness? What do they suggest when it comes to inspections and remediations? What has helped them and how can they help others? We plan to ask Cyndi Sullivan a patient of Irene Grant, MD these questions and more. Cyndi called us after our show with Dr. Grant and asked about doing a show for people and patients that have issues with dampness and mold. We talked and we agreed that everyone can learn something from each other and that professionals can certainly learn from those we are trying to help. So this week we look forward to getting the patient's perspective and will LEARN MORE on IAQ Radio!