opportunities. Rick has recently joined Informa Markets, the largest trade show organizer in the world, and works with their key shows in the construction industry including International Roofing Expo, JLC Live, Remodeling Show, Deck Expo, World of Concrete, Pool/Spa/Patio Expo and others. Rick is a founding member of Joint Center for Housings Studies Harvard University, Remodeling Futures Committee and has been a steering committee member for the past 25 years. He has also served on the Executive Committee of the Home Improvement Research institute and is a Past Chairman of HIRI’s Professional Remodeler Committee. Rick has also been awarded with The National Association of the Remodeling Industry’s Presidents Award for his service to the industry.