IICRC Reveals Annual Award Winners

October 7, 2021

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) recently hosted its 2021 Annual Instructors’ Meeting Awards Dinner at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, where the institute revealed the recipients of this year’s awards.

Tom Hill and Ed York were named to the IICRC Hall of Fame, Class of 2021. IICRC’s Founder’s Award was presented to Tom Hill and Kenway Mead in recognition of their contributions to the institute. The Keith Williams Award, which honors professionals who have made noteworthy technical contributions to the inspection, cleaning, and restoration industry and is named after long-time institute contributor Keith Williams, went to Claude Blackburn. The Cy Gantt Award, which recognizes professionals for their long-term service to the industry, was presented to Chris Davis and Bill Doan.

In addition, the IICRC presented instructor awards to Joe Dobbins, Mark Cornelius, Barry Costa, and Destry Ransdell. A complete list of winners, along with a photo gallery, can be viewed on the IICRC’s website.

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