Meet R&R’s 2026 Trailblazer Award Winner, Nate Judy!

What happened

Sierra Restoration is relatively small (30-40 employees), so Garret has maintained a constant feeling of growth and innovation within the company and is always looking for opportunities to grow and innovate, whether it's additional training for himself, his team, or more innovative ways to get a job done. September 4, 2026 Photos courtesy Nate Judy Kayla McGowan Water Damage Restoration Restoration Training/Education Managing Your Restoration Business Nate Judy of Tobin Restoration is recognized for his servant leadership, innovation, and industry advocacy . Being recognized as one of the industry’s top Emerging Leaders under 40 and now receiving the 2026 Trailblazer Award are great accomplishments, but I believe they are a reflection of the respect he has earned from the people he works with.” — Rhett Judy .

Key details

• September 4, 2026 Photos courtesy Nate Judy Kayla McGowan Water Damage Restoration Restoration Training/Education Managing Your Restoration Business Nate Judy of Tobin Restoration is recognized for his servant leadership, innovation, and industry advocacy .
• Being recognized as one of the industry’s top Emerging Leaders under 40 and now receiving the 2026 Trailblazer Award are great accomplishments, but I believe they are a reflection of the respect he has earned from the people he works with.” — Rhett Judy .
• His wife, Kenedee, has been by his side for 12 years, supporting his ambition while also living with what Nate jokingly describes as his “never-turns-off brain.” Their three children, Radley, Ryann, and Reese, are his greatest motivation.

Why it matters to restoration

This belongs on an operator’s radar because insurance behavior sets the rules for documentation, scope disputes, cash flow and customer expectations. If the article points to a carrier, court or coverage trend, the practical question is what proof your next file needs before the argument starts.

What to check next

Check whether your estimates, photos, notes and customer updates would survive the same dispute described in the article.

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