Empire Construction joined Contractor Connection in 2006 resulting in the company’s accreditation with the group’s major insurance carrier accounts. Through this affiliation, Devin’s company became well-known and garnered prestigious awards in service from top insurance carriers and third-party administrators (TPAs). The company received various awards in service including the “Excellence in Achievement” Award for 12 consecutive years since 2007. It was a significant milestone that placed the company as one of the top 200 contractors among a network of more than 5,000 nationwide. Furthermore, Empire Construction also became a recipient of the coveted Western District Award in 2009, 2014, and 2018. In 2015 and 2017, the firm was also recognized by USAA Insurance for its Excellent Member Service Award.

Devin became a member of the Contractor Connection’s advisory panel wherein he collaborated with company executives to enhance the network’s programs and activities. He also served on the Nationwide Insurance Contractor Advisory Group (NICAG) from 2011 to 2014. The NICAG is a national focus group of contractors and insurance executives who meet annually to review and update policies and procedures and work on program enhancements.

Banking on the success of his company, Devin sold Empire Construction to the second largest national restoration firm in the US in 2015. However, he remained as the sitting president of the company for five years during which he opened two new locations and worked at tripling its annual revenue from the time it started. Recently, Devin established a new venture, Elite Restoration and Construction Services, which will be the greatest and largest accomplishment of his professional career.

Being one of the key movers of the industry, and seeking to discover new methods of performing water mitigation and mold remediation, pushing the boundaries of what can be restored versus replaced, constantly striving to reduce cycle times, and efficiently managing claims, Devin continues to endeavor to deliver the best customer experience in the industry.

Devin M Lurie holds California State licenses in General Building, Painting & Finishes, IICRC Certifications in Water Damage Restoration, Mold Remediation, and Fire & Smoke Cleaning, EPA RRP Certification, and CAL OSHA Health & Safety.