Each month, Shop in RI Magazine profiles one member of “The Dream Team,” a weekly networking group that meets in Smithfield. This month, we feature Charles Foley of PuroClean in Cranston.
Charles has been with PuroClean for over a year and serves as their Business Development Manager. He provides mitigation and restoration services to insurance agents, property managers, and realtors while also partnering with plumbers, electricians, and emergency personnel on new and existing jobs.
“Before joining PuroClean, I was in the mortgage business for 20 years,” Foley said. “Although I loved the mortgage industry, I decided I wanted to try something different. This seemed like the perfect opportunity to learn a new business and continue to help people. (Owner) Chris (Sanford) works as if it was his own house being serviced. They really care about each other and their customers.”
As the winter rages on, Foley said the company receives multiple calls a day with homeowners dealing with multiple
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Charles cites the company’s quick response time for mitigating these problems.
“Once we get a call, our service team is out there within 1-2 hours. We serve all of Rhode Island, eastern Connecticut, and Southern Massachusetts. We mitigate the problem quickly to minimize the amount of damage caused and strive for a quick resolution. “ he said.
Charles credits Dream Team Member Ray Fonseca for joining the group. When a spot became open in the group, Ray reached out and suggested becoming a member. Charles was looking to make new connections, and this was the perfect opportunity to connect with other professionals.
Charles may be reached by cell phone at 401-632-7240. For emergency calls, contact their hotline at 401-737-4329.
“The Dream Team” currently has 40 members and growing. They meet every Wednesday morning from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM at the Home2Suites Hilton on Douglas Pike in Smithfield, across from Laura’s Bar and Grill. The group is looking to grow its team and is interested in meeting professionals from various businesses looking to connect and help each other grow through referral business. Dream Team is all about, “Friends helping Friends.”
Further information about the group may be found by contacting either President Rocco Elgar at 401-265-0857 or at therockhbi@msn.com, or Vice President Tim Richard at 401-766-4200 or at tim@estenandrichardinsurance.com.
