My Story
At Playing with Fire Education & Consulting, experience is the foundation. Founder Cara Driscoll has built her career across every corner of the restoration industry—sales, manufacturing, large-loss project management, training and executive consulting. With both an undergraduate degree and an MBA in business, she combines academic insight with decades of real-world experience. Today, she brings this wealth of knowledge to restoration, insurance, and legal professionals nationwide.
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IICRC Triple Master
Master Water Restorer, Master Fire Restorer, Master Textile Cleaner
Approved IICRC Instructor
Multiple certification courses taught nationwide
Consulting Leader
Trusted advisor for restoration companies, insurers, and attorneys
My Approach
At Playing with Fire Education & Consulting, I believe that true expertise goes far beyond theory. Education should be practical, actionable, and grounded in real-world challenges. That’s why every course, consultation, or legal engagement I provide is built on more than 30 years of hands-on experience in the restoration industry.
From large-loss project management to sales and business operations, Cara has seen first-hand what works, what doesn’t, and what separates good companies from truly exceptional ones. This perspective allows me to deliver training that isn’t just about passing a test — it’s about preparing professionals to handle real emergencies with skill and confidence. Her approach is also rooted in integrity.
Whether you’re a technician in a classroom, a business leader seeking growth strategies, or an attorney relying on expert testimony, you can trust that Cara's guidance is professional, unbiased, and always in the best interest of your success.
Solutions for…
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Restoration Contractors & Technicians
Training the next generation of skilled professionals while helping established teams refine their expertise.
02
Business Owners & Leadership Teams
Providing consulting that strengthens operations, increases profitability, and creates sustainable growth strategies.
03
Attorneys & Legal Professionals
Serving as a trusted expert witness, translating complex restoration standards into clear, credible insights for legal cases.
04
Facility Managers & Institutions
Offering guidance and education to those responsible for maintaining and restoring large-scale properties.
