Record Number of Professionals Achieve NARI Certification
National Association of the Remodeling Industry announced 111 remodeling professionals have earned NARI certifications during its May 2026 exam period.
The May 2026 exam period marked a historic milestone for the association, producing the largest class of newly certified professionals in NARI’s history. This record-breaking achievement underscores the growing recognition of NARI certifications as the gold standard for excellence, expertise and professionalism in the remodeling industry.
“Achieving NARI certification is a significant professional accomplishment,” said NARI president Jonathan Kelly, CRA, who earned his first NARI certification as a Certified Remodeler Associate in the May class. “These certifications demonstrate a commitment to industry best practices, to delivering exceptional client results and to advancing the remodeling profession.”
Among those earning certifications, 11 remodelers are now Universal Design Certified Professionals:
- Cynthia Murphy, CKBR, UDCP – Murphy’s Design LLC
- Danielle Maddison, CRD, UDCP – Callen
- Eric O’Keefe, UDCP – Heartwood Craft
- Erika Serrato, UDCP – New Creations Custom Kitchen and Bath
- Frank Kent, UDCP – Quality Home Concepts, LLC
- Jeremy Biedzynski, CLC, UDCP – Apter Remodeling/Craftsman
- Kent Tsui, MCR, CRPM, UDCP – Quality Cut Design Remodel
- Kimberly Mejia, UDCP – Custom Design & Construction
- Laura-Anne Tiscornia, UDCP – Iron Fish Construction
- Lisa Wells, UDCP – Cederberg Kitchens & Renovations
- Roy Faust, UDCP – New Creations Custom Kitchen and Bath