Mike Baily, an Industry Specialist at REB, has passed away. A tribute was published on LinkedIn, expressing heartfelt messages about what a friend he was to the industry and anyone who knew him.

“On September 8, 1998, Mike Baily became part of our REB team and family, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and experience from his time at Iron Mountain. From the very beginning, Mike was more than just an Industry Specialist—he was a mentor, a leader, and a friend. His deep expertise, particularly in records management codes and fire testing, shaped our industry in profound ways”, said Lori Palmer president and Owner of REB.

Palmer added, “Mike officially retired in December 2023, eager to spend more time with his family in Texas and South Dakota. But true to his nature, stepping away completely wasn’t easy. He continued to contribute part-time, unable to fully part with the work and the people he loved. That was who Mike was—dedicated, passionate, and always willing to lend his knowledge and experience to those around him.”

“Mike served many years as Chair of the Important Regulatory Affairs Committee for PRISM and was instrumental in helping develop new guidelines and regulations for the industry. I will always remember my conversations with Mike, strategizing testing methods and revisions to fire codes. He will be greatly missed, said Tom Lesko, CEO at REB.

“Mike, we will miss you dearly. Your influence on this industry is immeasurable, but more than that, the mark you left on our hearts will never fade said Palmer.

Mike leaves behind his family, Shawna and Dan Morrow, Brooke and Chris Teeter (Vaughn and Carson), Brandon and Jaclyn Baily (Lyla and Liam), Christina and Bryan Wittchen (Colin and Emilia), and Andrew Baily.