Let's Get Surety

On this episode, we are joined by NASBP President Tracy Tucker of Tucker Agency, who shares information on his background and his agency and his personal insights as an experienced surety bonding professional and leader. Tracy also relates stories regarding his journey into a surety career and into NASBP membership and discloses the reasons behind his presidential theme, “Better Together.” Hear Tucker’s passion for the surety community and his anticipation to get back together again in person this year at the Summer Surety School and at NASBP’s East and West Fall Meetings! Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP Sponsored By Liberty Mutual Surety!

On this episode, we are joined by Steven D. Ness, President, Surety Association of Canada and Sheila Thompson, President, Rosenberg & Parker of Canada, Inc. and Chair of the NASBP International Committee who will be sharing their insights on digital bonding. We discuss what a digital bond is and is not, the benefits to digital bonds and the process of moving to digital bonds. You can find more information in the white paper, “Digital Bonds the Way of the Future –and the Present" that was published by the Surety Association of Canada. Or by checking out the NASBP Virtual Seminar, "An e-Bonding Success Story: Applying Lessons Learned in Canada To The US e-Bonding Journey”. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP Sponsored by Liberty Mutual Surety!

On this episode, we are joined by Martha Perkins on the NASBP team and Greg Horne of Liberty Mutual Surety who will be talking about the significance of the False Claims Act to construction firms and to surety firms. We discuss the history of the False Claims Act and why it’s important for contractors, subcontractors, surety, and producers to be well informed on this issue. We also discuss the importance of awareness and education on this issue. For more information on False Claims Act liability risks, you should check out the NASBP FCA presentation at AGC Surety Bonding and RM Conference, June 2-4, 2021 Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP Sponsored by Liberty Mutual Surety!

On this episode, we are joined by Adam Pessin and Kaz Yasui of Tokio Marine HCC – Surety Group to discuss electronic signature. We talk through e-signature options and what makes this a safe and reliable option. They also share reasons Tokio Marine HCC adopted e-signature, how they are using DocuSign e-signature Knowledge-Based Authentication (KBA) technology, as well as other innovations and developing trends. You may want to also check out other podcasts on e-signature and other technology topics. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP Sponsored by Liberty Mutual Surety!

NASBP is excited to announce a new 2021 series of episodes focusing on guests and topics selected by the NASBP 5-15 Leadership Committee. This special series is titled Lean into Leadership: Talking Surety with the 5-15 and focuses on current issues and challenges that members of the 5-15 Leadership Committee face as young producers in the industry. On this first episode in the series, we are joined by current committee chair Steven Tucker of the Tucker Agency, and former committee chair Corban Enns of Surety Solutions A Gallagher Company, who discuss the benefits of participating in the 5-15 Leadership Committee and share reflections on their personal experiences as committee members. Visit the 5-15 Committee website for more information on joining the committee. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP Sponsored By Old Republic Surety!

On this episode, Darrel Lamb, Regional Vice President with Old Republic Surety, joins us to discuss subcontract bonds. We discuss how subcontract bonds can help manage subcontracting in instances where the work is unique, when work contains upward design risks, when a subcontractor is unfamiliar, and when the capacity of the general contractor needs to be expanded. Take a look at Darrel’s NASBP Pipeline article, “Subcontract Bonds: Four Times When General Contractors Need Subcontractor Bonds” for more information on this topic. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP Sponsored By Old Republic Surety!

On this episode, Larry LeClair, Director of Government Relations at NASBP and Dalton DeFendis, Director of Federal Affairs at SFAA, join us to discuss the importance of participating in the Joint NASBP and SFAA Virtual Legislative Fly-In coming up on March 25th. We discuss the importance of meeting with your elected officials and their staff to advocate for the surety industry, outline the virtual format and walk participants through some of the important talking points for their congressional meetings. The virtual fly-in affords participants the luxury of engaging in policy discussions with their members of Congress at the comfort of their office/home. Don’t forget to register by March 12th so that your meetings can be scheduled in advance! Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP Sponsored By Old Republic Surety  

On this episode, Neen James, leadership expert, author of Attention Pays™ and upcoming NASBP Virtual Seminar presenter, joins us to share some great tips on how to leverage your focus and pay attention to what matters most at work and in life. With a strong background in learning and development and managing large teams at various corporations, Neen discusses the importance of implementable strategies that will help each of us avoid distractions, stop interruptions, prioritize daily objectives and say ‘no‘ to requests that steal time and focus from real goals and priorities. Don’t forget to register now, for her NASBP Virtual Seminar titled, “Systems Thinking (or Systems of Attention): How Surety Bond Producers can Build and Nurture Client Relationships During Challenging Times” and you can also check out these sample book chapters from her book Attention Pays™! Sponsored by Old Republic Surety Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

On this episode, Greg Davenport, Senior Vice President, Global Risks, Liberty Mutual Surety, joins us to discuss blockchain technology and its potential application within the surety industry. We discuss what is meant by the term “blockchain technology” and its relevance for surety transactions and how ICISA and the RiskStream Collaborative are invested in leading exploration of the application of this technology to surety processes. Additionally, we examine how block chain technology is being proposed for a power of attorney repository. Learn how you can get involved and share your feedback by taking part in the RiskStream Surety Lab workshop kick-off call taking place on February 17, 2021. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP Sponsored By Old Republic Surety    

On this episode, Jack Callahan CPA, Partner – Construction Industry Leader at CohnReznick joins us for an update on the latest round of Covid-19 relief and what it means for the first and second rounds of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Jack examines tax treatment highlights and where PPP loan debt will appear on contractors’ financial statements. As well as diving into similarities and differences between Round 1 and Round 2 PPP loans based on what we know now. For more information on the PPP, you can go to both NASBP’s Coronavirus Resources Page or CohnReznick’s Coronavirus Center! Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP