Let's Get Surety

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

On this episode, we are joined by Michael Pitre of Gray Surety to discuss electronic signature. We talk through e-signature options, the best practices, and what makes this a safe and reliable option. Michael also shares the reasons his surety company embraced this innovation as well as other innovations that might be on the horizon. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

On this episode Jason Terrell of The Institutes, NASBP Past President Larry McMahon of Alliant Insurance Services, and Ralph Pulver of Travelers join us to share some background and insights on The Institutes AFSB designation and to discuss the value it has had on their careers. Check out the links below for more information on The Institutes, the AFSB designation, the CPCU designation, and NASBP's William J. Angell Surety Schools, all of which are mentioned in this episode. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

I am sure many of us have seen disputes arise at the end of a project between subcontractors and general contractors regarding offsets. On this episode we will be talking through what offsets are and limiting the right of offsets. To chat about this with us today we have Lauren McLaughlin a Partner and Raziye Andican an Associate both with the firm of Smith Currie. You can also find more information on this topic in their article, "Limiting the Right of Offset: Is it the Start of a New Trend?" Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

On this episode, Lawrence LeClair the Director of Government Relations at NASBP, and Michael Oscar the Director of Government Relations at the American Subcontractors Association (ASA) joins us to discuss the Construction Industry Procurement Coalition (CIPC). We discuss the importance of coalitions, the founding of CIPC, its successes and future legislative, regulatory and congressional matters. Find out about NASBP's Governments Relations activities and resources as well as ASA's Government Relations activities and resources. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

On this episode, Lawrence LeClair the Director of Government Relations at NASBP and Ed Mortimer the Vice President of Transportation and Infrastructure at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce joins us to discuss the U.S. Chamber's response to America's infrastructure challenges. We discuss the importance of investing in American's roads, bridges, mass transit systems, air and sea ports, and water infrastructure as critical national assets that drive growth, jobs, safety, and global competitiveness and where it stands both at the State and Federal Level. Ed describes bipartisan efforts that are underway to secure the solvency of the highway trust fund dedicated to funding such infrastructure projects while also highlighting the need and importance of obtaining private infrastructure investments in the form of public-private partnerships (P3's). Find out more about the U.S. Chamber's efforts and access resources on Let's Rebuild America. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

On this episode, Dr. Will Miller, keynote presenter at NASBPS' November 2020 Virtual Event, joins us to share some great tips on coping with stress during the pandemic crisis and gives us a preview of the valuable information we can look forward to hearing more about more in-depth on the NASBP 2020 November Virtual Event: Managing Stress and What's Next. Don't forget to register now and remember all NASBP Virtual Events are free for Members, Affiliates and Associates and for just $179 for non-members. Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

On this episode, Mark R. Berry a Partner at Peckar & Abramson, joins us to take a look at "wage theft" laws that have gone into effect and what they mean for contractors, subcontractors, and subcontract bonds. We discuss why this trend has arisen now, the good-faith exception included in some states law, attorney fees provisions and steps contractors can take to mitigate risks. Hosted By: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

On this episode, Brian Dahlke, Vice President & Co-Director of Crum & Forster's Commercial Business Unit, joins us to take a look at the Commercial Surety Market and how that's been impacted by COVID-19. We take a look at the economy, the impact of the stimulus packages, the difference in the effect on small business and larger accounts, thoughts on how to weather this storm, and a look at where the commercial surety market might be headed from here. Hosted By: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP