Could AI revolutionize the surety industry, enhancing efficiency and decision-making? Join us as we chat with Greg Davenport of Digital Bond Advisory Services, LLC, Brad Rasmussen of Merchants Bonding, and Jason Callison of Tinubu as they unpack the transformative impact of AI on surety practices. Delve into real-world applications, from automating data entry to empowering underwriters with advanced analytics. Discover how the industry is navigating challenges and seizing opportunities in this fast-evolving landscape, ensuring that human expertise remains at the forefront. This episode is a must-listen for all surety professionals to begin to understand AI's potential in the surety industry!

With special guests:

• Greg Davenport, Founder, Digital Bond Advisory Services, LLC
• Brad Rasmussen, CIO, Merchants Bonding
• Jason Callison, Surety Customer Solution Architect, Tinubu

Hosted by:
Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

Sponsored By Applied Surety Underwriters

What lies ahead for the surety industry as it enters what could be one of the most transformative periods in its history? In this episode, hosts Kat Shamapande and Mark McCallum engage industry leaders, Stephen Haney, President and Chief Underwriting Officer, Global Surety at CHUBB, Nathan Zangerle, President of Global Surety at Liberty Mutual Surety, and Chris Tata, Vice President, Commercial Surety in Bond & Specialty at Travelers, to explore the evolving landscape of surety amidst the booming demand for data centers and large-scale projects. They discuss the impact of labor shortages, risk management, and financial guarantees while emphasizing the importance of thoughtful underwriting and collaboration to navigate this generational moment. Tune in to gain valuable insights into market trends, emerging risks, and collaborative strategies that will help define the surety industry's path through 2026 and beyond.

With special guests:

• Stephen Haney, President and Chief Underwriting Officer, Global Surety, Chubb
• Nathan Zangerle, President of Global Surety, Liberty Mutual Surety
• Chris Tata, Vice President, Commercial Surety in Bond & Specialty at Travelers

Hosted by:
Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

Sponsored By Applied Surety Underwriters

How can subcontractors thrive in today's complex landscape? In this episode, join Kat Shamapande and Mark McCallum as they explore the essential topic of bonding subcontractors with Ryan Springer and Rocky Pofahl from EMC Bond. They discuss the challenges and strategies for subcontractors in a fluctuating economy, the importance of understanding contract terms, and how to leverage relationships with general contractors. Discover insights on navigating high-stakes projects like data centers and ensuring financial stability and bondability while maximizing opportunities. Check out these previous episodes with Rocky and Ryan as well, #154 Bridges of Trust: Unraveling the People Power in Surety Success and #117 The Corner Office: A Conversation With EMC Bond's Ryan Springer.

Watch the full video episode on YouTube!

With special guests:
Ryan Springer, Vice President/Bond, EMC Bond and Rocky Pofahl, Assistant Vice President-Bond Underwriting Superintendent, EMC

Hosted by:
Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP

Sponsored by EMC Bond!