What if creating a culture where everyone feels safe to speak up could transform your organization? Join hosts Kat Shamapande and Mark McCallum as they explore the importance of a speak-up culture with author, speaker and podcast host Stephen "Shed" Shedletzky. Discover how true listening fosters courage and engagement, and learn practical strategies to empower voices within your team. This episode promises insights that can redefine leadership and enhance organizational dynamics. To hear more from leadership insights from Shed, check out his book Speak-Up Culture: When Leaders Truly Listen, People Step Up and his podcast Shed Some Light!

With special guest:
Stephen "Shed" Shedletzky, Author, Speaker and Podcast Host, Shed Inspires

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

Sponsored By Applied Surety Underwriters!

What if you could discover a career that brings together finance, law, construction, technology, and relationship-building? In this episode of Let's Get Surety, Kat Shamapande talks with Nancy Schnee and Chris Greene of American Global about their unexpected paths into the surety industry and the trends shaping its future. From robotics, drones, and automation to the growing importance of data, they explore how construction and surety are evolving and why the next generation has an exciting opportunity to help lead that change. Tune in to discover the many paths into surety and why this often-overlooked industry may be the career you never knew you were looking for. Check out these past episodes with Nancy and Chris #101 Women in Surety: Power and Potential Unleashed and #165 Building the Future: AI's Role in Construction and Finance.

With special guests:
Nancy Schnee, Senior Vice President, American Global, LLC and Christopher Greene, Vice President, Innovation & Insights, American Global Canada

Hosted by:
Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP

Sponsored By Applied Surety Underwriters!

What if your career path took an unexpected turn, leading to a fulfilling journey in the surety industry? NASBP is excited to continue the series of episodes exploring that question, titled "The Corner Office: Conversations with Surety Leaders." In this episode, we explore David Pesce's remarkable transition from aspiring astronaut to Head of Surety at Munich Re Specialty - North America. With 40 years of experience, David shares insights on the evolving landscape of surety, the importance of risk management, and the industry's promising future amid global trends in renewable energy and infrastructure. Don't miss this engaging conversation that highlights the hidden dynamics of surety!

With special guest:
David Pesce, CCIFP, Head of Surety, Munich Re Specialty - North America

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

Sponsored By Applied Surety Underwriters