Upcoming Events

Q2 2026 Luncheon – Thursday, May 14th

When: May 14th, 2026

Where: Maggiano’s: 3368 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326

Check-In Time: 11:30AM – 12PM 

Meeting & Lunch: 12PM – 1:15PM

Panel Topic: Beyond the Buzzword: AI’s Real Impact on Surety

Panelists:

Les McDonald, Contract Surety Underwriting Manager, Liberty Mutual

Ben Stahl, VP and Surety Broker, AON

Neal McBay, Commercial Surety Managing Director, Travelers

Moderator: Joel Blackburn, Senior Commercial Surety Underwriter, Liberty Mutual

Panel Description: As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms the business landscape, surety professionals face critical questions about how to leverage these tools effectively while protecting sensitive information. Our panelists from both the surety and agency sides will share practical applications they’re using today, discuss strategic approaches for companies of all sizes, and address the concerns keeping professionals up at night: Will AI replace my role or enhance it? How do I get started without massive resources? What tools deliver real results versus hype? Whether you’re an AI skeptic or enthusiast, this interactive discussion and Q&A session will provide actionable insights to help you and your organization stay ahead of the curve in this evolving technological landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from peers who are navigating these same challenges and discover how to approach AI thoughtfully in your surety practice.

Additional Luncheon Speaker: Oana Dimulescu, a member of NASBP’s 5-15 Leadership Committee, recently participated in a Legislative Fly-In to Washington, D.C., where she and fellow committee members advocated for surety-related initiatives with our Georgia representatives. Oana will share insights from this experience with our members.

Registration Fee: $45/person

Spring 2026 Golf Outing – Thursday, May 28th

When: Thursday, May 28th, 2026

Location: Chateau Elan Golf Club at 6060 Golf Club Dr, Braselton, GA 30517.

Registration & Breakfast: 7:00am – 9:00am, Golf: 9:00am – 2:00pm.

Registration fee: $150 per person which includes breakfast, lunch, golf, and two drink tickets.

Prizes awarded for competition holes and first place team.

***Hole Sponsorships*** Help us support the cost of this event through hole sponsorships. Competition holes are $100, regular holes are $50. Company logos will be placed at your sponsored hole. Please provide sponsorship commitments and golf group requests to Joel Blackburn: joel.blackburn@libertymutual.com