Episodes
15
Aug. 10, 2026
Episode 15: Building Successful Construction Wrap-Ups Through Co-Broker+
In this episode, our subject matter expert John Chapman discusses how co-brokering can help build successful construction Wrap-Ups and strengthen collaboration between broker partners.
14
May 18, 2026
Episode 14: 2026 Surety & Construction Forecast
On today’s episode, we welcome back subject matter expert Mike Dugan to discuss the 2026 surety and construction outlook, and what it means for contractors moving forward.
13
Oct. 28, 2025
Episode 13: The Power of Partnership - Co-Broker+ Program
In this episode, subject matter expert John Chapman breaks down the benefits of co-brokering with TSIB, and how it helps brokers.
12
July 29, 2025
Episode 12: Tightening Bonding Conditions & Rising Subcontractor Defaults
In this episode, subject matter expert Mike Dugan returns to the podcast to discuss specific bonding conditions and the rise of subcontractor defaults.
11
April 24, 2025
Episode 11: Active Caring in Claims & Insurance
In this episode, subject matter experts Lydia Levine and Scott Robinson talk us through the importance of active caring and how it is used in claims and insurance.
10
Feb. 28, 2025
Episode 10: Insurance Insights for Trade Contractors Working with GCs
In this episode, Subject Matter experts Pete D’Aloia and Andrew Pangalos walk us through everything a trade contractor should know when working with a GC on a construction project and what they should look for regarding their insurance.
9
Jan. 21, 2025
Episode 9: Good Financial Practices for Contractors
In this episode, subject matter expert Mike Dugan talks us through the ins and outs of good financial practices for contractors, the issues at hand and some possible solutions.
8
Dec. 30, 2024
Episode 8: Incident Investigation to Prevent Claims
In this episode, subject matter experts Valerie Zepeda and James Pfeiffer walk us through the process of handling incident investigation in order to prevent claims in the construction industry.
7
Nov. 27, 2024
Episode 7: The Importance of Claims Reporting
In this episode, subject matter experts Amanda Peppel and Daman Sachdeva walk us through the importance of claims reporting and how TSIB can help you with your claim needs.
6
Oct. 24, 2024
Episode 6: What Is an Insurance Claim
In this episode, subject matter experts Glenn Pine and Roberta Blumenthal discuss the basics of insurance claims, what they are, how they work, and why having a claims professional can help you.
5
Sept. 30, 2024
Episode 5: Why TX Premiums Are So High
In this episode, subject matter experts Ian Berrigan and James Pfeiffer discuss why insurance premiums are so high in the Texas area, as well as current concerns in the insurance industry.
4
Aug. 25, 2024
Episode 4: Overlapping Wrap-Up Insurance & Claims
In this episode, subject matter experts Valerie Zepeda and James Pfeiffer walk us through the ins and outs of Wrap-Up insurance policies, Workers' Comp claims, and how they overlap.
3
July 24, 2024
Episode 3: The Current State of California's Auto Market
In this episode, subject matter experts Julie Lindsey and Tina Jacquez talk to us about the current issues and challenges facing California’s auto market. We talk about the overall problem, how it is affecting rates, premiums, and more.
2
June 24, 2024
Episode 2: Basics of Surety
In this episode, subject matter experts Jim Baldassare and John Surano walk us through the basics of Surety. We talk about the bonding process of a surety bond, how they are obtained, why it is required, and much more.
1
May 13, 2024
Episode 1: Intro to Wrap Administration
In our first episode of TSIB talks, our subject matter experts Jill Garrity and Mike Phillips help us understand Wrap-Ups, the difference between traditional & controlled insurance programs, overall Wrap Administration, and their benefits to your specific project needs.