5-15 Leadership Committee
NASBP's 5-15 Leadership Committee was created to provide opportunities for high-potential surety professionals with five to 15 years of surety producer/agent experience to help them prepare for senior leadership positions within their organizations and NASBP. The 5-15 Leadership Committee Mission Statement is:
To identify, cultivate, and provide opportunities to the future leaders of our Association.
The continuously evolving program encourages its Members to be actively involved in the work of NASBP, provides them with access to thought leaders in the surety industry, and offers them unique educational and networking opportunities. The committee is separated into two categories: the 5-15 Leadership Candidate and the 5-15 Leadership Committee Member.
What 5-15 Leadership Committee Members and Candidates have to say:
“Being a member of the 5-15 committee has been invaluable to my career and personal growth. You gain the unique opportunity to see the inner workings of the NASBP leadership team and overall organization. In addition, you have access to some of the industries most knowledgeable individuals on both the producer and surety sides of the table. Personally, it opened the door for me to join the NASBP leadership team and create some long-lasting friendships within industry.”
Heidi Rodzen, Skillings Shaw & Associates, Inc.
“Joining the 5-15 Leadership Committee has been a great way to supercharge my NASBP experience. I’m meeting more people more quickly than I would have otherwise and getting experience with all the other committees and offerings NASBP can provide.”
Chase Stoneback, Marsh McLennan Agency
"The 5-15 group is where I started to become more aware of the different functions at NASBP. Since joining, I have been more events like the DC Fly-In, Surety home office visits and an understanding of the future of the industry. Invaluable experiences that will strengthen your knowledge and career."
Timothy Bowen, EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants
"The 5-15 Committee offers a unique opportunity to drive the Surety Industry forward while connecting with like-minded professionals. As a leader in evolving industry trends, NASBP provides this committee a valuable way to deepen engagement and make a lasting impact."
Will Kantlehner, Gallagher - Louisville
"I joined the 5-15 Leadership Committee several years ago and it has been a real contribution to my professional career. I’ve been able to develop relationships with other producers from across the country who have been a resource when needed. As a 5-15 member I have had the opportunity to attend home office visits where I’ve met home office underwriters and heads of sureties which builds credibility with clients. Membership in the 5-15 Leadership committee has been a great opportunity to serve our industry through serving NASBP. Over the years doors have been opened to contribute to other committees including the board of directors. If you’re looking for ways to continually improve your acumen and your resume, I highly recommend the 5-15 Leadership Committee. "
Paul Gilcrease, HUB International Texas Inc.
"Being an active member, the 5-15 Committee has brought me tremendous opportunities that I would not have really engaged with otherwise, such as joining the commercial surety committee, participating in the Fly-In, and meeting some of the best in the industry."
Anna Childress, McGriff, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company
"The 5-15 leadership committee has provided me with immeasurable benefits both personally and professionally. The group has allowed me to connect with colleagues across the Country who are in similar positions within their agencies and careers. Through the committee I have expanded my involvement within the NASBP association and surety industry in general. I have participated in the Annual Meeting, Mid-Year Meeting, Annual Legislative Fly-In and Mentor/Mentee Programs. I look forward to my continued involvement and growth within the group in years to come."
Lauren Seege, USI Insurance Services
"5-15 has been an absolute game changer in my career. The committee has not only introduced me to a group of motivated, knowledgeable peers across the country, but also provided me with introductions to the highest levels of leadership within our surety partners. I would wholeheartedly recommend getting involved with 5-15 to anyone looking to further reinvest in their surety career."
Mike Zahn, Moreton & Company
NASBP 5-15 Leadership Candidate
Eligibility
- Employment by a NASBP Member Agency in good standing with the Association.
- A history of work in surety as a producer/agent between five and 15 years (some previous underwriting experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis).
- Nomination to the program by their manager or a senior officer of their agency. (For Members who own their own agency, nominations from another NASBP Member in good standing will be accepted.)
- A Nomination Form must be submitted to NASBP during the open enrollment period (Jan. 1 to the NASBP Annual Meeting).
Terms and Requirements
- A term lasts two years, starting at the NASBP Annual Meeting following submission of the Candidate's nomination form.
- A 50% discount on registration fees for the NASBP Annual Meeting following submission of the Candidate's nomination form.
- Participation in three of four NASBP 5-15 Leadership Committee quarterly calls per year.
- Attend one in-person NASBP Meeting per year (Annual Meeting, Fall Meeting(s) or Mid-Year Board Meeting).
- Attend one NASBP “ancillary” event within the two years of candidacy (Legislative Fly-in, Home office visits).
- Enroll in an additional NASBP Committee (other than 5-15) by the end of the two-year Candidate term.
Program Highlights
- Orientation to NASBP and education about how the Candidate can become involved in Association leadership.
- Invitations to attend educational events designed specifically for 5-15 Members.
- Peer coaching from current NASBP 5-15 Leadership Committee Members.
- Quarterly conference calls with presentations on leadership topics offered exclusively to 5-15 members.
- A 50% discount on registrations fees for the NASBP Fall Meeting(s) and the NASBP Annual Meeting.
- Invitation to the Leadership Reception and President’s Private Reception held at the Annual Meeting.
- Invitation from the President to attend an Annual Company Visit with the Board of Directors.
For more information, contact Bethany Jones—bjones@nasbp.org —or complete the nomination form for the 5-15 Leadership Candidate program.
NASBP 5-15 Leadership Committee Member
Eligibility
- Employment by a NASBP Member Agency in good standing with the Association.
- Completion of the two-year NASBP 5-15 Candidate program.
Terms and Requirements
- Participation in two of four NASBP 5-15 Leadership Committee quarterly calls per year.
- Attend one in-person NASBP Meeting per year (Annual Meeting, Fall Meeting(s) or Mid-Year Board Meeting, Legislative Fly-In, home office visits).
- Enrolled and active membership in an additional NASBP committee (other than the 5-15 Committee).
Program Highlights
- Orientation to NASBP and education on how Committee members can become involved in Association leadership.
- Invitations to attend educational events designed specifically for 5-15 members.
- Quarterly conference calls with presentations on leadership topics offered exclusively to 5-15 members.
- A 50% discount on registration fees for NASBP NASBP Fall Meeting(s) and the NASBP Annual Meeting.
- Invitation to the Leadership Reception and President’s Private Reception held at the Annual Meeting.
- Invitation from the President to attend an Annual Company Visit with the Board of Directors.
