The Surety & Fidelity Association of America (SFAA) recently held its 117th Annual Meeting, a pivotal event that not only celebrated the election of the new 2025–2026 Board of Directors and Executive Committee but also set a forward-looking agenda for the surety and fidelity industry. SFAA Chair Mike Keimig and President & CEO Ryan Work underscored the necessity of embracing collaboration, innovation, and sustained engagement to navigate the opportunities and challenges of today's dynamic marketplace.
Highlighting the meeting were the recognitions of Ralph Pulver with the 2025 Surety Platinum Award for his decades of leadership and service, and the Surety Association of Ohio and the San Diego Surety Association, recipients of the 2025 Silver Surety Awards for their excellence in member engagement and advocacy. Keynote speaker Sam Jordan provided insights into how emerging technologies and data-driven strategies could redefine the future of the surety industry, urging members to consider the transformative potential of these advancements.
The event also featured a discussion with U.S. Congressman Addison McDowell, focusing on the advancement of the nation's infrastructure priorities, highlighting the intersection of policy and industry growth. The unanimous election of the new board members signifies a collective commitment to steering the industry towards a future marked by innovation and enhanced member value. This gathering not only reinforced the SFAA's role as a leading advocate for the surety and fidelity industry but also charted a course for leveraging new technologies and analytics to meet the evolving needs of its members and the broader market.
