SPEAKERS

President, CSP, Reputation Management, LLC

Anthony Huey, CSP®, is a highly-rated international speaker who offers session attendees pragmatic communications tools, tips and techniques they can use immediately. Anthony has presented more than 3,500 paid communications workshops, seminars and speeches in his career, and was named a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) by The National Speakers Association, an honor awarded to less than 12% of its speakers worldwide. Anthony’s 25-year career includes tenures as a news reporter and senior editor, crisis management specialist, media relations consultant and executive speech coach. He owns Reputation Management, LLC, one of the nation’s leading communications training and crisis consulting companies. His past client work includes a wide variety of advertising, public relations and communications initiatives for hundreds of trade associations, municipalities and companies, including Nike, Victoria’s Secret, Eli Lilly, Nationwide Insurance, The Kroger Company, Procter & Gamble, and many more. Anthony holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from The Ohio State University.

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Meet Kristin Scroggin - A former University of Alabama in Huntsville Communication Professor known for her straight-talk speaking style and wicked twist of humor, who has established herself as somewhat of an authority on Generational Diversity across the USA over the past 11 years. Kristin has been on stages in 43 states, left her mark in 3 countries, and sprinkled her wisdom across more than 250+ conferences for more than 400 diverse organizations. From Fortune 500 giants to pint-sized non-profits, she's been there, done that, and left audiences with a great deal to talk about.

Kristin isn't just about speaking – she's written succession planning and leadership program development frameworks, designed online curriculum, and is developing AskKristin.ai that will help users get assistance writing brilliant presentations and giving communication advice in real time.

But wait, there's more! Fueled by an unrelenting wanderlust, Kristin and her GenX husband of 25 years are on a quest to explore every nook and cranny of the globe. Amidst their jet-setting adventures, they somehow manage to keep their sanity while raising four humans who never stop eating.

To learn more and get resources visit www.genwhy.com.

Counsel, The Newtron Group, L.L.C.

Grant M. Barone serves as in-house counsel for The Newtron Group, L.L.C., where he is responsible for a wide range of legal functions, including contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, construction claims, dispute resolution, policy development, training, audits, investigations, and various employment-related matters.

He earned his Juris Doctorate from LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 2015 and holds an undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University (2012).

Chief Underwriting Officer, National Accounts, Markel Surety

Michael Bond joined Markel Surety in January of 2021 as Chief Underwriting Officer – National Accounts.  Prior to Markel Surety, Mr. Bond was Head of Surety for Euler Hermes North America . Prior to Euler, Mr. Bond was with Zurich Insurance Company in a variety of executive roles, including the Head of the Zurich Credit & Political Risk team and the Head of Zurich Surety.  Prior to joining Zurich, Mr. Bond worked as a municipal development advisor with the U.S. Peace Corps in Honduras and as a project manager with Law Environmental in Atlanta, Georgia.

Mr. Bond is a past member of the Board of Directors of the Surety and Fidelity Association of America (SFAA), the Management Committee of the International Credit Insurance & Surety Association (ICISA) and the Executive Committee of the Pan American Surety Association.  He frequently speaks and publishes on various topics involving construction and surety with groups such as IRMI, the CFM, and the AGC.  He has presented numerous session

Mr. Bond holds a B.S. from Rutgers University, an M.S. from the Georgia Institute of Technology and an M.B.A. from Loyola College. He is fluent in Spanish.  He resides in Olney, Maryland.  He is actively involved in fundraising and advocacy on the behalf of the ALS Association.

Director, Austin Industries

Brad is a Certified Public Accountant with 20+ years of Internal Audit experience and joined Austin Industries in 2015. He spent eight years in the telecommunications industry where he focused on construction processes. Brad has extensive experience partnering with management providing consultive guidance around risk identification, mitigation, and control implementation. Brad has additional financial and operational audit experience in financial services and utilities. Brad has an MBA in Accounting from The University of North Texas and a BBA in accounting from Texas Tech University.

Managing Partner, Riess LeMieux

Chris has been a Managing Partner of the firm since its founding in 2018. Chris has practical operational experience where he served as general counsel and an executive committee member for a regional design builder. During his twenty year career, Chris has represented contractors, architects, engineers, private and public owners, sureties, insurers and subcontractors in litigation, arbitration, claims, disputes and negotiations and drafting of construction contracts for a variety of federal, private, and public projects including design build, P3, integrated project delivery, multifamily, schools, military, stadiums, manufacturing facilities, historic renovations, parking garages, jails, warehouses, car dealerships, condominiums, roads, bridges, drainage, senior living, environmental, chemical plants, waste treatment facilities, pumping stations, oil terminals, marine, FEMA funded projects, mixed use facilities, and residential.

Among other acknowledgments, Chris has been recognized by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and Chambers USA.  Chris regularly lectures on construction to industry groups and associations, such as Louisiana Associated General Contractors, Associated Builders and Contractors of Louisiana, Construction Financial Management Association, National Business Institute, and the Louisiana Bar Association.

Managing Director, CBIZ

Jim Lundy is a managing director in the Tax & Business Services Division and a member of CBIZ’s national Construction Industry Practice group. With over 35 years of experience, Jim is a highly respected tax consultant in the construction industry, regularly working with more than 350 construction entities. His services include tax compliance reviews, continuity and succession planning, and dealing with federal and state tax authorities.

Jim is an accomplished speaker and author, recognized multiple times by the Tennessee Society of CPAs as Speaker of the Year and by the Alabama Society of CPAs with the Thomas A. Ratcliff Outstanding Discussion Leader Award. He has been the highest‐rated speaker at AICPA’s National Construction Industry Conference and the AICPA National Tax Conference.

Jim often provides in‐house training for CPA firms and organizations on tax rules and regulations in the construction industry. He has testified before the Tennessee Tax Commission on multistate contractor taxation and has served in leadership roles, including past chair of the TSCPA Construction Committee and former chairman of the AICPA National Construction Committee. He has also been active in the Continuing Education Committee, the Accounting Careers Committee, the Tennessee Road Builders Investment Committee, and the Board of Directors of the Middle Tennessee Associated Builders and Contractors.

Managing Director, Construction Technology, Forvis Mazars

Steve is a Managing Director in the Construction Technology Services group at Forvis Mazars, based in Charlotte, NC. With more than 36 years of experience, he helps contractors leverage technology to enhance job performance and business efficiency. Previously, Steve co-founded two consulting companies and served as Vice President of Sales at Trimble Construction One (Viewpoint).

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General Counsel, LEMOINE

Amanda is General Counsel for LEMOINE – a Louisiana-based ENR Top-400 Contractor since 2011 with a core practice in commercial construction as well as service lines in disaster services, building construction, program services, infrastructure and fuel logistics.   In her capacity as General Counsel for LEMOINE, Amanda serves as a member of the Executive Team and oversees all legal matters for the company including contract review and negotiation, claims resolution, employment matters and general corporate law. She advises Senior Management on issues of policy and procedure, supports the Project Management Teams, and works to mitigate company risk.

Prior to joining LEMOINE in June 2021, Amanda was a partner with the law firm of Phelps Dunbar where she focused her practice in the area of construction litigation representing owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in a variety of construction-related disputes on both public and private projects across the state of Louisiana.  Her construction experience includes contractual disputes, bid protests, construction defect claims, delay and impact claims and lien enforcement actions.  In addition to her construction experience, Amanda has also successfully prosecuted and defended matters on behalf of clients in a wide variety of areas including real estate and property disputes, breach of contract claims, business disputes, foreclosures and collection matters.

Chief Legal Office, EXCEL

Cherie A. Pinac is Chief Legal Officer of EXCEL. She has over 30 years of experience in the legal, regulatory compliance, and risk management industry. Upon graduation from Law School in 1994, Pinac began practicing in the area of environmental, corporate and regulatory law.

In 1997, she joined Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation “LWCC”, the largest workers’ compensation carrier in the State of Louisiana. She served as Vice President and General Counsel for LWCC. During her 13-year tenure with LWCC, Cherie served as General Counsel and provided counsel and advice to executive staff and the Board of Directors. Her responsibilities included management of a 24 member in-house legal division and the Communications and Public Relations Divisions, as well as all aspects of the corporation’s risk management and mitigation programs. Pinac served as Vice President of third party administrator, F.A. Richard and Associates, Inc. (FARA). While at FARA she was responsible for the State of Louisiana Office of Risk Management Program, a $68 million risk management account including workers’ compensation, general liability, property, medical malpractice, and auto, as the Executive in charge of all operations. In addition to General Counsel, throughout her career she has served in operational positions including, COO and CAO. Cherie joined Excel in 2018. As EXCEL's Chief Legal Officer, she is responsible for developing and leading corporate legal strategy to promote and protect the company’s matters.

Cherie received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from Louisiana State University in 1991 and a Juris Doctorate Degree from Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 1994. Mrs. Pinac is a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association. She was appointed by Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco and Governor Bobby Jindal to the Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council and was a member of the Louisiana State University National Diversity Advisory Board. In 2008, she was a Baton Rouge Business Report Top 40 Under 40 Honoree.

CEO, KR Digital Agency

As the CEO of KR Digital Agency, a leader in Digital and AI solutions, we spearhead initiatives that drive digital and AI transformation in B2B markets. Since building bots in 2018, I have become an AI advocate, serving on the Cincinnati AI Catalyst Committee and co-hosting the Tristate’s largest AI community. With a track record of delivering over 100 AI talks, my commitment to educating and engaging professionals in AI is my driving force. Additionally, I am globally recognized on LinkedIn.com’s homepage, recipient of the Women of Influence Award, John Barrett Entrepreneur Vision Award, Cincy Chic Woman of the Year, and STEM Influencer. As the best-selling author of “Marketing Fusion” and “Micro Shift,” I share insights on leveraging digital technologies and the importance of understanding our mindset. With over 15 years in technology companies, my leadership is focused on navigating change.

COO, Co-Founder, Siteline

Claire Wilson is the co-founder and COO of Siteline, the first and only billing software built for subcontractors. Previously, Claire was a project manager at Tishman Construction in New York City, where she worked on such monumental projects as Hudson Yards and JP Morgan’s Corporate Headquarters. Her experience there gave Claire a direct view into how construction billing works and why trade contractors need software specific to their workflows. Claire has a BS in Civil Engineering from Bucknell University. She lives in San Francisco, where she serves on the board of the Bay Area Subcontractors Association (BASA). She has spoken at several regional CFMA conferences as well as many construction trade shows.