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Vertex to Attend Surety Claims Institute’s 49th Annual Meeting and Seminar

June 12, 2024

Vertex is pleased to announce its attendance at the Surety Claims Institute’s 49th Annual Meeting and Seminars. The event is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, June 19th to Friday, June 21st at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs, CO.

Representing Vertex at this gathering will be Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board, William (Bill) McConnell, PE, JD, MSCE along with Regional Manager and Senior Consultant, Gustavo (Gus) Fernandez.

The Annual Meeting promises a comprehensive program tailored to the interests of attorneys and insurance professionals. Attendees can expect engaging panel discussions covering essential topics such as Surety Bonds and Law, Construction Challenges, and Risk Management. Notable sessions include in-depth exploration of subjects like “Explaining ‘Surety’ to Laypeople and Courts” and “Demonstrating the Value of Surety Bonds Through Claims Handling.”

This event serves as a platform for industry leaders to exchange insights, discuss emerging trends, and address key challenges facing the sector. Through dynamic discussions and networking opportunities, participants will have the chance to connect and contribute to the ongoing dialogue shaping the future of the industry.

Vertex is eager to engage with fellow professionals, share expertise, and foster collaborative relationships at the annual meeting.

To learn more about Vertex’s Forensic services or to speak with an Expert, call 888.298.5162 or submit an inquiry.

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Bill McConnell

PhD, MSCE, JD, MBA, PE
Chairman of the Board

Bill McConnell is a co-founder and Chairman of The Vertex Companies, LLC. Bill is a top expert witness for construction disputes as he has testified nearly 250 times, most notably for quantum/damages, scheduling, allocation, termination, and standard of care opinions. As the Chairman of Vertex, Bill sets the strategy for Vertex’s future.

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Gustavo Fernandez

Managing Consultant, Surety

Mr. Fernandez has over 30 years of experience managing all facets of Construction, beginning as a site manager and growing into an international business unit manager for large multinational companies.

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