The National Structured Settlement Trade Association (NSSTA) recently held its annual conference in Nashville, Tennessee, drawing over 150 industry members. A major highlight was the election of the new NSSTA Board of Directors, who will lead the association over the next three years.
The 2024-2025 NSSTA Board of Directors are:
- Kerri Poe, Arcadia Settlements - President
- Len Blonder, Arcadia Settlements Group
- Brian Farrell, Ringler
- Peter Jachym, Ringler
- Buster Joyner, Atlas Settlements
- Stacy McCall, Brant Hickey & Associates
- Greg Micoletti, American General Life
- Eric Mikulaninec, USAA Life Insurance Company
- Nolan Robinson, Ringler - Immediate Past President
- Paula Rubinstein, NFP Structured Settlements
- Henry Strong, JMW Settlements
Elected by NSSTA members, the Board will hold regular meetings to discuss key industry issues and initiatives over the coming term.
The conference was also a time to celebrate top industry performers. NSSTA announced the 2024 Salute to Excellence Award recipients, honoring exceptional structured settlement consultants:
- Annabel Rodriguez (USAA)
- Philippe Petit (MetLife)
- Sylvia Mukengele (Forge)
- Jim Meaney (Pacific Life)
- Steve Carroll (NY Life)
- Simon Rossetter (Ringler)
- Scott Brown (Summit)
- Alexis Cruz (Kipnes Crowley)
- Jackie Mercer (Arcadia)
- Kim Mixon (American General)
- Betty Gregware (Mutual of Omaha)
- Colin Finn (Alliant)
- Dan Finn (Brant Hickey)
Additionally, NSSTA presented annual awards recognizing member contributions:
- President's Award: Connie Klingler
- Leadership Award: Susan Stauss
- Board Service Award: Tacker LeCarpentier
The NSSTA annual conference provides a valuable forum for the structured settlement industry to unite, share best practices, and honor top accomplishments. Congratulations to all the new Board members and award winners!
