Bonds 101: A Practical Guide for Contractors

Surety bonds are a critical—and often misunderstood—part of doing business in construction. Whether you’re new to bonding or looking to strengthen your company’s capacity, understanding how bonds work can help you compete for larger projects, avoid delays, and reduce risk.

Join ASAMW for this one-hour virtual seminar designed to give subcontractors, project managers, and construction professionals a clear, practical overview of surety bonds and how they directly impact your business growth.

Date/Time

Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual (Webinar)

Cost

Free for ASAMW Members | $30 Non-Members
Registrants will receive a Zoom link the day before the webinar. All registered attendees will receive a webinar recording link after the session.

Register now. 

This session will cover:

• What surety bonds are and why owners require them
• Key differences between common bond types
• How surety underwriting works—and what underwriters look for
• Financial and operational factors that impact bonding decisions
• Common issues that lead to bonding delays or denials
• Practical steps to strengthen your bonding profile and increase capacity

Designed for those new to bonding—or anyone seeking a clearer understanding of the fundamentals—this easy-to-digest session will help you better prepare for bonding conversations, reduce project risk, and position your company for future opportunities.

Our Speakers

Courtney DeCroes
Division Director, Surety
RCM&D

Cody Brugos
Risk Advisor, Surety
RCM&D

Courtney and Cody bring deep experience advising construction firms on surety relationships, risk management, and strategies to support sustainable growth.

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]