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In this episode of Settle Smart, NSSTA Executive Director Eric Vaughn sits down with Erin and Sylvia, the newest leaders of NSSTA’s Women’s Caucus, for an engaging discussion on the evolving role of women in the structured settlement industry. They share their personal journeys, the value of mentorship, and what’s ahead at the 2025 NSSTA Annual Meeting in New Orleans—including the first-ever Women’s Leadership Summit and the impactful Foster Love charity initiative.

Topics include:

• The mission of the NSSTA Women’s Caucus
• Building community and leadership among female consultants and case managers
• Highlights of upcoming summit workshops like Branding Brilliance and Art of the Schmooze
• Ways the industry can support diversity, inclusion, and connection

Whether you're a structured settlement professional, case manager, or industry advocate, this conversation is filled with insight, energy, and purpose.

Visit our site at https://nssta.com/ to learn more about structured settlements.

In this episode of Settle Smart, the official podcast of the National Structured Settlements Trade Association (NSSTA), we welcome Richard McEvoy, Senior Vice President at Athene, and Sean Brennan, Executive Vice President, to discuss Athene’s entry into the structured settlements industry.

Our conversation dives into:

• Athene’s corporate structure and role in the insurance sector
• The impact of their A.M. Best rating upgrade on market entry decisions
• The future of structured settlement products and innovation
• Their goal for providing financial security and long-term benefits to claimants

Whether you're a claimant, attorney, insurance professional, or industry insider, this episode provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape of structured settlements.

Visit our site at https://nssta.com/ to learn more about structured settlements.

In this episode, Bob Lee from Integrated Financial Settlements and Peter Jachym from Ringler join us to discuss the current state and future of the structured settlement industry. They explore market growth, challenges in attracting new talent, and the impact of rising interest rates. Both guests offer insights into how industry professionals can adapt to these changes and what lies ahead for structured settlements.

Visit our site at https://nssta.com/ to learn more about structured settlements.