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Scott Stagner Joins MULLIS NEWBY HURST as Vice President for surety and insurance for construction-related risks

ADDISON, Texas (January 3, 2012) - Mullis Newby Hurst, L.P., (MNH), one of the largest writers of construction insurance and surety bonds in the Southwest, recently hired Scott Stagner as a vice president to produce insurance and surety accounts.  The 55-year old manager moved to MNH from Allied North America Insurance Brokerage of Texas, LLC/Aon Risk Services.

Sam Mullis, president of Mullis Newby Hurst said, "We are excited to have Scott Stagner and his long time customers join MNH.  Scott's addition continues our commitment to be one of the leaders in the construction insurance and surety business in the Southwest."

Stagner earned a BBA in Real Estate Finance from University of North Texas, and comes to Mullis Newby Hurst with a following of many loyal customers.

"I'm pleased to join Mullis Newby Hurst, one of the few independently owned agencies in the Dallas Metroplex specializing in construction, and has an excellent reputation both with clients and carriers," said Stagner.

About Mullis Newby Hurst

Addison-based Mullis Newby Hurst, LP and Little Rock-based MNH-Tullis LLC have experienced professionals that combine the best of construction expertise, industry understanding and business knowledge.  The agencies deliver comprehensive programs, matching its clients' particular surety and insurance needs.  Construction industry clients also have access to an entire team dedicated to providing personal service and helping them become more profitable and competitive.

Mullis Newby Hurst is located at 5057 Keller Springs Road, Two Liberty Plaza, Suite 400, in Addison.  MNH-Tullis is located at 124 W. Capitol, Suite 1820 in Little Rock.

For additional information about Mullis Newby Hurst, call 972-201-0100 or visit www.mnhins.com.

 

Aaron Endris Joins MULLIS NEWBY HURST as specialist for surety and insurance for construction-related risks

ADDISON, Texas (June 3, 2011) - Mullis Newby Hurst, L.P., (MNH), one of the largest writers of construction insurance and surety bonds in the Southwest, recently hired Aaron Endris as an Account Executive/Producer.  The 36-year old bond manager moved to MNH from K&S Insurance Agency.

 
Sam Mullis, president of Mullis Newby Hurst said, “The challenging construction economy presents opportunities in the surety marketplace.  The addition of Aaron strengthens our bond production team and further positions us for the future.”
 
Aaron Endris earned a BBA degree with a major in finance from University of Texas at Arlington and comes to Mullis Newby Hurst with experience as a heavy equipment and construction lending analyst in addition to being a senior bond underwriter for a top 5 surety.
 
“After 8 years in the surety industry on both the company and agency side of the business I am excited to be working for MNH, a company that has one of the strongest reputations in the Metroplex when it comes to representing their bond markets and the construction community,” said Endris.
 
About Mullis Newby Hurst  
 
Addison-based Mullis Newby Hurst, LP and Little Rock-based MNH-Tullis LLC have experienced professionals that combine the best of construction expertise, industry understanding and business knowledge. The agencies deliver comprehensive programs, matching its clients' particular surety and insurance needs. Construction industry clients also have access to an entire team dedicated to providing personal service and helping them become more profitable and competitive. 
 
Mullis Newby Hurst is located at 5057 Keller Springs Road, Two Liberty Plaza, Suite 400, in Addison. MNH-Tullis is located at 124 W. Capitol, Suite 1820 in Little Rock.
 
For additional information about Mullis Newby Hurst, call 972-201-0100 or visit www.mnhins.com.

New Risks Develop As Green Building Projects Expand

Sustainability is the new buzzword among building and design professionals as several trade and interest groups have established certifications for companies to show they're green, but the projects carry some risks.

“Sustainability encompasses an enormous territory,” said Rodney J. Taylor, Orlando, Fla.-based managing director of Aon Corp.'s environmental services group. “There was a point where everyone was rushing to become sustainable, but the economic downturn forced people to find ways to survive rather than becoming sustainable. Now that focus on sustainability seems to be returning.”

(from Business Insurance magazine - read the entire article here)

Mullis Newby Hurst Hires Wiggins As An Account Executive

Mike Wiggins is a specialist in property and casualty insurance for construction-related risks

ADDISON, Texas (May 24, 2010) - Mullis Newby Hurst, L.P., one of the largest writers of construction insurance and surety bonds in the Southwest, recently hired Mike Wiggins as an account executive. Wiggins, who was a top producer for Liberty Mutual in Central Texas and in South Texas before moving to North Dallas, is experienced in property and casualty insurance for construction-related risks. 
 
Wiggins earned a Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designation from the International Risk Management Institute and a bachelor's degree from Southwest Texas State University. He also is a member of TEXO, The Construction Association; Young Contractor's Council; American Subcontractors Association; and is an Eagle Scout. 
 
"It was important for me to partner with an organization that could further my construction-risk focus," Wiggins said. "Upon meeting the Mullis Newby Hurst team, it was clear my expectations would be exceeded." 
 
Mullis Newby Hurst is located at 5057 Keller Springs Road, Two Liberty Plaza, Suite 400, in Addison. 
 
About Mullis Newby Hurst 
 
Addison-based Mullis Newby Hurst, LP, has experienced professionals that combine the best of construction expertise, industry understanding and business knowledge. The agency delivers comprehensive programs, matching its clients' particular surety and insurance needs. Construction industry clients also have access to an entire team dedicated to providing personal service and helping them become more profitable and competitive. 
 
For additional information about Mullis Newby Hurst, call 972-201-0100 or visit www.mnhins.com. 

The Top 400 Contractors: 2010-2011 At A Glance

The current construction recession is now in its fourth year, and industry executives are hoping to see signs that the economy is about to turn around. For some on the leading edge of the construction process, such as large design firms (ENR 4/25 p. 59), the recession appears to be bottoming out. However, for the nation’s largest general contractors, recovery seems more hope than reality at this point.

From Engineering News-Record - read more on ENR.com (subscription required)

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