American Global’s C3 Summit Benefits Local Youth Sports Programs & Industry Workforce Scholarships
MIAMI — American Global has wrapped up its 12th annual Miami C3 Summit, bringing together nearly 425 professionals from the construction, insurance, surety and risk management sectors for a day centered on education, competition, networking and charitable impact.
Backed by sponsors, corporate teams and individual donors, the event generated significant financial support for the YMCA of South Florida, enabling the nonprofit to continue youth sports initiatives that emphasize teamwork, perseverance and personal growth. For the first time, the summit also supported the Florida Transportation Builders’ Association (FTBA) Scholarship Fund, which provides academic and need-based assistance to students pursuing construction-related careers.
The gathering has evolved into a signature event for American Global and its partners, blending industry dialogue with community investment.
“Hosting an event that raises funds to support the community where American Global was first founded, while also investing in the future workforce of our industry, is truly a win-win scenario,” said CEO Michael Marino. “We are thrilled to provide this opportunity to help others as we learn, share, and celebrate with our colleagues.”
Industry Education Takes Center Stage
Beyond fundraising, the summit delivered a robust professional program focused on emerging trends shaping the construction marketplace. The first session, titled “Bridging the Gap,” explored the potential of Progressive Design-Build to improve collaboration among owners, designers and contractors.
François Wasselin, SVP and Head of Infrastructure for American Global, led the discussion alongside Teresa Black, Division President-North American Surety for Chubb; Nyree Quintero, COO of TYLin Group; and Steven Skippen, VP of Operations for Skanska USA. The panel examined risk allocation, project delivery innovation and the evolving role of surety in alternative procurement models.
The second session featured Michael Wolf, Principal Economist at The Hartford, who provided a data-driven outlook on the U.S. economy and its implications for contractors. He was joined by Caroline Donlin, Head of U.S. Engineering & Construction at BMO, and Jack Callahan, Executive Director of The Moles, with Stephen Mancini, American Global’s SVP of Surety, moderating.
Panelists addressed financing conditions, legal considerations and balance-sheet management, offering practical strategies to navigate inflationary pressures and shifting credit markets. Organizers said the conversations were designed to be immediately applicable for contractors planning 2026 and beyond.
Competition, Camaraderie and Community Impact
Networking remained a core element of the summit. Sixteen teams competed in the event’s traditional soccer tournament, with Railroad Construction Company — this year’s Diamond Conference Sponsor — capturing championship honors. The day concluded aboard the Seafair MegaYacht, where attendees gathered for a waterfront reception overlooking Biscayne Bay.
American Global thanked the extensive list of sponsors whose contributions made the event possible, including:
- Diamond Conference Sponsor: Railroad Construction Company
- Gold Cocktail Sponsor: Travelers
- Silver Sponsors: Liberty Mutual Surety, Northeast Structural Steel, RT Specialty, The Hartford
- Bronze Sponsors: Amwins Brokerage, AXA XL, BMO, Brown & Riding, CMES, Jencap, Juneau Construction Company, JWR Construction Services and Shepherd
Proceeds will directly expand YMCA youth programming and create new scholarship opportunities through FTBA, strengthening the pipeline of skilled workers entering the construction trades.
About American Global
American Global is among the largest privately held insurance and surety brokerage firms in North America, specializing in construction risk management. The company supports contractors, owners and developers across every project phase, with offices throughout the U.S., Canada and Italy serving clients across North America, Latin America and Europe.
Originally reported by American Global in Construction Dive.
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