Description: 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 NSS…

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 …

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 a…

We're excited to sit down with Kerri Poe, the newly appointed President of NSSTA. Kerri shares her experiences from her first month in office, her vision for the organization, and the innovative initiatives she has planned for the future. We'll discuss her strategic goals, including enhancing member engagement through regional forums and advocating…

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Patrick McAndrew, a renowned speaker and consultant known for his deep insights into productivity and focus. Patrick shares his unique perspective on the productivity paradox in our hyper-connected world in this episode. He explains how the tools designed to enhance efficiency often lead to dis…

Paralympian Steve Emt shares his remarkable journey from a devastating crash to becoming a celebrated athlete and motivational speaker in this inspiring episode. He offers valuable insights on resilience, transformation, and his six-step action plan to reclaim one's life while encouraging structured settlement consultants to expand their impact. Li…

Eric Vaughn, Executive Director of the National Structured Trade Association provides a comprehensive review of the National Structured Settlements Trade Association's (NSSTA) activities and achievements over the past year. Key highlights include: Response to IRS GLAM Engagement with IRS Legal Actions Partnerships and Advocacy Judicial Education an…

This latest "Settle Smart" tm podcast explores AI's evolving role in personal injury law. Edwin Hong from Hong Law Office and Raymond Mieszaniec, EvenUP underscore the benefits of AI integration while emphasizing the need for ethical considerations and human oversight. The future promises exciting possibilities for AI in the legal field, ultimately…

This Settle Smart episode explores artificial intelligence and its transformative potential in the legal industry. Join us as we chat with Beth, a cutting-edge AI avatar who reveals how AI is streamlining processes and enhancing the roles of legal professionals, insurance experts, and structured settlement consultants. From real-time transaction an…

In this episode of the National Structured Settlements Trade Association Podcast, host Chris Chan welcomes special guest Matthew J. Meltzer, an experienced business corporate tax law attorney, to discuss the IRS Generic Legal Advice Memorandum (GLAM) issued in December 2022 and its potential implications for attorney fee structures in the structure…

Are you curious about the hidden potential of structured settlements beyond the world of injury claims? In each episode, we bring you the latest insights from legal experts and seasoned settlement consultants, exploring the diverse applications of structured settlements. Today, our episode is where we dive into the intriguing world of employment di…

In this episode, we have Betty Gregware, a wealth of knowledge in the structured settlement industry, as our guest. We'll discuss the industry's evolving changes and the upcoming NSSTA's Structures 101 - 202 program in Las Vegas 2023. Betty discusses the importance of the Plaintiff & Defense working together., knowing costs, new products on the hor…

For two days, #structuredsettlement industry leaders from across the Nation met in Washington, D.C., for meetings with more than 30 Congressional leaders. "Two Days to Make a Difference" was a success! This event was held on March 29th and March 30th, 2023. This episode's guests are Peter Early, Ringler and NSSTA Board of Directors; Greg Micoletti …

In this pre-recorded podcast, we listen in to Julie Robinson, a Ringler Consultant, and her client Rachel, who revisits her emotional settlement journey, As an annuitant, it can be a long and arduous journey. In this podcast, we'll hear Rachel's full emotional Journey as she recounts her structured settlement process. You'll also hear how a #struct…

For this Settle Smart Podcast discussion - we sat down with ABLE Today's Program Director Eric Ochmanek and National Outreach Lead Mark Raymond Jr. We'll be taking a look at how ABLE today is helping change lives. ABLE programs revolutionize community participation, financial stability, and future planning for individuals with disabilities and thei…

Join this conversation of the Settle Smart Podcast with your host and NSSTA Executive Director, Eric Vaughn. In this episode, Sally Greenberg, Executive Director of the National Consumers League talks about how she understood the structured settlement and how her genius began in the state of Maryland. We dive deep into the issues surrounding factor…

The following is a very special interview with Congressman Jim Langevin, Chair of the Congressional Structured Settlements Caucus. Our hosts, Peter Early, Ringler Consultant, and Chris Larned, Arcadia Settlements Group Consultant sit down to discuss structured settlements. Congressman Jim Langevin shares with us his personal story of utilizing stru…

Our host, Eric Vaughn sat down with David Weissman, Investigative Projects Reporter for The Sun News regarding his article about personal injury / structured settlement cases in South Carolina. You can read the full story and article here: https://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/news/special-reports/article264618911.html ABOUT NSSTA: Since 1985, the Nati…

NSSTA and its members support an important organization - the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). Listen as NSSTA Executive Director, Eric Vaughn and AAPD President/CEO, Maria Town discuss the great progress underway to help disabled people through difficult challenges, and the upcoming AAPD Gala celebration with MSNBC's Jonath…

What's important about the Genworth Financial merger with China Oceanwide, which has been underway since 2016, with final steps announced recently? Only our expert at NSSTA, John McCulloch, J.D., M.B.A., Vice President of IFS and Vice Chairman of Arcadia Settlements Group can answer that. He's been following this for years and shares insights with …

Listen to this SETTLE SMART podcast to learn how structured settlements for minors can be an extremely important way to protect settlement funds for underage claimants and how they are backed by the financial strength of life insurance companies highly rated by AM Best. Hear co-hosts Ryan Christen Oliphant from Ringler and Susan Bowersox from Sage …

Listen to this important podcast with NSSTA Executive Director, Eric Vaughn and Karen Meyers, attorney and widely respected leader among structured settlement professionals, who co-developed the National Certification Program for Structured Settlement Consultants. Meyers, at Little, Meyers & Associates, is devoted to education, as adjunct professor…

Certifications are one way that a structured settlement expert can stay current and as a result, provide injured people the best solution possible. Hear Chris Shumate, VP at Arcadia Settlements and one of the engineers of the CSSC and MSSC certifications, talk about the importance of these marquis educational programs in the industry. Visit our sit…

Does your attorney know about the favorable tax advantages to a structured settlement? Hear about these important details that can provide you with tax deferred or tax free periodic payments for a lifetime from experts, John McCulloch, JD/MBA and Vice Chairman at Arcadia and Audrey Kenney, CSSC at Sage Settlements. Visit our site at https://nssta.c…

Professional administration of structured settlement funds are crucial to managing medical expenses, secondary payer records and medicare submissions. Claimants can see potential savings and attorneys can know the advocacy for their clients will continue with these services. Hear about these important details with Natt Reifler at Medivest and Johnn…

What do you need to know about special needs trusts, ABLE accounts and government benefits in connection with a structured settlement? You'll get the answers right here from experts, Christi Fried of Continental Trust Services and Cameron Lindahl, Senior Trust Officer at CPT Institute. Visit our site at https://nssta.com/ to learn more about struct…

When an injured person settles a lawsuit for a large sum of money, it can be overwhelming. A structured settlement consultant is uniquely qualified to help protect that money and avoid the risk of the money being spent in all the wrong places. Hear this important discussion about dissipation with Greg Micoletti, Director of Structured Settlement In…

There can be many parties to coordinate in a structured settlement within the secondary payer world. Hear about a game changer with professional administration of Medicare Set-Asides and get all the important details from NSSTA members, Patrick Hindert, VP at Independent Life and Chicago Attorney Amy Bilton, former NAMSAP President, in this podcast…

Judges are instrumental in the protection of the rights of injured parties in the courtroom and NSSTA is active in the discourse about benefits to structured settlements outside the courtroom. Hear more about this from NSSTA member and Chicago Structured Settlement consultant and lawyer, Andy Prindable and NSSTA Executive Director, Eric Vaughn. Vis…

A real life story from Ron Bayer, a former Chicago ironworker, paralyzed after a tragic fall on the job. In this episode, hear first-hand how he benefited long-term from a structured settlement made possible by his attorney and a structured settlement consultant. Visit our site at https://nssta.com/ to learn more about structured settlements.…