Local Surety Association Handbook
Welcome to the LSA Handbook. This guide provides useful, practical information for the 48 local surety associations (LSAs) throughout the country. Begin by selecting an index item below. Or, if you prefer, print or download the complete Word document (please keep in mind that some links are not visible in the printed file, but will be indicated by underscored text).
1. Introduction
2. Administrative & Legal Issues
3. Membership
4. Program Development
- Education & Seminars
- Legislative Affairs
- Community Outreach & Special Events
- Assisting Emerging Contractors (MCDP)
- Awards
5. Marketing & Public Relations
- Web Site Development
- Promoting Contract Surety
- Exhibiting
- Speaker Topics
- SIO PowerPoint® Presentations
- Speakers’ Bureau
- Public Speaking Tips
- Newsletters
- Working with the Media
6. Best Practices
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