Marshall Minoux
Strategic Leadership in Construction & Surety
Background & Experience
Marshall Minoux has spent two decades at the forefront of construction surety, risk management, and strategic operations. His career bridges the worlds of corporate finance, operational leadership, and surety underwriting — providing a unique perspective for contractors, developers, and industry leaders.
He brings a collaborative approach rooted in long-term strategy and practical industry knowledge. Marshall partners with teams to translate strategy into action — building a more resilient construction industry.
The Future of Surety: Trends to Watch
Exploring how evolving market demands are reshaping expectations in bonding and construction finance.
Industry Insights
Managing Risk in Volatile Markets
A practical look at how construction leaders can strengthen their financial and operational risk strategies.
Strategic Growth Beyond the Bid
How mid-market contractors can think bigger — and plan smarter — with the right financial partners.
Thought Leadership
Risk Management in Construction: FromGo/No-Go to Sub Prequalification
Marshall Minoux was a featured speaker at the 2017 Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) National Conference. His session focused on practical risk management strategies for contractors navigating complex project decisions. Topics included:
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Go/No-Go Due Diligence for owners and projects
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Joint Ventures and contract pitfalls
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Effective subcontractor prequalification, including process design, key forms, and common challenges
This session equipped financial leaders and risk managers with actionable tools to better evaluate risk across partnerships and project pipelines.
Continuing Education: Risk Management for CFOs & Controllers
Marshall Minoux co-facilitated a continuing education course through the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), tailored specifically for CFOs and controllers in construction. The session unpacked how risk management functions as both a protective and strategic tool for financial executives. Topics included:
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Core principles of risk management and practical implementation
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Overview of insurance coverage types and their interplay
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Designing and scaling surety programs to support growth
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Effective contract administration to reduce exposure
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Best practices for subcontractor prequalification
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Emerging legal risks and jobsite vulnerabilities
Attendees walked away with a more proactive framework to integrate financial strategy, risk, and project execution.
Surety, Strategy & Risk
Marshall Minoux has presented at national broker conferences designed for contractor clients, as well as part of the Small Business Administration and USDOT's Bonding Education Program. His sessions included topics such as:
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Structuring and scaling surety programs for growth‑oriented contractors
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The contractor journey in SBA‑backed bonding: eligibility, underwriting, strategic implications
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Navigating Risk Creep in Construction Backlogs
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Large Project Profitability Trends
These engagements equip contractors and their broker partners with actionable insights to build stronger surety capacity and navigate evolving risk landscapes.