Hamilton, New Jersey (Feb. 26, 2019)—Joseph Nawa has been promoted to vice president within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. For the past 5 years, he has been integral to the company’s new business efforts within its Southern U.S. region, while developing and leading other consultants in the practice. 

“Joe is a consummate insurance professional,” says Jeff Slivka, president, National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. “He is committed to understanding the products offered by the practice and providing the highest level of service to our clients. He has worked tirelessly to understand evolving industry risks, grow our book of business and increase his management responsibilities. I truly believe everyone who has ever worked with Joey would agree with this assessment.” 

Nawa joined the New Day team as a consultant in 2013. Since then, he has taken on increased management responsibilities that assisted in the growth of the National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. During this time, Nawa also joined the International Risk Management Institute (IRMI) advisory council, taught construction-related liability classes at the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) and delivered numerous presentations at events held by leading organizations, such as the Professional Liability Agency Network (PLAN) and the Commercial Real Estate Development Association (commonly known as NAIOP.)

Prior to joining New Day, Nawa was an A&E Underwriting Manager at RLI Insurance Company. He holds a bachelor's degree in business administration and marketing from Temple University, as well as Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designations. For more information, visit rtspecialty.com