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Jason Newman Named President of J. Fletcher Creamer & Son, Inc.

HACKENSACK, NJ—Jason Newman was named president of J. Fletcher Creamer & Son, Inc., in May 2026. Prior to this promotion, he served as the company’s vice president of Construction Management. He has more than two decades of experience with the infrastructure construction firm.

J. Fletcher Creamer & Son, Inc., a nationally recognized infrastructure contractor, is consistently ranked among the ENR Top 400 Contractors. A longtime leader within the organization, Mr. Newman joined the company in 2002 after graduating from Clemson University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Over the course of his career, he has developed deep expertise across the company’s lines of business, with particular strength in underground utilities, trenchless technology and complex infrastructure project delivery.

“I’m proud that I’ve never worked anywhere else in my 24 years since graduating university,” Mr. Newman commented. “Solving problems together and working as a team, I am truly appreciative of everyone who has taken time to teach me something during my journey here.”

Prior to his recent appointment, Mr. Newman was responsible for the execution of all projects constructed and directly supervised the area managers that lead Creamer’s branches. He has helped to advance Creamer’s trenchless and rehabilitation capabilities, including spray-in-place pipe applications and other specialized infrastructure solutions, the company said in a statement.

“With his strong foundation in field execution, operational leadership and technical innovation, he leads the company with both hands-on and a full understanding of the business and a long-standing commitment to solving construction challenges,” the company added.

Mr. Newman and his wife, Michele, have two daughters. “When I find some time, I enjoy skiing and hiking and travel, especially to South Carolina to visit my parents,” he noted.

Jason Newman

Erin Carroll Named Managing Director at American Global’s Office in NYC

Jericho, NY—American Global announced on July 1 that Erin Carroll has been promoted to Managing Director, New York. She previously served as Senior Vice President, leading a team of construction insurance professionals based in New York that delivers innovative risk management solutions to clients nationwide.

In her new role, Carroll will serve as a senior operating leader, helping drive strategic growth initiatives, talent development, client engagement, and operational excellence while supporting the firm’s long-term vision and expansion in New York, the company said.

Carroll joined American Global in 2016 and has played a key role in the growth of the company’s New York insurance practice. In announcing her promotion, the firm praised her ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues while helping develop the next generation of industry professionals.

“I’m incredibly honored by this recognition and grateful for the opportunity to continue working alongside such an exceptional team,” Carroll said. “American Global has built a culture that values collaboration, expertise, and putting clients first, and I’m proud to be part of an organization that continues to invest in its people and in developing innovative solutions for clients. I’m excited to keep building our team, strengthening our client and carrier partnerships, expanding our impact in New York, and helping our clients navigate the evolving challenges of the construction industry.”

Carroll has worked in the insurance industry since 1999. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Binghamton University and is based in New York.

Erin Carroll

Published: July 16, 2026

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