We are pleased to announce and welcome two new program management experts: Maryann Prestia, vice president program manager, primary programs, and Mary Genevich, senior underwriter, property and liability specialist.
As Distinguished Programs continues to expand its real estate, hospitality, and casualty products, the expertise of these two industry veterans will boost our future development and current offerings. Speaking on the continued investment in Distinguished’s products and programs, Brooks Chase, president of Distinguished Speciality, noted, “Maryann and Mary…will be invaluable as our company continues to grow.”
You can read more about Ms. Prestia’s and Ms. Genevich’s new roles and how their experience will lend itself to the continued success of Distinguished products and programs through published stories at Insurance Business America and ProgramBusiness.com.
About Distinguished Programs
Distinguished Programs is a leading national MGA and program manager for specialty property & casualty insurance. The company places insurance in niche sectors such as commercial real estate, hotels & restaurants, community associations, transactional risk, environmental & construction professional, marine cargo, crisis management, cyber, surety, executive lines, inland marine, and fine arts & collectibles. In 2026, the company expanded into reinsurance through DistinguishedRe, initially focused on property reinsurance solutions. On behalf of its insurance carrier partners, Distinguished typically manages all aspects of the placement process, including product development, marketing, underwriting, policy issuance, and claims. Through thoughtful innovation, stemming back to 1995, Distinguished Programs fosters growth and opportunities for its brokers, carriers, and employees.
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