Art Dealer & Gallery Insurance

Patrick has over 27 years of insurance industry experience where he has held various leadership roles in underwriting, sales, marketing, product management and claims. Patrick comes to Distinguished with a goal of reinventing art and collectible insurance. He is passionate about improving the customer experience for brokers, agents, and their clients to make insuring the things people love to collect, super easy.

Erika’s focus is on the technical aspect of the business. She supports the team with 20 years of work in the specialty fine art space as both a broker and an underwriter. Her bachelor’s degree in history of art and work experience in museum, gallery and conservation settings combine to provide a unique and supportive understanding of client needs regarding fine art insurance coverage.

Alison is our Fine Art expert and underwriter working out of our New York office. Before her years as an underwriter, Alison spent seven years as an insurance broker specializing in the Fine Arts. Alison draws on her earlier experience working in museums and appraisals as a Fine Art expert, reviewing client schedules, assisting insureds with complex collections, and attending industry events and fairs. Alison holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Art History.

Ashley is our Vice President of Claims with 7 years industry experience doing everything from selling insurance and surveying risks to adjusting thousands of claims specifically focused on the Fine Art & Collectibles. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Ramapo College of NJ and is native to the Greater NY Area. She is passionate about delivering world class claims service and being an expert resource for our clients and brokers.

As Vice President and underwriter, Nonie works with brokers across the Southwest and South Central regions to provide the best possible solutions to their clients. Nonie’s passion for fine art and collectibles insurance has defined her career. Her six years of fine art underwriting experience spans roles at two major carriers prior to joining Distinguished. Nonie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Art History and a Master’s in Museum Studies.

Stacy works with museum and other industry associations and partner organizations to foster enduring business relationships. In her eight years of experience in specialty insurance, she has emphasized developing key broker, client, and industry relationships. She is known for leading operations teams and providing exceptional customer service, and shares a passion for the collectible market.

An outgoing leader, Darryl brings over 15 years of sales management experience to Distinguished. As the Vice President, National Agency Sales, he focuses on broker expansion, pipeline development, and unearthing new partnerships and distribution channels to accelerate growth within the Fine Art & Collectibles Practice. Darryl lives in New York City and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a dual specialization in Sales and Marketing.