Distinguished Programs Taps John Chisenhall for Executive Role

Insurance expert responsible for regional sales within program manager’s Midwest territories

Source: Distinguished Programs | Published on April 14, 2020

Distinguished Programs, a national insurance program manager, today officially announces John Chisenhall has joined Distinguished’s sales team as regional sales executive of its Midwest territories. Chisenhall brings 15 years of experience in workers’ compensation and commercial insurance to his new role.

“John’s breadth of knowledge in the commercial insurance space and previous experience as both marketing manager and territory manager for insurance companies make him an ideal fit for this role,” noted Kurt Meister, senior vice president of business development at Distinguished Programs. “Now joining a team responsible for providing specialized products and services to seven states, he will play a pivotal part in Distinguished’s continued growth in the Midwest.”

In his new role, Chisenhall will work with agents and brokers in the Midwest territory comprised of Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska and South Dakota to choose proper insurance programs for clients across the full range of specialized products and services offered through Distinguished Programs.

Prior to joining Distinguished Programs, Chisenhall served as assistant vice president for The Keating Group in St. Louis, Missouri, where he was responsible for operations, revenue and profitability for a region consisting of 12 states. In a previous role as regional marketing manager for Patriot Insurance Group, Chisenhall was responsible for marketing efforts across a Midwest region consisting of 12 states and leading a team of nine territory managers.

Chisenhall attended Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri where he earned his bachelor’s degree in marketing. He will be based in St. Louis and operate remotely.

About Distinguished Programs

Distinguished Programs is a leading national insurance Program Manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents with specific expertise in Real Estate, Community Associations, Cultural & Historic Properties and Hospitality & Restaurants. Property and liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers. Serving the same core markets and partnering with the most stable and reputable carriers, Distinguished Programs’ high limit umbrella programs remain the clear choice in its areas of specialty for superior coverage, competitive pricing, and attentive service. Through thoughtful innovation, stemming back to 1987, Distinguished Programs fosters growth and opportunities for its brokers, carriers, and employees. www.distinguished.com.