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Distinguished Expands Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance to California Amid Growing Market Needs

original Distinguished Programs has expanded its Fine Art & Collectibles insurance program to California, offering up to $125 million in coverage for personal and commercial collections, including galleries, museums, and corporate collections. (Photo: Business Wire)

Distinguished Programs has expanded its Fine Art & Collectibles insurance program to California, offering up to $125 million in coverage for personal and commercial collections, including galleries, museums, and corporate collections. (Photo: Business Wire)

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Distinguished Programs, a leading national insurance program manager, has extended its Fine Art & Collectibles insurance program to California. The program offers full limits, including earthquake coverage with capacity up to $125 million for single risks. This expansion provides comprehensive coverage for both personal collections and commercial clients, including collectors, galleries, museums, corporate collections, municipalities and institutions.

"While others are retreating from California, we are committed to providing top-tier coverage in the state," said Nonie Tompkins, vice president of the program’s western region. "Our earthquake coverage and high-capacity limits are critical to making us a trusted partner for brokers and clients alike."

The Fine Art & Collectibles program provides tailored solutions, including primary and excess risk options, seamless claims handling, and specialized services such as collection management and preservation advice.

“Our goal is to provide peace of mind to clients, whether they are insuring a private collection or a museum collection,” said Patrick Drummond, president of the Fine Art & Collectibles group at Distinguished. “We’re proud to deliver not only comprehensive coverage but also the expertise and services that help brokers meet the evolving needs of the market.”

Distinguished's Fine Art & Collectibles program is now available in all 50 states, including key markets such as New York and Florida.

Brokers are encouraged to learn more on the Distinguished website. Those ready to submit business can complete this application and send it to submitfac@distinguished.com.

About Distinguished Programs

Distinguished Programs is a leading national insurance program manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents, with specific expertise in Environmental & Construction Professional, Fine Art and Collectibles, Inland Marine, Surety, Executive Lines, Real Estate, Community Associations, Hotels, and Restaurants. Providing outstanding high-limit umbrella programs and primary insurance, Distinguished Programs is the clear choice in its areas of specialty for superior coverage, competitive pricing, and attentive service. Through thoughtful innovation, stemming back to 1995, Distinguished Programs fosters growth and opportunities for its brokers, carriers, and employees. Learn more at www.distinguished.com.

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