Distinguished Programs Appoints Christina Ross as Vice President, Fine Art Expert in Fine Art and Collectibles Program

By: Distinguished Programs via Business Wire

August 06, 2025 at 09:00 AM EDT

Distinguished Programs (“Distinguished”), a national insurance program administrator and MGA, announced the appointment of Christina Ross as vice president, fine art expert, for its Fine Art & Collectibles program.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250806126999/en/

Distinguished Programs Appoints Christina Ross as Vice President, Fine Art Expert in Fine Art and Collectibles Program

Ross brings more than two decades of experience in the fine art insurance industry, with expertise in underwriting, art market analysis, and business development. She has held leadership positions at several prominent carriers, including Tokio Marine Highland, Markel, and AXA Art Insurance Corporation. Based in California, Ross has cultivated a nationwide network of brokers, collectors, and art industry professionals, making her a trusted resource across the sector.

“Christina has spent decades advising on valuation, appraisal, conservation, and loss prevention, making her an invaluable resource for our brokers,” said Patrick Drummond, president of Distinguished’s Fine Art & Collectibles program. “She understands the unique risks associated with fine art and collectibles and how to protect against them. We’re excited to have her on our team to strengthen our program and support our broker partners.”

“Distinguished has built a strong reputation in the fine art insurance & collectibles space, and I’m excited to bring my experience to further support our brokers and their clients,” said Ross. “Together, we can navigate the evolving risks of today’s art market and ensure that valuable collections are properly safeguarded.”

Throughout her career, Ross has developed a reputation for delivering thoughtful, client-focused solutions for both private and corporate collections. She is dedicated to helping brokers and clients navigate the complexities of insuring high-value art and collectibles, maintaining comprehensive protection and peace of mind.

For more information about Distinguished and its Fine Art & Collectibles insurance solutions, visit www.distinguished.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, environmental & construction professional, cyber, surety, executive lines, inland marine and fine arts & collectibles. 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. www.distinguished.com

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250806126999/en/

Contacts

Media Contact:

Ritchie Vener

(212) 297-3190

rvener@distinguished.com

About Us

Additional Information

Website & Technical Help

Distinguished Programs Appoints Christina Ross as Vice President, Fine Art Expert in Fine Art and Collectibles Program

Contacts

More News