Distinguished Programs has announced the appointment of two new regional sales executives. Susan Merisko (pictured below) has been named regional sales executive for Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming, while Emily Zaino (pictured above) has been named regional sales executive for Florida.
Prior to joining Distinguished Programs, Merisko served as both business development regional territory manager and business development regional team leader at USLI. She has also served as manager of operations at New England Financial and operations manager at Equisure, as well as holding roles at Navigators Group and Safeco Insurance.
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“Susan Brings a strong history of results and success to her new position with Distinguished,” said Kurt Meister, senior vice president of business development at Distinguished Programs. “Her prior operational, sales and other hands-on roles inform her understanding of the clients she’ll be working with and add to the skill and insight that make her an ideal leader for our sales efforts in the region.”
Zaino has more than 27 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Distinguished Programs, she spent more than 25 years at Travelers Insurance, where she served as a sales and business development executive.
“Emily has dedicated her entire career to supporting the insurance industry, making her the perfect candidate to lead our sales efforts in Florida,” Meister said. “She brings a rare combination of skills and experience that will be valuable assets to add to our sales team. Emily’s central understanding of insurance solutions and outstanding track record will provide clients with high-level knowledge and support.”
