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Hotel Umbrella FAQ: Why are the schedule of forms and endorsements from the underlying policies required?
Transcript: My name is Angel Canada, and I'm an Underwriter with the Express Hotel Umbrella…
May 27, 2026

Hotel Umbrella FAQ: Can a franchisor be added as a named insured?
Transcript: Hi there, I'm Rachel Ostrow, an Underwriter with Distinguished Programs and I specialize in our Express…
March 30, 2026

3 Reasons Umbrella Insurance for Rental Properties is Essential
What is an Umbrella Insurance Policy? Umbrella insurance is extra liability insurance that tops up…
May 5, 2025

5 Reasons You Need Distinguished Hotel Umbrella Insurance
Distinguished's Hotel Umbrella Insurance program offers high-limit protection tailored to the unique needs of hotel…
March 27, 2025

The Beat Doesn’t Go On as Lawsuits Hit Hospitality Industry for Copyright Infringement
The U.S. Copyright Act According to the United States Copyright Act, the public playing of…
October 24, 2024

Here’s what’s new with our Express Community Associations Umbrella
We have opened our new Broker Connect portal for our Express Community Associations Umbrella. You can expect it…
August 14, 2024

Hotel Umbrella FAQ: Why Is Distinguished’s Master Policy Effective Date Different From The Insured’s?
Transcript: Hello everyone, I'm Ami Scribner, Senior Underwriter with over 20 years of experience in…
June 12, 2024

Hotel Insurance Built for the Nashville Area
Why Do Nashville Hotels Need Comprehensive Insurance? Hotels have unique risks that other establishments do…
April 15, 2024

Hotel Umbrella FAQ: Why does Distinguished care about third-party vendor activities?
Transcript: Why does Distinguished care about third-party vendor activities? Let's dive in. Hi there! I’m…
April 5, 2024

Driving Success: How Renee McFadden Supports Brokers at Distinguished
Renee McFadden again, Distinguished Programs, Vice President of Sales, representing the organization for the past…
March 26, 2024
