New York, February 7, 2024 – Jencap Group (Jencap) is excited to announce the appointments of Kris Bauer and Mike Yovino as leaders of the company’s Wrap Up Construction Practice. This specialized practice group is one of many strategic centers of excellence that exist at Jencap for various industries and product lines.
Bauer and Yovino bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their new roles, having dedicated their careers to being industry-leading construction brokers and demonstrating exceptional leadership within Jencap. As the newly appointed leaders of Jencap’s Wrap Up Construction Practice, they will play a crucial role in mentoring our up and coming construction brokers, lending their expertise to every wrap up transaction, and ultimately improving our performance and value proposition in the marketplace.
Mark Maher, President of Jencap, expressed his enthusiasm for this strategic decision, stating, “Kris and Mike’s proven track record and deep understanding of the construction industry make them the ideal candidates to drive our OCIP/CCIP construction business to new heights.”
Maher further emphasized the company’s vision for Bauer and Yovino in their new roles, saying, “Our goal is for Kris and Mike to be a resource to the overall company, creating awareness and establishing a center of excellence that will drive more business from retailers and open new markets for our company. It’s all about providing better deliverables to our agents.”
Bauer and Yovino, in their new leadership roles, will focus on fostering innovation, streamlining processes, and strengthening relationships with retail and carrier partners. Their commitment to excellence aligns with Jencap’s core values, ensuring that the Wrap Up Construction Practice continues to deliver top-notch services and solutions to our retailers.
For more information about Jencap and its construction insurance offerings, please visit JencapGroup.com.
About Jencap Group
Jencap is one of the largest wholesalers in the U.S. with notable industry-leading expertise in wholesale brokerage, binding authority, and program management. Its specialized divisions and affiliate organizations provide niche underwriting prowess, broad market access, and nationwide influence. Headquartered in New York, Jencap leverages its collective power to exceed the expectations of more than 20,000 independent agency partners. For more information, visit: JencapGroup.com.
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Kathryn Smith
Jencap's Managing Director of Marketing, Kathryn Smith, has dedicated her entire career to the insurance industry. A diverse background equips Kathryn with a unique 360-degree perspective, having experienced the industry from all angles: agency, carrier, and wholesaler. She consistently produces award-winning marketing content and hosts the Jencap insurance podcast, "Flip the Cap."
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