Stewart announced that John Frates has been promoted to chief underwriting counsel for agency services.
Frates will continue his role as regional underwriting counsel for the Northeastern region – a market where Stewart leaders say he’s played a key role in establishing the company’s leadership position and success.
In his expanded role, Frates will guide a team of commercial underwriting professionals, helping shape Stewart’s approach to complex transactions and fueling strategic growth and expansion in both established and emerging markets.
“With more than 35 years in the industry, including over two decades at Stewart, John’s experience, insight and deep commitment to our agents make him the ideal person to lead us forward,” Stewart said in a release.