Joe Monestere is the Chief Distribution Officer for the Knights of Columbus, overseeing U.S. and Canadian sales operations. In this role, he leads a team of approximately 1,000 insurance agents and financial advisers, providing strategic direction and leadership development.
Throughout his career, Joe has held senior leadership positions at Coventry, Lincoln Investment Planning and The Hartford. He has managed national sales teams and directed insured product operations, marketing and strategic partnerships, consistently earning top rankings within his divisions.
Joe is deeply involved in community service. He serves as Vice President of the Executive Board and Assistant Fire Chief of the East Brandywine Fire Company, directing more than 70 volunteer firefighters and EMTs. He also mentors students from Villanova, Temple, NJIT and West Chester Universities and actively supports the alumni associations of Villanova University and Chaminade High School.
