David Mello joined American Specialty in March 2009 as a Vice President of Client Services.

David's 20 year career in sports, recreation and entertainment specialty insurance began in 1989 as an Account Executive focused on the Fairs, Festivals, and Events industry. In 1999, David was promoted to the position of Division Vice President, with full P&L responsibility for a $40 million premium unit, with 38 employees. In 2003, he was promoted to Nationwide Marketing Director, with marketing responsibility for multiple programs totaling over $72 million in premium.

As Vice President in American Specialty's Client Services area, David is responsible for the marketing and management of Venues, Themed Attractions, and Motorsports.

David is a long-term member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), where he serves on the association’s Membership Committee. He is also a long-term member of the Florida Festivals and Events Association (FFEA). He is entering into his second year as a member of the FFEA Board of Directors, and he is also the Chair Person for their Membership Committee.

David and his family live in Fort Wayne, Indiana.