Waukesha, WI - R&R Insurance Services welcomes Nicki Johnson, SPHR as the Human Resources Director.

Nicki comes to R&R with 13 years of experience managing the full spectrum of Human Resources programs and services.  Her experience ranges from recruiting to employee relations, compensation and benefits, training and development, performance management, regulatory compliance and more. 

"Through Nicki's leadership, we're taking the employee experience to the next level and improving efficiencies. With her diverse background, we're excited about what she brings to the table" states Michael Franz, Chief Operating Officer.

Most recently, Nicki was employed with Mayville Engineering Company, Inc., where she worked as the Director of Human Resources.  Previous to this, Nicki worked as the Director of HR for Spacesaver Corporation, and she also spent time as the HR Manager for E.K. Machine Company, Inc. 

Nicki is also the acting Chairman of the Board for the Beaver Dam Chamber.  This comes after two years as Director.

Learn more about Nicki

R&R Insurance Services, Inc. has served the insurance needs of southeastern Wisconsin since 1975. Today, R&R is Wisconsin’s largest singly owned independent insurance agency offering businesses and individuals a full range of insurance products including property casualty, bonding, employee benefits, workers compensation, liability, life & health, wealth management, Medicare, home & auto. R&R is also a shareholder with Assurex Global, a worldwide network of leading independent insurance agencies. For more information, visit www.myknowledgebroker.com.

Waukesha, WI - R&R Insurance Services has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2020 honor by The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. This annual list showcases 150 businesses who are measured by the excellence they exhibit and impact they have on the community.  Based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey, R&R Insurance garnered a 90% response rate! The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 drivers of engaged cultures that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.

"We believe we hire the best people in the business and receiving this award showcases that!  We're proud that we can offer employees not just a career, but a way of life." Jack Riesch, Owner & Executive Vice President.  "We are honored to be recognized on the same level as our peer winners."

Between a beautiful new office building in May 2019, a dress-for-your-day policy, an onsite workout facility, continuing education opportunities, and United Way activities, R&R Insurance truly is a ‘Top Workplace’!

R&R Insurance Services, Inc. has served the insurance needs of southeastern Wisconsin since 1975. Today, R&R is Wisconsin’s largest singly owned independent insurance agency offering businesses and individuals a full range of insurance products including property casualty, bonding, employee benefits, workers compensation, liability, life & health, wealth management, Medicare, home & auto. R&R is also a shareholder with Assurex Global, a worldwide network of leading independent insurance agencies. For more information, visit www.myknowledgebroker.com.

We are very proud to announce that Jenna Moehrke has been selected by the Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin (PIAW) as Wisconsin’s 2020 Outstanding CSR of the Year!

This prestigious award, created in 1991 by the Societies of CISR and CIC, recognizes the important role the Customer Service Agent plays in the care and service of the customer.  The award honors the service agent who demonstrates through dedication and performance, the highest level of personal and professional achievement.  The PIA Board of Directors and the Education Committee use a comprehensive process to select the Wisconsin recipient.

Jenna was selected based on her experience, peer recommendations, a written essay and overall commitment to the insurance industry.  She will be presented with her award by the PIA in October, and then advance to the national competition.

Congratulations, Jenna, for an honor well-deserved!

Waukesha, WI - R&R Insurance Services welcomes Ryan Nowicki as the Director of Personal Lines.

Ryan comes to R&R with a broad agency background, including over 10 years of insurance industry experience, focusing on both Personal Lines and Commercial Lines. Most recently, Ryan spent time with the Lundstrom Insurance Agency, Inc. rising up from a Sales Account Executive to the Manager of Commercial Line Operations. He is enthusiastic about sharing ideas, thinking outside of the box and serving others. According to Ryan, “there is no task too big or too small; no process that cannot be improved, and no problem that doesn’t deserve a thoughtful and creative solution.”

“We look forward to mutually focusing on our growth objectives and customer innovation strategies for our Personal Lines department and R&R as a whole.” states Michael Franz, Chief Operating Officer.

Click here to learn more about Ryan.

R&R Insurance Services, Inc. has served the insurance needs of southeastern Wisconsin since 1975. Today, R&R is Wisconsin’s largest singly owned independent insurance agency offering businesses and individuals a full range of insurance products including property casualty, bonding, employee benefits, workers compensation, liability, life & health, Medicare, home & auto. R&R is also a shareholder with Assurex Global, a worldwide network of leading independent insurance agencies. For more information, visit www.myknowledgebroker.com.

Every 40 seconds someone succumbs to heart disease and stroke – that’s 62,640 lives this February.

The American Heart Association is on a mission to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.  R&R Insurance is a proud sponsor of the AHA's 2020 Heart and Stroke Ball taking place on February 15.  Leading the charge as this year's Chairman is R&R Owner, Jack Riesch. It's a personal mission for Jack to honor his late grandfather who passed from a heart attack and other life events proving that life can change in an instant - read more about Jack's mission.  

Wear Red, Tune In, and Donate

New this year, the WTMJ 620AM Community Cares program is highlighting stories of local people the American Heart Association has helped in recent years.  Tune in to hear "Stories of the Heart".

Culminating on February 7, national "Go Red Day", is a radiothon to raise money for the American Heart Association.  Hosted by Gene Mueller and special guest, Jack Riesch. 

The goal: raise $640,000 for research, programming, and services to help save lives and improve patient care.

100% of donations stay local to support those affected by heart disease or stroke.  Join us in giving hope with lifesaving dollars.

Every 40 seconds someone succumbs to heart disease and stroke. 

While we’ve witnessed major medical and scientific advances, we cannot continue to allow this to be a trend.  Not for ourselves.  Not for our children.

R&R Insurance Owner, Jack Riesch, literally takes this to heart with a grandfather who passed away from a heart attack.  For him, the risk is real.  An accident left a younger brother a quadriplegic; his youngest brother passed away at 29 from esophageal cancer, and his brother-in-law who didn't make it home from Afghanistan. Jack knows all too well that life can change in an instant.  He is now passionate about providing resources for everyone to make improvements today for better tomorrows.

Why the American Heart Association?  "Walking my daughter down the aisle is WHY. Seeing my son get his diploma is WHY. Celebrating my next wedding anniversary is WHY.", reflects Riesch.

Paying closer attention to his own health in recent years with a regular exercise routine and eating a healthy diet, Jack is walking-the-walk already.  And now it's time to pay it forward by advocating for others to change their health outcomes.  Not only helping others to add more years to their life, but more life in their years.

By partnering with the American Heart Association, together we are able to support a culture of health:

1. Improving quality of life
2. Ensuring health environments
3. Strengthening the economy
4. Elevating care
5. Changing policy

What is your WHY?  Join Jack in supporting the cause:  click for more information.

February 15, 2020

With a unanimous vote, R&R's Michelle Froehlke was voted to a position on Progress Lakeshore's Board of Directors.  "We anticipate [Michelle's] skills and experience will be an asset to our Board", Executive Director Peter Wills.

R&R Insurance continues bringing resources to Northeast Wisconsin.  "The appointment of Michelle speaks to our continued expansion and engagement in the Northeast.  As an active member for many years, we are excited for Michelle to continue making a difference in the local community!", David Lancaster, Executive Vice President - Employee Benefits at R&R Insurance.

Progress Lakeshore is an organization providing technical assistance to existing businesses and entrepreneurs in the area on how to start up, expand and grow; in turn, growing our economy.  For the past 15 years, Progress Lakeshore has been helping businesses navigate unknown territories and come out successful - improving our area's overall economy in the process.

R&R Insurance Services welcomes Todd Townsend as a Commercial Insurance Consultant. 

With a background in collegiate coaching and recruitment, as well as program management and operations, Todd brings unique experiences and knowledge to R&R.  With a Bachelor’s Degree from Marquette University, Todd has a passion for cultivating relationships and providing solutions.

“We are incredibly excited to have Todd join our Commercial Division at R&R Insurance,” states Jack Riesch, Owner & Executive Vice President. “His determination and unique background make him a valuable asset, and we look forward to the new opportunities he will bring to R&R.”

R&R Insurance Services, Inc. has served the insurance needs of southeastern Wisconsin since 1975. Today, R&R is Wisconsin’s largest singly owned independent insurance agency offering businesses and individuals a full range of insurance products including property casualty, bonding, employee benefits, workers compensation, liability, life & health, Medicare, home & auto. R&R is also a shareholder with Assurex Global, a worldwide network of leading independent insurance agencies.

R&R Insurance Services welcomes Tim Jensen, Shane Vercauteren, and Sherilyn Smith. 

Joining R&R as a Commercial Insurance Consultant, Tim Jensen has over 24 years of experience in the insurance industry, including claims adjusting, litigation management, and underwriting. With a Bachelor’s Degree from Mount Marty College in Yankton South Dakota, Tim specializes in manufacturing, healthcare, and contracting risks.

With a background in management, finance, and accounting, Shane Vercauteren will be expanding R&R’s services in Northeast Wisconsin as a Commercial Insurance Consultant. Specializing in transportation and auto, Shane has a degree in Business and Marketing from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College.

As a Commercial Account Executive, Sherilyn Smith brings over 15 years of insurance experience to R&R. Specializing in underwriting, she has extensive experience in litigation management, excess, and workers compensation. Sherilyn has a Bachelor’s Degree from Ursuline College in Nursing and Paramedicine.

“We are incredibly excited to have Tim, Shane, and Sherilyn join the Commercial Division at R&R Insurance,” states Jack Riesch, Owner & Executive Vice President. “They each bring unique assets and extensive experience to our growing team of professionals and we look forward to sharing their knowledge with our clients.”

R&R Insurance is incredibly proud to be named Waukesha County Business of the Year!

Winners were announced (in small, medium, large, and non-profit categories) at an Awards Gala, hosted by the Waukesha County Business Alliance, Waukesha County, and the Waukesha County Center for Growth.

What sets Waukesha County apart is the way businesses, government, non-profits and educational institutions all work together to make our community stronger. The Alliance, the County, and the Center for Growth work together to honor top-performing businesses and nonprofits that have a significant presence and are making the community a great place to live, work, and play.

Congratulations to all of the finalists and winners! R&R is proud to be recognized alongside these outstanding organizations.