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R&R Named Small Business Agency of the Year by Delta Dental of Wisconsin

Posted by Molly Niklasch

Wed, May 09, 2018 @ 08:05 AM

2018 Delta Dental AwardWaukesha, WI – For the 2nd consecutive year, Delta Dental announced R&R Insurance Services as 'Small Business Agency of the Year.' The award is presented annually to the agency partner that places the most new group dental plans, with less than 50 enrolled employees, in a given year.

Both R&R and Delta Dental are mission driven organizations with a passion for building long-term relationships, giving back to those in need, and making a positive impact in the community. 

In conjunction with the award, Delta Dental provided a $2,000 donation to the Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation. As a Foundation held close to the hearts of those at R&R, the gift further instills the value of both companies to make a difference in the lives of others.

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 information about R&R Insurance Services, visit R&R online at www.myknowledgebroker.com.

Topics: Awards

R&R Receives Exclusive Recognition from Insurance Carriers

Posted by Molly Niklasch

Thu, Mar 29, 2018 @ 14:03 PM

RR_INS_2 Color 323 & 451_LargeAs one of the largest independently owned insurance agencies in the Midwest, R&R represents top rated national and regional insurance carriers.

As a top performer we are granted elite access to markets, products and programs giving us the flexibility to match each client with the best carrier. R&R is incredibly proud of the carriers we partner with and will continue to invest in and maintain strong relationships to better serve our clients.

Below is a list of the exclusive carrier recognition R&R received in 2017:

  • Acuity Insurance -Top Gun Award
  • Accident Fund - Agency of the Territory
  • Chubb Insurance - Cornerstone Agency
  • Cincinnati Insurance - President’s Club
  • C.N.A. - One of Wisconsin's Top Agencies
  • Frankenmuth - Wisconsin Agency of the Year (Loss Ratio) & Preferred Agency Status
  • Hanover Insurance - President’s Club
  • Secura Insurance - Premier Club
  • Selective Insurance - President’s Club
  • Travelers Insurance - TLC
  • West Bend Mutual - President’s Round Table & Largest Agency

 To read more about R&R's accomplishments, click here.

Topics: Awards

R&R Insurance Voted #1 Bonding and Insurance Firm by The Daily Reporter Readers

Posted by the knowledge brokers

Wed, Mar 07, 2018 @ 11:03 AM

RR18 honoree #1 bonding_TDR.pngR&R Insurance has been ranked the "Top Bonding and Insurance Firm" by The Daily Reporter readers! 

For the second year, The Daily Reporter has surveyed it's readers on number of questions related to Commercial construction categories (best abatement, best material supplier, best scaffolding company, etc.) as well as general business questions.  Participants wrote in company names for their top votes.  With 27.1% of the votes, R&R Insurance ranked #1 Bonding & Insurance Firm.

See full listing here

Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote!

Topics: Awards

R&R Named a 'Best Independent Agency to Work For' by Insurance Journal

Posted by Molly Niklasch

Tue, Nov 07, 2017 @ 10:11 AM

Best Agencies to Work For 2017 Bronze.jpgR&R is excited to be named a 2017 'Best Independent Insurance Agency to Work For' by Insurance Journal.

According to Insurance Journal, Employees of the Best Agencies to Work For in 2017 highlight the importance of competitive salaries, employee benefits, training and education, and other employee perks as drivers of satisfaction in the workplace. But it’s not all about compensation and benefits. Happiness in the workplace has a lot to do with people, relationships and culture.

Many employees are grateful the best agency owners support local charities and the community. Employees are grateful for the opportunities their agencies provide for them to participate in community service, as well. They take pride in working for agencies that are respected and hold strong values and ethics. Employees also appreciate the generosity of their agency owners in sharing revenues in the form of bonuses and trips.

The best agencies also provide ways to help their employees grow — by giving them the tools and technology they need, and supporting them with education, training, annual and performance reviews and, in some cases, mentors.

In addition, the winning agencies score high for overall employee benefits including wellness programs and for working conditions including flex-time. The best agencies to work for also provide employees with a strong sense of work-life balance, and deliver a workplace environment where employees feel supported wholeheartedly by management and their peers. Many of the employees say they feel like family in their agencies.

Click here to read the full article published by Insurance Journal.

Topics: R&R Insurance News, Awards

R&R Named Waukesha County 'Business of the Year'

Posted by Molly Niklasch

Mon, Oct 09, 2017 @ 21:10 PM

r&rbuilding.jpgWaukesha County Executive, Paul Farrow, announced winners of the 2017 Waukesha County Executive Awards and R&R Insurance was proudly named 'Business of the Year.' This award recognizes an organization that ensures Waukesha County’s success through employee and community engagement.

In addition, the Hebron House was named 'Best Large Non-Profit,' Oconomowoc Silver Streak was named 'Small Non-Profit of the Year,' and Your Choice to Live Director Sandi Lybert was named '2017 Champion of the County.'

Congratulations to all those being recognized!

For more information visit: www.waukeshacounty.gov/countyexecutiveawards.

Topics: R&R Insurance News, Awards

R&R Insurance Services Accepts Pewaukee Chamber ‘Insight Business of the Year Award’

Posted by Molly Niklasch

Wed, Feb 22, 2017 @ 12:02 PM

Terry-Frett-Pewaukee-Chamber-InsightPewaukee, WI – On behalf of R&R Insurance Services, Terry Frett was a proud recipient of the Pewaukee Chamber of Commerce ‘Insight Business of the Year Award.’


Insight is an innovative education capstone, designed by Pewaukee High School to give students hands-on, real-world experience in a professional setting. As an active volunteer of the program since it began in 2015, Terry has had the opportunity to engage as a professional mentor and support the program’s mission to provide real world business experiences to many of the students.


Industry partners, such as R&R, provide real project work to enhance the students’ knowledge and experience in a career of their interest. Students are mentored by business professionals and complete the program better prepared to be the next generation of workforce.


“Being involved in the Insight program has been a two-way street for me,” states Terry Frett, Sr. Employee Benefits Consultant of R&R. “Not only have I been able to share my experience with the students I have had the privilege to work with but I have also learned from them regarding the future insurance consumer.”

Topics: R&R Insurance News, Awards

R&R Insurance Achieves Best Practices Status

Posted by Steph Schreiber

Wed, Oct 05, 2016 @ 10:10 AM

BestPracticesAgency_2016.jpgWaukesha, WI - R&R Insurance Services, Inc. is part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies around the United States participating in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) “Best Practices” Study Group.

Each year since 1993, IIABA and Reagan Consulting, an Atlanta-based management consulting firm, join forces to study the country’s leading agencies in six revenue categories. The agencies comprising the study groups are selected every third year through a comprehensive nomination and qualifying process and awarded a “Best Practices Agency” designation. The selected “Best Practices” agencies retain their status during the three-year cycle by submitting extensive financial and operational data for review each year.  

“Celebrating 40 years in business, we are extremely proud of the continued growth of R&R Insurance over the years,” says Ken Riesch, R&R Insurance, President and CEO. “The investments we're making today  in our people and resources are setting the table for a strong future.”

More than 1,800 independent agencies throughout the U.S. were nominated to take part in the annual study, but only 254 agencies qualified for the honor. To be chosen, the agency had to be among the top-performing agencies in one of six revenue categories.  The agency was nominated by either an IIABA affiliated state association or an insurance company and qualified based on its operational excellence.

The Best Practices Study was initiated by IIABA in 1993 as the foundation for efforts to improve agency performance. The annual survey and study of leading independent insurance agencies documents the business practices of the highest performing agencies and urges others to adopt similar practices.

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, employee benefits, workers compensation, liability, medical malpractice, life, dental, and home/auto. R&R is also a shareholder with Assurex Global, a worldwide network of leading independent insurance agencies.

Founded in 1896, IIABA is the nation’s oldest and largest national association of independent insurance agents and brokers, representing a network of more than 300,000 agents, brokers and their employees nationally. Its members are businesses that offer customers a choice of policies from a variety of insurance companies. Independent agents and brokers offer all lines of insurance – property, casualty, life and health – as well as employee benefit plans and retirement products.  For more information, visit www.independentagents.com.

Topics: Awards

Riesch Family Named 'Family of the Year'

Posted by Molly Niklasch

Wed, Jul 06, 2016 @ 14:07 PM

IMG_0018.jpgThe Riesch family was recently named 'Family of the Year' by Family Service of Waukesha, and honored at an elegant dinner at the Legend of Brandybrook. With the theme of "Building a Family & Leaving a Legacy," the whole family was in attendance to receive this special recognition.

The event included a “Raise the Hands Fundraiser," which raised close to $40,000. All donations will go towards supporting The Big Yellow House, and provide psychotherapy, education, and advocacy services in Waukesha County.

We are incredibly proud of the Riesch family's dedication, philanthropy, and the lasting legacy they are leaving throughout Waukesha County.

Topics: R&R Insurance News, Awards

R&R's Mike Payne Announced as Winner of Emerging Leaders of Waukesha County Awards Program

Posted by Molly Niklasch

Thu, Mar 31, 2016 @ 09:03 AM

EmergingLeaders.jpgWaukesha, WI - The Waukesha County Business Alliance recently announced the five winners of its inaugural Emerging Leaders of Waukesha County awards program. Celebrating young professionals who have shown personal initiative, determination, and commitment to their careers and their community, R&R is honored to announce Commercial Account Executive, Mike Payne, as a winner.

 

The Alliance states they received numerous nominations for the awards, and an independent judging panel reviewed nominees based on six criteria: community service involvement, achievement of professional goals, having a team mindset, continual self-improvement, possessing leadership traits, and seeking ways to advance.

 

Published in an announcement from the Alliance, Mike is described as exceeding his professional goals at R&R despite being new to the insurance industry, being actively involved in the community including various chair and board member positions, and ran for the Waukesha County Board in District 19.

 

To read more about the awards program and the five winners, click here to view the complete article.

Topics: R&R Insurance, Awards

R&R Named a Winner of Best Places to Work in Insurance Award

Posted by Molly Niklasch

Mon, Jan 04, 2016 @ 11:01 AM

Freeman_Article_Photo.jpgBusiness Insurance® named R&R Insurance Services, Inc. as one of the Best Places to Work in Insurance for 2015.

According to Business Insurance®, the award is based on a two-part assessment of the company. The first portion includes a questionnaire completed by the employer about company policies, practices and demographics. The second portion is a confidential employee survey on engagement and satisfaction. Companies recognized fall into three categories — large employer, medium employer and small employer — in the industry segments of benefits brokers and consultants, claims managers, group life/health insurers, property/casualty insurers, retail agents/brokers, reinsurance brokers, reinsurers and wholesale brokers/managing general agents.

At R&R, the employees feel strongly about their workplace, including Human Resources Director Nora Hauser.

“The energy at R&R Insurance Services is palpable,” Hauser said. “The people here make all the difference in ensuring that this company is one of the best places to work.”

Business Insurance® is dedicated to honoring employers that have created an environment in which people thrive and enjoy their work. This award proves that R&R has not only served the insurance needs of southeastern Wisconsin, but also the needs of their employees in creating a great workplace.

Click here to learn more about the current Career Opportunities at R&R.

Topics: R&R Insurance Services, Awards