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BizTimes Milwaukee presents its inaugural showcase of Notable Women in Insurance, spotlighting accomplished female professionals throughout the insurance industry in southeastern Wisconsin. We are excited to announce that our very own Stephanie Riesch-Knapp was one of the 15 women recognized!

As a third-generation owner and senior employee benefits consultant, Stephanie knows what it takes to make the agency and her clients successful—with her knowledge in the healthcare industry, non-stop energy and a tenacious drive to succeed, Stephanie's a natural choice for anyone's benefit needs.

Stephanie also has experience in the property & casualty area which helps to support the agency's core objective to deliver Employee Benefits and Workers Compensation total risk solutions.

Alongside her father, Ken Riesch, and brothers Jack and Bryon, she's credited with leading the firm's vision of employing top talent in the industry, investing in technology, providing employees with development opportunities and supporting the communities in which the agency serves. With 200 insurance professionals, R&R has become one of the largest family-owned independent agencies in the Midwest.

The entire R&R family congratulates Stephanie on this recognition and her accomplishments!

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Waukesha - Working with several employees of the millennial generation has had more ups than downs, said Dan Wolfgram of R&R Insurance. As the executive vice president of personal lines, marketing and communications for the family owned Waukesha insurance company, Wolfgram said millennials are quick to adapt and learn.

"They have the ability to to multi-task," he said. "They are not looking to do a traditional job."

Click here to read the full article from the Waukesha Freeman.

Jeff Thiel, Commercial Account Executive at R&R Insurance Services, was named the Committee Chairman of the Year at the Independent Insurance Agents of Wisconsin (IIAW) state convention in Wisconsin Dells. Jeff chairs the IIAW’s Marketing & Membership Development Committee.

“Jeff consistently demonstrates an exemplary commitment to our Association, his business, and most importantly, his community,” said Matt Banaszynski, IIAW Executive Vice President. “This award recognizes his work to serve in the public’s best interest by holding himself to the highest ethical standards while working to insure the American Dream.”

The IIAW is one of the largest trade association’s in the state with over 5,000 independent insurance agents selling property, casualty, life and health insurance.

Click here to learn more about Jeff. 

The Hanover Insurance Group, a leading provider of property and casualty insurance products and services nationwide, recently honored R&R Insurance Services with an appointment to its President’s Club, an elite group of independent insurance agencies from across the country.

President’s Club agencies meet the highest level of standards with regard to the agency’s ability to deliver value to customers through strong insurance expertise and responsive service.

The Hanover partners with only 2,200 out of a total of 35,000 total independent agents in the country. Across The Hanover’s agents, an elite group of only 125 are honored in its President’s Club each year as the company’s top performers.

“The Hanover has always partnered with the best independent agents in the country who provide real value and outstanding service for their customers,” said Frederick H. Eppinger, president and chief executive officer of The Hanover. "R&R Insurance Services exemplifies what it means to be a truly professional independent agent, providing expert insurance advice, dedicated service and a broad range of products to meet the needs of its customers.”

The agency will be formally recognized for its President’s Club achievement at a national business conference sponsored by The Hanover.

About R&R Insurance:

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, life, dental and 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.

The Hanover – At a Glance:

• One of the largest and fastest growing property and casualty insurers in the U.S.
• Specialized products that meet the needs of families, individuals and businesses
• Since 1852, distributing products through the best independent agents in the U.S.