Throughout virtually his entire lifetime, RJ Ahmann CEO Richard J. Ahmann III has been close to the insurance industry. He was only six years old when his father joined the Ed Arnold Company, which would later bear his father’s name.

Like his dad, Rick will be quick to tell you he loves the insurance business. That’s good, because in addition to being CEO of RJ Ahmann Company, Rick is also president of RJ Ahmann Benefits, LLC along with Liberty Insurance Agency and Educators Protection Agency. All are independent insurance agencies that specialize in life insurance, employee benefit programs, investment products, risk management, and property / casualty coverage.

His dad taught him to love his family more than his job. It’s a lesson Richard learned well, and one he and wife Joan have handed down to their three daughters.

Although his family and his business take up most of his time, Rick has served the community in a variety of positions. These include his current membership in the Minneapolis Breakfast Club, Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce, and Edina Chamber of Commerce. He has also volunteered his time to serve as past secretary/treasurer of Richfield Optimist Club and precinct chair for the Neighbor to Neighbor program.

Rick has been honored throughout his 30-year career in the insurance business. He was, for example, named Minnesota Independent Insurance Agent of the Year in 1997.

In the past, he has led the Independent Insurance Agents of Minnesota (IIAM) as its president, as chairman of its budget committee, and as a member of the IIAM board of directors. He is currently serving on the SFM Agency Advisory Committee, the sixth committee to benefit from Rick’s experience and industry insights.

Dean has guided the company’s growth for more than a decade. Responsible for managing the overall performance of the organization, Dean can rely on over 18 years of financial industry experience.

Currently working toward a PhD in Organization Leadership and Development at the University of St. Thomas, Dean also finds time to serve the community as assistant treasurer for the non-profit Courage Center Foundation.

Dean has earned an MBA in Finance, MIS from University of St. Thomas, and he received his BS in Finance, Accounting from St. Cloud State University.

There’s an insurance word that aptly describes Andrew’s talents: “comprehensive.” That’s because his specialty is management of every aspect of a client’s insurance program including property & casualty, employee benefits, and surety bonds.

Andrew’s insurance experience spans over 20 years, more than half of which has been with RJ Ahmann Company.  Andrew’s current responsibilities at RJ Ahmann include managing the company’s benefits department and serving on the board of directors.