We will be here when you need us.
Who We Are
Insurance by Strehlow was founded in Willmar Minnesota in1956. Through the years, our staff have carried on the legacy of our founder, providing insurance products the community needs and service that makes sense. We happily expanded our service area beyond Minnesota to include North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Colorado, Arizona, and Florida. Our licensed and experienced agents have more than 85 years of combined experience providing personal and business insurance solutions.
We know that insurance can be frustrating and sometimes difficult to understand. We think it doesn't have to be. Our mission is to take the pain out of dealing with insurance. To accomplish our mission, we strive to be available when you call, text or stop by, and provide the insurance products and service that you need.
We will be there when you need us!
Our Team
Owner
Andy Jacobson
Andy graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi, returning to his hometown, Willmar, soon thereafter. Looking for a challenging and rewarding career, Andy chose insurance, allowing him to help his many acquaintances with their insurance needs. Andy joined Insurance By Strehlow in 2004. Since then, Andy has found success in providing personal and commercial coverage for his many clients.
Owner
Sara Lieser
Sara began her insurance career in 1997 at a small independent agency in Monticello, MN. Moving back to her roots, she worked at another independent agency in Saint Cloud and eventually found her way to Willmar. Whether with co-workers or clients, Sara's true passion is helping other people find answers and succeed.
Agent
Norm Strehlow
Norm's insurance career began in 1975 working with his father, Charles, who started Strehlow Insurance Agency in 1956. In 1978, Norm earned the prestigious CIC designation. Soon after purchasing in 1980, Norm changed the agency name to Insurance By Strehlow and moved to its present location in 1981.
His experience and education assures the professional delivery of personal, commercial, and life/health insurance products to a wide diversification of clientele.
Agent
Tina Renne
Tina has enjoyed working with the public for many years. Since joining Insurance By Strehlow, she has continued her service to the community by getting to know her clients, and helping them satisfy their individual insurance needs.
In her free time, she loves entertaining friends at her home and working on her hobby farm.
Agent
Travis Wendorff
Contact Travis for help getting new coverage in place for your business such as General Liability, Property, Business Auto, Worker's Compensation, Commercial Umbrella Liability, Professional Liability, and more. Travis is also available to assist you with your personal insurance needs including home, auto, boat, wedding or special event liability, snowmobile, motorcycle, and more.
HR Lead
Nikki Wieland
Insurance By Strehlow was pleased to welcome Nikki to the team in October 2023.
Administrative Assistant
Marsha Hubert
Marsha joined Insurance By Strehlow in 2023. With a keen attention to detail, Marsha helps us stay organized.
What We Do
Personal Insurance
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Homeowner's Insurance
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Auto Insurance
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ATV Insurance
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Snowmobile Insurance
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Motorcycle Insurance
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RV Insurance / Motorhome Insurance
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Collector Car Insurance
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Seasonal Home / Cabin Insurance
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Mobile Home Insurance
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Farm Insurance
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Boat Insurance
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Personal Umbrella Liability Insurance
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Wedding Liability Insurance
Individual Life & Health Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Individual Health Insurance
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Disability Insurance
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Medicare Supplements*
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Medicare Advantage Plans*
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Prescription Drug Part D*
*We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.
Business Insurance
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Commercial Auto Insurance
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General Liability Insurance
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Commercial Property Insurance
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Contractors Tools and Equipment Insurance
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Bonds
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Workers' Compensation Insurance
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Commercial Umbrella Liability Insurance
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Professional Liability Insurance
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Cyber Liability Insurance & Data Breach Coverage
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Employment Practices Liability Insurance
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Directors & Officers Liability Insurance
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Employee Benefits Liability Insurance
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ERISA Bonds
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Special Event Insurance
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Crime Insurance
Employee Benefits
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Group Health Insurance
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Group Life Insurance
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Group Long-term Disability Insurance
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Group Short-term Disability Insurance
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Group Dental Insurance
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Group Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Additional Services
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Building Replacement Cost Estimates
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Claims reporting assistance
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Claims resolution assistance
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Coverage and Exposure Reviews
Contact
716 1st Street South
PO Box 953
Willmar, MN 56201
320-235-1091
320-235-2804
Office Hours:
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday - Thursday
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Friday
Because we want to serve you promptly, appointments are preferred.