Bill Jeatran, chief executive cfficer, founded the company in 1986, when he purchased a small agency with revenues of about $100,000. His goal was to build a firm that provides risk prevention advice and resources to clients rather than insurance products alone. He serves on the Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota board of directors.

Contact: 763-746-8201, jeatranb@rjfagencies.com.

Tim Fleming, president, joined RJF soon after Bill Jeatran purchased the company. Together, the pair began building the agency, whose genesis occurred over a pint in Ireland during a study abroad semester for the two roommates.

Contact: 763-746-8204, flemingt@rjfagencies.com.

Jill Lowder, chief operating officer, has been instrumental in creating a company that focuses on partnering with forward-thinking clients to prevent risk. She has also played a key role in integrating RJF's approach into the company's service strategy and platform.

Contact: 763-746-8205, lowderj@rjfagencies.com.

Jim Johnson, vice president, sales & marketing, came to RJF after running various aspects of national, regional and local agencies and brokerages. His knowledge of and experience with insurance is balanced with his dedication to helping employers eliminate as much risk as possible.

Contact: 763-746-8271, johnsonj@rjfagencies.com.