Vance Prigge / President
Bio & ContactVance Prigge / President
Vance has been a full-time, licensed agent since 1993 and is the founder of Atlas Insurance Brokers, LLC. He is a Past President of the Minnesota Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers Association. Vance is a first generation agent and Luther College graduate.
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Bill Nystrom / Vice President
Bio & ContactBill Nystrom / Vice President
Bill has been a licensed insurance agent in Minnesota since 2006. An Atlas agent since 2010, he offers an extensive line of cost effective and comprehensive insurance solutions to meet your personal and business needs. After earning a bachelor’s degree in marketing from St. Mary’s University, Bill started his insurance career with American Family in Rochester where he quickly became a top agent. Bill is a member of the Rochester Golf & Country Club. He and his wife Erin own the Potbelly Sandwich shops located in Rochester. Originally from Winona, Bill now resides in Oronoco with his family.
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Andrew Nelson / Agent
Bio & ContactAndrew Nelson / Agent
Andrew has been a licensed agent for over twelve years. Prior to joining Atlas, Andrew was an agent for Life Investors Insurance Company. Andrew and his family live in the Stewartville area and he is originally from the Spring Grove, MN area. Andrew is the biggest Hawkeye fan North of the Iowa border.
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Taylor Gilbert / Agent
Bio & ContactTaylor Gilbert / Agent
Taylor has been a licensed agent since 2010. He started as a financial adviser with New England Securities. In his spare time, he enjoys watching and playing hockey as well as participating in 5k’s and other running events. He is originally from Antigo, WI but has lived in Rochester since 2010.
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Dakota Biwer / Agent
Bio & ContactDakota Biwer / Agent
Dakota has been a licensed agent since 2016. Prior to working at Atlas, Dakota worked for Hy-Vee for 8 years. Dakota is originally from Austin, MN. He enjoys helping people, and making a difference in the community. In his free time, Dakota enjoys the outdoors and golfing.
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Mike Sick / Agent
Bio & ContactMike Sick / Agent
Mike has been in the insurance industry since 2010. Prior to working as an independent agent with Atlas, he was an agent with State Farm. Born and raised in Rochester, Mike and his wife Abby still live here along with their two daughters, Paisley and Emmersyn. In his spare time, Mike enjoys shooting pool, golfing, skiing (water and downhill), and fishing.
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Justin Powers / Agent
Bio & ContactJustin Powers / Agent
Justin grew up in Rochester, MN where he resides today. He attended Saint Mary’s University before getting his property, casualty, life and health insurance licenses. As a father of 3, Justin understands the importance and risks associated with protecting families and their assets and is dedicated to creating a customized insurance plan for you.
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Ian Vanbiesbrouck / Agent
Bio & ContactIan Vanbiesbrouck / Agent
Ian has been a licensed insurance agent Since 2014. He is dedicated to inspiring hope for the future, providing coverage & peace of mind for life’s daily risks, and encouraging financial security to all. He moved with his wife Kristin & son Elliot to the Rochester area in 2020, after living in West Michigan for seven years. Ian earned his Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Bethel University in 2011. Ian enjoys spending time with family, anything outdoors, & sports (hockey, baseball, golf).
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Therese Armstead / Operations Manager
Bio & ContactTherese Armstead / Operations Manager
Therese has been in the insurance industry for over twenty-five years. She graduated from the University of Illinois with a bachelor’s degree and from Winona State University with an MBA. She serves the community on the Board of the Lourdes Foundation and was a past Treasurer/Ambassador for the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce.
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Jenney Ritchie / Commercial Lines Manager
Bio & ContactJenney Ritchie / Commercial Lines Manager
Jenney has been a Minnesota licensed agent since 1999. Prior to joining Atlas Insurance Brokers, she worked as a customer service agent for over nine years. Jenney is originally from Phoenix, AZ.
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Emily Demers / Personal Lines Manager
Bio & ContactEmily Demers / Personal Lines Manager
Emily provides personal lines underwriting and placement support to Atlas agents. She earned her associates degree in Business Administration from RCTC. Emily lives in Lake City, MN and in her spare time enjoys spending time outdoors and reading.
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Mark Zoller / Marketing Manager
Bio & ContactMark Zoller / Marketing Manager
Mark has been a licensed agent since 2011. He earned his bachelors degree in finance from Minnesota State University, Mankato and his MBA from the University of North Dakota. Mark lives in Rochester and enjoys golf in his spare time.
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Kayla Sprout / Marketing Specialist
Bio & ContactKayla Sprout / Marketing Specialist
Kayla has been insurance licensed in Minnesota since 2016. After graduating from Lake City High School, she earned her associates degree from RCTC. Kayla now resides in Rochester and plans to continue her growth with the Atlas team. In her spare time, Kayla enjoys cooking, playing volleyball, and spending time with friends and family.
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Kurdi Taha / Account Executive
Bio & ContactKurdi Taha / Account Executive
Kurdi spent her childhood in Moorhead, MN and moved to Rochester in 2003. A graduate of John Marshall, she started her Account Executive role with Atlas Insurance in October 2016.
Kurdi has been licensed in property and casualty since May of 2017 and certified in Business Management since May of 2021. With her experience, she guides and advises clients on properly insuring their risks. Her goal is to provide outstanding service to all her clients.
In her free time, she enjoys activities with her family, reading, and practicing yoga.
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Jordyn Soehl / Account Executive
Bio & ContactJordyn Soehl / Account Executive
Jordyn works with Bill Nystrom’s customer service team and has been insurance licensed in Minnesota since 2019. She earned her associates degree from Southeast Tech in Winona. Jordyn enjoys boating, travelling, and spending time with family. Originally from Wabasha, Jordyn now lives in Pine Island.
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Nancy Winter / Account Executive
Bio & ContactNancy Winter / Account Executive
Nancy has been in customer service for over 20 years and insurance licensed since 2019. She grew up in Elgin and graduated from Elgin-Millville High School in 1999. Nancy now lives in Rochester with her husband and two amazing daughters. In her free time, she loves to spend time with family and friends and grow plants.
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Shannon Hunt / Account Executive
Bio & ContactShannon Hunt / Account Executive
Dani Schmalz / Account Executive
Bio & ContactDani Schmalz / Account Executive
Dani works with Bill Nystrom’s customer service team. She earned her bachelors degree from UW – Eau Claire in Management and Spanish and is originally from Eastern Wisconsin. Dani is a musician and enjoys traveling, making music, and spending time with her cat and fiancé.
Roger Brovold, CIC CPCU AU / Commercial Marketing Specialist
Bio & ContactRoger Brovold, CIC CPCU AU / Commercial Marketing Specialist
Roger’s career began with Auto-Owners Insurance Company in 1982, where he held various positions over 17 years. He moved on to West Bend Mutual Insurance, where he was a Senior Regional Sales Manager for over 20 years.
Roger earned a B.S. in Business Administration from Minnesota State University, Mankato. In addition, he’s earned several professional designations, including CPCU, CIC, and AU.
Roger and his wife reside in Woodbury, MN and are parents to three married children and grandparents to five wonderful grandchildren.
Bryant Morcomb / Accounting Specialist
Bio & ContactBryant Morcomb / Accounting Specialist
Bryant provides accounting and administrative support to Atlas agents and clients. He earned his bachelors degree in Accounting from Winona State University. Bryant lives with his wife in St. Charles.
Jessica Hamus / Accounting Specialist
Bio & ContactJessica Hamus / Accounting Specialist
Alexys Hawkins / Accounting Assistant
Bio & ContactAlexys Hawkins / Accounting Assistant
Allison Kettner / Receptionist
Bio & ContactAllison Kettner / Receptionist
Anika Erickson / Account Executive
Bio & ContactAnika Erickson / Account Executive
Payge Merkel / Account Executive
Bio & ContactPayge Merkel / Account Executive
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