Jason grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, but also has strong ties to western North Dakota where his family homesteaded. He is a husband and father of two, who entered the insurance industry as a commercial underwriter in 1997. He feels blessed to have “accidentally” fallen into the industry straight out of college. Throughout his time as an insurance professional, he has mainly worked in the excess and surplus areas and feels very fortunate to be able to work with so many outstanding agencies, carriers, and fellow employees. Jason received one of the greatest pieces of advice on his first day of work as a young professional from a senior underwriter. He was told “Kid - all you need to know is don’t ever burn a bridge, this industry is small, and you will work with most of these folks again in a different place!” and that has rang so true throughout his time in the industry. He feels thankful for all of the connections and relationships built with people from all over the midwest.