Our Team
American Heartland Insurance Agency's employees are highly-trained, experienced and dedicated to the success of our business.
Daniel Neville, AFIS
President
Dan has been in the insurance business for over 35 years. He is a member of the Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska (IIAN) and past president of the Platte Insurance Board. As President of American Heartland Insurance Agency, Dan specializes in agribusiness related risks, including our exclusive CAFO program. Dan and his wife Joyce have 7 children and 20 grandchildren.
Contact Dan at dan@ahia.com or (402) 276-2083
Ben Neville, AFIS
Account Executive
With over 15 years of experience in the CAFO insurance industry, Ben brings a wealth of risk management experience and industry knowledge to his clients. He has been instrumental in working with insurance companies to design and implement new coverage forms. Ben grew up in rural Nebraska so he is familiar with the agricultural industry and its insurance needs. He is an active member of IIAN, Platte Insurance Board, Ducks Unlimited, Eagles and Elks. An avid hunter and fisherman, Ben lives in Columbus with his wife Lisa and 5 children.
Contact Ben at ben@ahia.com or (402) 910-1392
Michelle Rinkol
Agent / CSR
Michelle has worked in the insurance industry for the last 15 years, her main duties are in the agribusiness area. Michelle is from the Midwest (Iowa, Kansas & Nebraska) and currently lives in Columbus with her husband Ken & three daughters (Ashlea, Tori & Crystal). Michelle is very active in her children's sporting events and with her church.
Contact Michelle at michelle@ahia.com or (402) 910-0232
Veronica Brandl
Agent / CSR
Veronica has worked in the insurance industry for the last 8 years and is fluent in English and Spanish. She specializes in personal and commercial insurance and is licensed in life and health.
She is an active board member of Rock of Power Church. Veronica lives in Columbus with her husband, Jason, and 2 children, Kaitlyn and Seth.
Contact Veronica at veronica@ahia.com or (402) 276-1656
Bob Hoppe, CPCU, AFIS
Account Executive
Bob is a member of the Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska. Served as President from 2002-2003, and is past president of the Platte Insurance Board. Bob specializes in insuring hog confinement facilities and other agribusiness risks. He is an active member of IIAN, Ducks Unlimited, and Schuyler NE Chamber of Commerce. Bob and his wife have 2 children and 5 grandchildren.
Contact Bob at bob@ahia.com or (402) 649-3982
Dolan Larsen
Account Executive
Dolan is a lifetime resident of Columbus. He has been married to his wife, Bonnie, for 39 years. They have 3 children and 3 grandchildren . His hobbies include spending time with his family and golfing. He is a member of St. Isidore’s Church and currently serves on the parish council. Dolan is well-versed in personal, commercial, farm and crop insurance lines of business. Dolan promises to provide all new and existing customers with unmatched service.
Contact Dolan at dolan@ahia.com or (402) 910-0889
Tim Koch
Account Executive
Tim is a lifetime resident of Platte County and a former pork producer and farmer with 16 years of experience in the insurance industry. He specializes in personal, commercial and farm insurance, but is also licensed in life and health. Tim is a member of the Shell Creek St. John’s Lutheran Church. He and his wife, Nancy, have 3 children and 4 grandchildren.
Contact Tim at tim@ahia.com or (402) 910-2044
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