Meet the team driving our Robertson Ryan Insurance vision forward. With expertise, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to excellence, our leadership ensures we continue to thrive and deliver exceptional value in the insurance industry.
Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Allan is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh with his degree focus in Organizational Administration. He has professional experience in marketing, human resources, financial services, construction and insurance.
Prior to joining Robertson Ryan he spent nine years in marketing and leadership roles with Jacksonville Florida based Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling, a leader in general contracting and insurance property restoration. Before joining Robertson Ryan he was the Director of Marketing with Paul Davis’ largest North American franchise.
At Robertson Ryan Allan serves on the senior leadership team and oversees various marketing and operational initiatives for a Top 100 US Insurance Agency. He is a licensed agent in the private client space with insureds in Florida, Wisconsin and beyond. While Wisconsin will always hold a special place in his heart, Allan now resides in the greater West Palm Beach Florida area with his family.
Chief Executive Officer
Christopher Illman joined Robertson Ryan & Associates in 2017 as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Most recently Chris served as CEO of OneTouchPoint, a leading marketing communications company headquartered in Hartland, WI. Chris managed all sales, operations, HR, finance and administration for the $150M company operating in five states where he helped double their size in five years.
Previous to this position, Chris was Managing Director of Sales for Gartner eMetrix. He was responsible for worldwide revenue and business development for direct sales, alliances and channels for a software startup venture of publicly held Gartner, Inc. focused on business performance measurement. Chris led the creation of the division’s core offering and built the company’s professional, customer focused and consistently high performing sales organization within Gartner. Prior to that, he spent 15 years at Xerox Corporation where he progressively rose through the ranks to become GM, Upper Midwest Operations for Xerox Business Services, responsible for sales, operations, finance and administration of a $200M and 250 employee business.
Chris earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. He resides in Delafield, WI with his wife Cathy and three daughters, Sydney, Madeline, and Sophie.
Chief Operating Officer
Dan graduated from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater with a Bachelor’s degree in Administration, Finance. He began his insurance career in 2005 as a Commercial Lines Underwriter at West Bend Mutual Insurance Company. In 2011 Dan became the Wisconsin Territory Manager with Liberty Mutual Insurance. In this role he managed agency relationships, appointed and cancelled agency contracts and was active in presentations for both renewals and service. As a believer in making a positive impact, Dan has continuously served on various committees to improve company efficiencies.
In 2014 Dan joined Robertson Ryan & Associates as the Insurance Placement Manger and was responsible for overseeing commercial insurance placement. Dan has always taken on new projects and roles and is eager to help lead positive change and measurable growth at Robertson Ryan. In January of 2019 Dan was promoted to VP of Operations and in July 2021 was once again promoted to Chief Operating Officer. He serves on the Executive Leadership Team and is responsible for carrier and agent relations, agency technology and overall firm operations and advancement.
Since 2011 Dan has been actively involved in serving and giving back to the independent agency network through the Independent Insurance Agents of Wisconsin (IIAW). He is on their Board of Directors and is Past Chair of the Emerging Leaders Committee.
Dan resides in Mukwonago, WI with his two children and is very active in their interests. He is a Cub Scout den leader for his son’s pack and coach for his daughter’s soccer team.
Certifications:
Associate in Underwriting (AU)
Associate in Insurance Services (AIS)
Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) – Coming Soon
Awards:
2016 – Emerging Leader of the Year, Independent Insurance Agents of Wisconsin
2019 – Agent of the Year, Independent Insurance Agents of Wisconsin
2020 – Hot 100, Insurance Business America
2021 – Global 100, Insurance Business America
Chief Financial Officer
Jami Long is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Robertson Ryan Insurance, joining the team in February 2025. With a robust background in corporate finance, accounting, and executive leadership, Jami brings a wealth of experience to her role. She has a proven track record in driving financial strategy, operational excellence, and supporting the growth of businesses across diverse industries.
Before joining Robertson Ryan, Jami served as CFO at WHR Global, where she played a key role in overseeing financial operations and strategic planning. She also held senior roles at Anchor Bancorp Wisconsin and Guaranty Bank in Milwaukee, further honing her expertise in financial management and leadership.
Jami was awarded the prestigious CFO of the Year honor by the Milwaukee Business Journal in 2019, an acknowledgment of her exceptional contributions to the financial industry. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), underlining her expertise and dedication to the highest professional standards.
As CFO, Jami oversees all financial functions, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, and human resources. Her leadership is instrumental in ensuring the company’s financial strategies are aligned with its growth goals and commitment to providing exceptional value to clients.
Jami resides in Merton, WI with her family and is excited to contribute to Robertson Ryan’s continued success. She is focused on strengthening the company’s financial strategy and supporting its long-term growth objectives.
Senior Vice President of Customer Service
Christine joined Robertson Ryan in 1995 following her experience at Wisconsin Mutual Insurance Company. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Platteville, she holds the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation. As a key member of the management team, Christine leads the personal, benefits, and commercial service teams. In January 2019, she was promoted from Vice President of Benefits & Personal Insurance to Senior Vice President of Service, where she plays an integral role in advancing the company’s strategic initiatives.
Outside of work, Christine is an avid traveler, always planning her next adventure. She enjoys hiking with her dog, discovering new restaurants, and, as a certified yoga instructor and fitness enthusiast, embracing an active lifestyle. Christine and her husband, Joe, reside in Mequon.
