Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Insurance and Benefit Solutions
Since 1975, Riske Brown & Associates has established itself as a trusted partner in insurance and benefit planning. Our team brings decades of combined experience in health, life, and retirement solutions, serving individuals and businesses across Michigan. We prioritize personalized service, leveraging strategic planning and industry expertise to tailor coverage that meets unique client needs. Our commitment to education empowers clients to make informed decisions, while our partnerships with top insurers ensure access to comprehensive options. With a focus on integrity and innovation, we deliver peace of mind through customized insurance and financial planning solutions. 
Services
Medicare Advantage
Medicare Supplement
Prescription Drug Plans
Senior Wellness Programs
Group Insurance
Individual Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Annuities
Dental and Vision Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience in health and life insurance expertise.
- Our team provides personalized guidance tailored to individual client needs.
- We partner with 22+ top insurance carriers for comprehensive coverage options.
- Our consultants combine strategic planning with cutting-edge technology solutions.
- We serve all Michigan regions from Southeast to the Upper Peninsula.
Services
Medicare Advantage
Medicare Advantage plans combine Part A and B benefits with additional coverage like dental, vision, and prescription drugs. These plans offer comprehensive healthcare solutions through HMO, PPO, and HDHP options. Our experts help Michigan seniors select plans matching their specific medical needs and budget requirements.
Group Insurance
We provide fully-insured, level-funded, and self-funded health insurance solutions for businesses. Our services include plan design, cost analysis, compliance management, and employee education. With experience in both small and large group markets, we help employers attract talent while controlling healthcare costs through customized benefit strategies.
Life Insurance
Our life insurance offerings include term, whole, universal, and final expense policies. We help clients protect loved ones through income replacement, debt coverage, and estate planning solutions. With access to multiple carriers, we find policies that align with clients' financial goals and family needs across Michigan.
Disability Insurance
We offer short-term and long-term disability coverage to safeguard income during unexpected health issues. Our solutions include benefit planning, policy selection, and claims support. We help both individuals and employers implement protection strategies that maintain financial stability during work absences due to illness or injury.
Annuities
Our annuity products provide guaranteed income streams for retirement planning. We offer fixed, variable, indexed, immediate, and deferred options with tax-deferred growth benefits. Our specialists help clients integrate annuities into comprehensive retirement strategies while explaining features like market protection and liquidity options.
People
Barry Riske
Owner/Broker
With 45+ years in insurance, Barry founded Riske Brown & Associates in 1996 after starting his career with Michigan Insurance Bureau. He holds licenses with 22+ carriers including Aetna and Humana, specializing in Medicare and group insurance solutions.
Mike Pugh
Agent
Mike brings 13+ years as an independent insurance agent and 30+ years in sales experience. He specializes in Medicare plans, individual insurance, and group health solutions, focusing on simplifying complex insurance concepts for Michigan clients.
Frank Smith
Agent
With 40+ years in health insurance, Frank previously managed Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan's northern sales team. He specializes in group market solutions including self-funded and fully-insured plans across Michigan.
Brianna Peterman
Agent/Marketing Manager
Brianna combines insurance expertise with marketing skills from her BBB-accredited business background. She focuses on health/life insurance solutions while emphasizing clear communication and client education for Michigan residents.
Cindy Nolff
Administrator
Cindy manages office operations with 15+ years in insurance administration. Her expertise includes commissions, billing, COBRA, and client communications. She returned to Riske Brown after running her own business to lead administrative functions.
Questions
What Medicare plan options do you offer?
We provide comprehensive Medicare solutions including Advantage, Supplement (Medigap), Prescription Drug Plans (PDP), and dental/vision coverage to meet diverse senior healthcare needs.
Do you help businesses with group insurance?
Yes, we offer fully-insured, level-funded, and self-funded group health plans tailored to employer needs with cost-saving strategies and compliance support.
What life insurance types are available?
We offer term life, whole life, universal life, indexed universal life, and final expense insurance policies to suit different protection and investment goals.
Do you provide disability insurance?
Yes, we offer short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect income during illness or injury, with customizable benefit amounts and durations.
Are annuities available for retirement planning?
We provide fixed, variable, indexed, immediate, and deferred annuities to create stable income streams for retirement security.
Reviews (1)
Justin Conrad
Dec 20, 2021
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Riske Brown & Associates was explained everything to me so that I understood all the process perfectly what I was getting. They were very professional, articulate but patient and understanding and had my best interest in mind.
