ABOUT INSURANCE PROFESSIONALS
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Insurance Professionals is an independent insurance agency that was started in 2006 when Bruce Kniefel and JoEllen Schneider decided to join forces as individual health and group benefits insurance brokers.
As an independent insurance agency, we do not work for an insurance carrier. Instead, we work for you. Insurance Professionals shops the major carriers to find the best product and best price to protect your assets.
We are a team of specialists who can tailor insurance solutions to fit your personal and business needs. From the cradle to the grave, from your first car to your booming business, we are there for you. Price, product, and service will always be our top objectives for you.
As an independent insurance agency, we do not work for an insurance carrier. Instead, we work for you. Insurance Professionals shops the major carriers to find the best product and best price to protect your assets.
We are a team of specialists who can tailor insurance solutions to fit your personal and business needs. From the cradle to the grave, from your first car to your booming business, we are there for you. Price, product, and service will always be our top objectives for you.
Bruce Kniefel
bkniefel@insurancepros.org208-395-1132 Ext. 2
208-860-1344 (cell)
Bruce Kniefel was born in Caldwell, Idaho in 1958. He grew up in Payette and still has strong roots in that small-town community. He’s an enthusiastic supporter of the Boise Rescue Mission, 4-H and FFA Clubs.
Bruce married his sweetheart, Connie Harris, in 1980, and they have three awesome kids who are grown and thriving. His grand daughter is keeping Bruce busy these days and has him wrapped around her finger. Bruce enjoys taking clients, friends, and their families hunting and fishing.
Bruce began his professional insurance career in 1988 and he is a principal broker for Insurance Professionals/Kniefel Insurance Services. Bruce is involved in Idaho Estate Planning and the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. Life insurance, disability income insurance, and annuities are his specialties. Service and product options are his strengths.
“My recommendations are conservative and must fit your needs. Let’s talk about income tax free planning. I want to know what keeps you up at night!” - Bruce Kniefel
JoEllen Schneider
jschneider@insurancepros.org
208-395-1132 Ext 1
JoEllen is a benefit consultant and principal broker of Insurance Professionals, Inc. of Boise, ID. JoEllen specializes in employer medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefit plans – both employer paid & voluntary. She has developed and managed over 200 small employer benefit plans in the fully insured market. JoEllen acts as an extension of your HR team, providing compliance guidance for COBRA, FMLA, USERRA, HIPAA, E-Security, FSA’s, HSA’s and HRA’s, understanding that small employers don’t always have the time or resources to understand the complexities of compliance issues. JoEllen is a member of the National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors and Idaho Health Underwriter’s Association. She is a past president of Business Networking International, and is Past President of Treasure Valley Association of Health Underwriters. She has been a licensed health and life insurance broker in Idaho since 1994 and in 2007 added her property and casualty designations to her Idaho insurance license.
Originally from Minnesota, JoEllen holds a BA in Business Management from Augustana College where she played intercollegiate basketball. She is an avid gardener and enjoys cooking with the bounty from her garden. She enjoys exploring the great Idaho outdoors with her husband, Nick.
Lew Chumich
lchumich@insurancepros.org
208-395-1132 Ext 3
208-861-3019 (cell)
Lew is a successful agent/benefit consultant with broad experience working with small to midsize businesses. He helps his clients develop long-term innovative strategies and solutions, which helps them, get to where they want to be. Developing trust, strong relationships, and genuinely caring about his clients is important to Lew and he works hard to bring value to each relationship. Prior to entering the insurance industry, Lew was an assistant football coach on the collegiate level, with coaching stints at both University of Idaho and Boise State University. Lew and his wife Betsy have three grown children. He is also a graduate of San Diego State University.
Jenna Scott
jfadel@insurancepros.org
208-395-1132 Ext 7
Jenna Scott has been with Insurance Professionals since 2011 and specializes in Employee Benefits and Medicare. Her attention to detail and love for people will make your insurance experience exceptional and enjoyable. She knows how valuable your time is.
Jenna grew up in Weiser, Idaho. She is mother of two active boys, and she enjoys hunting, fishing, good food and running with her goldendoodle, Ruby.
“I want to set you up for success, and that starts with making an informed decision about your health coverage.”-Jenna Scott
Stephanie Hartruft
shartruft@insurancepros.org
208-395-1132 Ext. 5
208-424-3125 (fax)
Stephanie Hartruft is passionate about partnering with businesses to navigate the complex world of insurance with precision and expertise. Focusing on selecting customized benefits that align with your company culture and fit within your budget. You will not find her face on a billboard. Stephanie has built her business on a strong foundation that is referral based. She would love the opportunity to earn your business and exceed your expectations.
Stephanie has been actively serving on the board for the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals (NABIP Treasure Valley) since 2021 and have been honored with the Golden Eagle (2022) and Soaring Eagle (2023) award for qualifying for the Leading Producers Round Table. She am always looking for opportunities to grow personally and professionally, graduating from NABIP’s Leadership Academy 101 (2022) and 201 (2023).
When Stephanie is not in the office she enjoys experiencing the outdoors with her husband of over 20 years, her 3 children, and their 2 dogs. She is an avid sportsman and if given an opportunity, "I will chase fish from sunrise to sunset."
