Our History of Serving Clients
History of Gundrum Insurance & Investments
Jerry Gundrum grew up in Slinger and graduated from Slinger High School in 1939. After working at Gundrum's Market, he entered the Army during World War II. He attended infantry officers' school and graduated as a second lieutenant in May 1943. He served in Africa and Italy with the 85th Infantry Division. While serving in Italy, Jerry was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Combat Infantry Badge and received a battlefield promotion. After his discharge from the service, Jerry was employed for 7 years as a bookkeeper at Zwald's Mill in Slinger.
Founding the Agency and Early Expansion
In 1953, noticing a lack in the market, Jerry started the Jerry Gundrum Agency, selling life and health insurance. In 1956, Jerry expanded his repertoire by purchasing the John Kippenhan Casualty Agency and started selling property and casualty insurance. In 1959, Jerry purchased part of the L. J. Bull Insurance Agency, and eight years later, he purchased the remainder of that agency.
Next Generation and Transition of Ownership
Jerry's son, John Gundrum, joined the agency in 1973, and the name was changed to the Gundrum Insurance Agency. After working 3+ years for a Big Eight CPA firm, the other son, Larry Gundrum, followed in the business in 1978. In 1981, Jerry sold the business to his sons.
Introduction of Investment Services
In 1997, John's and Larry's brother Rick Gundrum, Investment Consultant, joined the business after spending several years at B C Ziegler. Rick handles the investment side of the business, selling stocks, bonds, mutual funds, IRAs, retirement funds, and life insurance. When Rick joined, the name of the business was changed to Gundrum Insurance & Investments.
Modern Day Operations and Community Commitment
Nowadays, Gundrum Insurance & Investments is still going strong and is committed to helping its community grow as it's been doing for over 70 years. With the 3rd generation of owners continuing the family business, Brad Schultz*, P&C Insurance, with his business partner Rick Gundrum, along with their highly skilled co-workers, are ready to help you in any way they can!
To read more about our wonderful team, please click down below to visit our About Us section!
*Brad Schultz is not affiliated or registered with Cetera Advisors LLC. Any information provided by Brad Schultz is in no way related to Cetera Advisors LLC or its registered representatives.