Security Insurance Agency Principals

We sincerely feel that nothing can replace experience in a complex industry. Furthermore, we strive to continually educate ourselves on changing regulation, products, and laws that pertain to our clients.

The reason that we make such a commitment is simple. It is for you, our clients. We feel that our agency is only as strong as the relationships that we build through providing advice, service and friendships.

The Security Insurance staff welcomes the opportunity to serve you.

Gary Petersen (Gar)
Gary graduated from Winona State College in 1967 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education. He taught and coached in Stewartville, MN for 5 years.

He entered the insurance business in 1972. He is very active in the community and truly enjoys the relationships he makes through the insurance business.

Larry Petersen
Larry graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1969 with a Bachelor's Degree in Aeronautical Engineering. He previously was employed by Boeing Aircraft company and Honeywell, Inc., respectively. After three years in the Army, he returned to Albert Lea and entered the insurance business in 1975.

Larry is an avid golfer and sports enthusiast and enjoys participating in various church and civic related activities.

Mike Petersen
Mike graduated from the University of St. Thomas in 1991 and has earned the Chartered Financial Consultant(ChFC) and Chartered Life Underwriter(CLU) designations for the American College. He is an accredited instructor for continuing legal education courses in Minnesota centered on insurance, long term care, and retirement planning.

Mike has been and continues to be actively involved in the Albert Lea community through various efforts such as coaching basketball, serving on the YMCA board, and Volunteering for the United Way. In his leisure time, he enjoys golfing, reading, and tennis. He resides in Albert Lea with his wife Amy, daughter Quinn, and son Calvin.

Andy Petersen
Upon completion of High School, Andy attended Texas Lutheran University. After 2.5 years he transferred to The University of Wisconsin- La Crosse where he received his Bachelor's Degree in Finance in the spring of 2000.

Andy joined Security Insurance in October of 2000. He has greatly enjoyed the challenges and opportunities the insurance business has offered. He looks forward to carrying on the proud traditions that have made Security Insurance successful over the years.