I develop and implement successful strategies that allow organizations to manage legislative and regulatory challenges and achieve their business goals and objectives. I currently serve as the Executive Director of the Minnesota Insurance and Financial Services Council, an association of Minnesota's largest life insurance and financial services companies. I also independently represent leading Fortune 500 companies and non-profit organizations before the Minnesota State Legislature, regulatory agencies and the Governor's office.
Printable Version The 2025 Legislative Session was slow to get going, often messy and didn’t end on time. A looming estimated deficit of $6 billion in the out years only seemed to exacerbate the differences between the parties. Ultimately, the Legislature managed to...
Hi All! As previously reported, the Reinsurance Program, which has successfully stabilized the individual heath insurance market for years, is up for renewal this year at the Minnesota Legislature. While there is bipartisan support for the Program, there is...
In this April 2025 update, Big I Minnesota’s lobbyist Robyn Rowen is back with the latest from the Capitol—what’s moving, what’s dead (for now), and what could still come back to life.
Join BIG I Minnesota and lobbyist Robyn Rowen for a comprehensive update on the 2025 legislative session and its impact on the insurance industry. This in-depth video covers: ✅ Getting Down to Business – The latest legislative updates and power shifts ✅ Commerce Fraud...
Robyn Rowen, Big I Minnesota’s lobbyist, shares an in-depth analysis of Minnesota’s political landscape post-election. Gain insights into key outcomes, legislative priorities, and potential impacts on independent insurance agents and their clients. Robyn discusses the election results, legislative changes, and initiatives to address challenges such as property management, surplus lines, and building materials. Learn how Big I Minnesota advocates for its members and the insurance industry.
Join Robyn Rowen, your Big I Minnesota lobbyist, in this vital episode where we explore significant updates to the price gouging law. With Jake Olinger from Christensen Insurance Group returning to delve deeper, we discuss the law’s recent expansion to include tree...