SPRINGFIELD, Ill., July 1, 2025 – Joni Klemesrud, owner of Reiter Insurance LLC, was named Horace Mann’s Rookie of the Year for 2024. She also earned Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) membership for her outstanding life and financial services sales. MDRT is a global, independent association of the world's leading life insurance and financial services professionals from more than 700 companies in 80 nations and territories.
 
Klemesrud, who serves educators and school employees in Des Moines and the surrounding area, was honored by Horace Mann President and CEO Marita Zuraitis at the company’s annual Leadership Conference in London, England. 
 
"As a new agent, Joni has demonstrated exceptional dedication to serving educators with integrity, compassion and professionalism," said Zuraitis. "Her commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who shape our future is why we proudly recognize her as our Rookie of the Year."
 
Horace Mann’s annual awards recognize the company’s top agents for their outstanding service to the educational community both in and out of the classroom.
 
About Horace Mann
Horace Mann Educators Corporation is the largest multiline financial services company focused on helping America’s educators and others who serve the community achieve lifelong financial success. The company offers individual and group insurance and financial solutions tailored to the needs of the educator community. Founded by Educators for Educators^® in 1945, the company is headquartered in Springfield, Ill.