Barry Richter

Barry joined Hausmann Group in 2010 and was appointed President in 2014. Under his leadership, the agency has earned numerous accolades, including being named among the 50 Best Workplaces for Giving Back (2016) and Best Small Workplaces (2016-2020) by Fortune and Top 100 Property/Casualty Agencies (2023-2024) by Insurance Journal. Additionally, Hausmann Group was recognized as an Executive Choice Winner and Business of the Year by In Business Madison. Barry is committed to integrating emotional intelligence as a fundamental principle at Hausmann Group. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Business, Barry holds a BBA in Marketing. During his university years, he played hockey for the Badgers, represented Team USA in the 1994 Olympic Games, and followed that with a distinguished 15-year career in professional hockey. Barry is actively involved in his community, having served on several boards, including the American Family Children’s Hospital, the Benefit Advisors Network, and Easter Seals. He currently volunteers as a youth hockey coach across Wisconsin. In his free time, Barry enjoys fishing, golfing, and family trips up north. He and his wife, Kim, have four children and reside in Verona, WI.

Blog Post by Barry Richter

Barry Richter
August 28, 2025 1 min read

Hausmann Group is a 2025 Best Practices Agency!

We’re incredibly honored to be recognized as one of Wisconsin’s 2025 Best Practices ...

Barry Richter
July 18, 2025 1 min read

Hausmann Group Expands Milwaukee Presence with New Office

I’m proud to share that as of July 18th, 2025, Hausmann Group has officially relocated ...

Barry Richter
June 13, 2025 1 min read

Hausmann Group's Milwaukee Office is Moving

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you! In mid-July, our Milwaukee office ...

Barry Richter
January 24, 2025 1 min read

Hausmann Group Announces Six New Shareholders

Hausmann Group is pleased to announce the addition of six new shareholders in 2025.

Barry Richter
January 9, 2025 2 min read

Kate Current Promoted to Vice President of Client Strategy, Employee Benefits

Hausmann Group is delighted to announce the promotion of Kate Current to the position of ...

Barry Richter
February 12, 2024 2 min read

Erik Hausmann Promoted to Vice President

It is with immense pride and excitement that we announce the promotion of Erik Hausmann ...

Barry Richter
November 18, 2022 2 min read

In Memory of Jeff Hausmann

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Jeff Hausmann’s passing on November ...

Barry Richter
May 24, 2022 1 min read

Laura Bermudo Joins Hausmann Group

We are pleased to announce that Laura Bermudo has joined the Hausmann Group team as a ...

Barry Richter
April 28, 2022 1 min read

Elise Zielicke Joins Hausmann Group

We are pleased to announce Elise Zielicke has joined our growing benefits team as an ...

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