Team

Tanner Emery, President

Tanner began his insurance career as a Financial Representative Intern for Northwestern Mutual. That is where he discovered his passion for insurance and helping families and business owners. He then moved on and became a Sales Representative for a local State Farm Agent. In 2017, he left State Farm and started Tonka Insurance Agency, Inc. Tanner loves to meet and sit down with families while also forming connections with the local community. He also enjoys networking and getting to know local business owners. When not working, you can find Tanner traveling, spending time with family and exploring the outdoors. Tanner currently resides in Plymouth with his wife Tiana, 2 kids (Eliana & Easton) and their two rescue dogs, Mikko and Minnie.

Alexis Nelson, Account Manager

Alexis began her insurance career at Allstate Insurance in 2016 where she found her passion of helping people and assisting clients with their insurance needs. In 2020, she joined the Tonka Insurance team where she looks forward to educating clients on their insurance and ensuring they get the best service! While not working, Alexis likes to spend time with her family and friends. When the snow is gone, Alexis and her husband like to go for rides on their motorcycle. Alexis currently lives Montrose with her husband, four kids, 2 dogs and 3 cats.

Callie Dahl, Account Manager

Callie began her insurance career at American Family Insurance in 2014 where she found her passion for helping clients in every aspect of their insurance needs. In 2021, she joined the Tonka Insurance team & is excited to continue to assist clients and provide the best customer service out there! While not working, Callie enjoys spending time with family and friends, birding and traveling. Callie currently resides in Waverly with her husband & large Mastiff pup, Sarge.

Taren Halling

Taren began his insurance career at Tonka insurance in 2023 where he found his passion to help families and business owners. Taren started off his career in banking right after graduating Orono High school. He was a banker for six years helping families and business owners strive to grant financial freedom and also lending needs before transitioning to Tonka Insurance. While not working, Taren enjoys spending time with family and friends, enjoying the lake in the summer. Taren Currently resides in Maple Plain with his little pup Lena.