Meet Our Team
Real People. Real Expertise. Real Support.
At Pro Insurance Group, our team combines decades of industry experience with a client‑first approach rooted in integrity, clarity, and personalized service. Meet the advisors who work every day to protect the businesses, families, and communities we serve.
Chris Bakes
President and Founder
With more than 20 years of executive experience in Sales, Operations, and Business Development, Chris brings an entrepreneurial approach to helping clients protect their businesses and families. He has a proven track record of scaling organizations, driving strategic growth, and building long‑term, trust‑based relationships.
Chris has led high‑performing teams, managed multimillion‑dollar business units, and overseen major initiatives including market expansions, acquisitions, and new service launches. His career includes transforming organizations into industry leaders and guiding teams through complex operational and strategic challenges.
At Pro Insurance Group, Chris applies this same leadership mindset to deliver thoughtful, forward‑looking insurance guidance—ensuring every client receives clear direction, tailored solutions, and exceptional value.
Neal Fusco
Vice President of Commercial Lines
With more than 25 years of experience across both the carrier and agency sides of the insurance industry, Neal brings a deep and well‑rounded expertise to every client relationship. He specializes in workers’ compensation, with a strong emphasis on medical management, injury‑related cost containment, and strategies that help employers protect their workforce while controlling expenses.
Neal also has extensive experience placing coverage for homeowners associations, the trucking industry, and assisted living facilities—giving him a broad understanding of niche and complex risk environments. His approach is grounded in practical insight, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Outside of his professional work, Neal is deeply connected to his community. He has spent years coaching youth football in Huntley, Illinois, and is a dedicated husband and proud father of two.
Dave Rysavy
Vice President of Personal Lines
With more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, Dave brings a steady, client‑focused approach to helping individuals and families protect their most important assets. Before joining Pro Insurance Group, he successfully owned and operated his own insurance agency, giving him a deep understanding of both the technical and relational sides of the business.
Dave is known for his straightforward guidance and commitment to building customized insurance programs that fit each client’s unique needs. He believes clarity and trust are the foundation of great service, and he takes pride in ensuring every client leaves with a plan that feels complete, clear, and worry‑free. His long record of referral‑based business is a testament to the relationships he’s built and the integrity he brings to every interaction.
Outside of work, Dave is actively involved in the Huntley community. He has devoted countless hours to volunteering with Huntley Youth Sports—coaching football, girls softball, and supporting a wide range of programs. He’s also a proud father of three: two daughters and a son.
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