Our Story
An Independent Agency Built on Trust
Wheatland Insurance Group was founded on a simple belief: every person, family, and business deserves honest guidance and coverage that truly fits their needs.
Who We Are
Wheatland Insurance Group is an independent insurance agency serving individuals, families, and businesses in our community. We were built on the conviction that insurance should be straightforward — not confusing, not one-size-fits-all, and never driven by a single company's interests.
As an independent agency, we represent dozens of top-rated carriers. That means we work for you, not for an insurance company. We compare options, explain your choices in plain language, and make sure you walk away with coverage that actually fits your life.
Our Mission
We exist to simplify insurance — to cut through the confusion, advocate for our clients, and deliver peace of mind. As an independent agency, we answer to you, not to any single insurance company.
Integrity
We give you straightforward advice, even when it's not the easiest answer. Your trust is our most valuable asset.
Advocacy
When you have a claim, we go to bat for you. We're your representative, not the insurance company's.
Expertise
Our licensed agents stay current on coverage options, carriers, and industry changes so you don't have to.
Community
We live and work in this community. We understand local risks and are invested in the well-being of our neighbors.
Meet Our Team
The people behind Wheatland Insurance Group bring decades of combined experience and a genuine commitment to every client they serve.
Dave Daneliak
Principal
Dave Daneliak
Dave Daneliak founded an insurance agency with a large national carrier from scratch and grew it into one of the company's largest and most successful agencies in Illinois. Along the way, he discovered what drives him most: connecting with people, educating clients, and helping them protect what matters. That passion led him to establish Wheatland Insurance Group, where he can offer clients something a captive agency never can— true choice across dozens of top-rated carriers.
Dave takes pride in doing the homework so his clients don't have to. He asks the right questions, explains coverage in plain language, and builds protection programs that hold up when it matters most. Outside the office, Dave has been married to his wife Sue for 31 years. They have two adult children, Sarah and Kevin, and live in Naperville with their yellow Labrador, Libby.
Diane Harke
Principal
Diane Harke
Diane Harke brings a client-first philosophy and more than 35 years of agency ownership and management to her role as principal at Wheatland Insurance Group. A proud Downers Grove resident, she has built her career on a personalized approach — taking the time to understand each client's situation, making sure no coverage gap goes unnoticed, and explaining complex policy language in plain terms. Her background spans personal lines, commercial coverage, and agency operations, and she is known for being available when clients need her most, especially at claim time.
Outside the office, Diane has volunteered at the West Suburban Humane Society since 1999 and is passionate about giving back to her community. When she's not helping clients, you'll find her gardening, on the golf course, traveling, or scuba diving. She and her husband Bob share their Downers Grove home with their two adorable cats, Elliott and Claire and their 63 year-old turtle named Happy.
Sue Daneliak
Health Insurance & Medicare Advisor
Sue Daneliak
Sue Daneliak specializes in health insurance and Medicare — two of the most confusing and consequential coverage decisions a person can face. With years of focused experience in this space, Sue has guided hundreds of clients through the maze of plan options, enrollment windows, and coverage rules to find solutions that fit their health needs and their budgets.
Whether you're approaching Medicare eligibility for the first time, comparing Supplement and Advantage plans, or looking for individual and family health coverage, Sue brings patience, expertise, and a genuine desire to help. She stays current on annual plan changes and regulatory updates so her clients always have the most accurate guidance available. Outside the office, Sue has been married to her husband Dave for 31 years. They have two adult children, Sarah and Kevin. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, Pilates, and walking her sassy yellow Lab, Libby.
Our Team's Commitment to You
Our licensed agents bring deep expertise across every line of coverage we offer.
Licensed & Certified Professionals
Every agent on our team holds the required state licenses and pursues ongoing education to stay current with industry changes and carrier offerings.
Personalized Attention
You're not a policy number here. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options clearly, and follow up to make sure you're always properly covered.
Claims Support When It Matters
Filing a claim can be stressful. We walk alongside you through the process — communicating with the carrier, tracking your claim, and advocating for a fair outcome.
Annual Coverage Reviews
Your life changes, and your coverage should too. We proactively reach out each year to review your policies and make sure nothing has been left unprotected.
The Independent Advantage
Unlike captive agents who represent only one company, we work with dozens of top-rated carriers.
More Choices
We shop multiple carriers to find the best combination of coverage, price, and service for your specific situation.
Your Loyalty, Not Theirs
Our loyalty is to you. We'll recommend switching carriers if it means better coverage or savings for you.
One-Stop Convenience
Bundle your auto, home, life, and business coverage with one trusted advisor who knows your complete picture.
Ready to Work With an Agency That Works for You?
Contact us today for a no-obligation review of your current coverage.