The Tatje Team
Natalie Natal Tatje
CEO / Agent – 39 Years of Service
Email: natalie@tatjeinsurance.com
In 1985, after graduating from Louisiana State University with a degree in marketing, Natalie began her insurance career with New York Life Insurance Company in New Orleans. She achieved recognition for outstanding sales and was promoted as the youngest sales manager in the company. Residing in La Place, she recognized a need to serve the community and opened her first La Place office in 1990.
In 2002, she formed Tatje Insurance and Financial Products expanding services to include Group Health, Life, Dental, and Long or Short-Term Disability. Since her expansion, she has worked with business owners on employee benefits as well as personal insurance and financial planning.
In 2004, she became licensed to sell property and casualty insurance which expanded the firm’s services to include auto, home, boat, and commercial property insurance. This expansion made Tatje Insurance and Financial Products a full-service insurance agency capable of handling all insurance needs for residents and business owners of the River Parishes and surrounding areas.
Natalie is credentialed to write insurance for numerous insurance companies, giving her the ability to compare various products and pricing options to provide customers with the product that will best meet their needs and budget.
Natalie’s community involvement has included American Heart Association, La Place Lions Club, Rotary Club of La Place, Relay for Life, and organizing various community fundraisers for cancer patients. In addition, she has volunteered numerous hours coaching bowling, baseball, softball, and boys’ soccer. She is the Past-Director of the Piranha Swim Team at Belle Terre Country Club for 20 years and Past-President of the Cabrini High School Alumnae Association.
Natalie was named “Alumnae of The Year” for Cabrini High School in 2010, received the “Small Business of The Year” award from the River Region Chamber of Commerce in 2012, and earned the “Citizen of the Year Award” from St. John United Way in 2015.
Natalie resides in LaPlace with her husband Kurt. Natalie enjoys spending time with her two children, their spouses and three grandchildren.
Kelsey Tatje Jumonville
CAO / Agent – 12 Years of Service
Email: kelsey@tatjeinsurance.com
Kelsey is a licensed life, health and accidental insurance agent. As a lifelong resident of La Place, Louisiana, Kelsey is passionate about bringing her knowledge of insurance to her hometown. Kelsey is a 2nd generation graduate of Cabrini High School in New Orleans, LA. After graduating from Cabrini, Kelsey went on to graduate from The University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a degree in General Business and a minor in Criminal Justice.
Following graduation in 2012, Kelsey began her career with Tatje Insurance and Financial Products. She brought with her, two years of customer service experience. Kelsey currently volunteers for the Piranha Swim Team as the Vice President of the Board and as a member of the Cabrini High School Alumnae Association.
Kelsey is a lifelong resident of St. John Parish with her husband Kenny and their two daughters.
Kurt A. Tatje
Office Manager – 17 Years of Service
Email: kurt@tatjeinsurance.com
Kurt joined Tatje Insurance and Financial Products in December 2007 after his wife Natalie was diagnosed with Cancer. He has remained a part of Tatje Insurance as the office manager where he oversees the day to day operations. Kurt also oversees the other family businesses. Kurt and his wife Natalie live in LaPlace and have two children and three grandchildren.
Linda Mitchell Hansley
P&C Account Manager / Agent – 8 Years of Service
Email: linda@tatjeinsurance.com
Linda Mitchell Hansley brings a wealth of experience to her role as a Property and Casualty Account Manager/Agent at Tatje Insurance, where she has been providing exceptional service since 2016. Her extensive background includes a notable 25-year tenure as the Lead Service Specialist at Liberty Mutual. As a licensed agent and a Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR), Linda’s expertise is a valuable asset to her clients. Based in Lutcher, Linda’s life is enriched by her family, including her husband Leonard, their three children, six grandchildren, and a great grandchild, all of whom add joy and inspiration to her work and daily life.
Joyce Gonzalez
Account Manager – 5 Years of Service
Email: joyce@tatjeinsurance.com
Joyce Gonzalez brings a wealth of experience to her role as an Account Manager at Tatje Insurance, where she has been a valuable team member since 2019. Her journey began in August 2019, following a 16-year tenure as an Executive Administrative Assistant. Joyce’s dedication to delivering prompt and efficient customer service for employee benefit clients is a testament to her commitment to excellence. As a lifelong resident of St. John Parish, Joyce’s deep roots in the community enrich her understanding of client needs. Living in LaPlace with her husband Rodney, their three children, and four grandchildren, Joyce’s family life is as full and rewarding as her professional career. Her extensive experience and personal touch make her an indispensable asset to both her clients and her company.
Audra Weyer
P&C Account Manager – 2 Years of Service
Email: Audra@tatjeinsurance.com
Audra Weyer brings a wealth of experience to her role as a P&C Account Manager at Tatje Insurance, having joined the team in January 2022. With a solid background in administration spanning 25 years, including a significant supervisory role at the Alabama Department of Pardons and Paroles, Audra’s expertise is a valuable asset. Her responsibilities include supporting Natalie and clients with a range of policies, from Home and Auto to Flood and Commercial. A resident of St. John Parish for over half a decade, Audra’s life outside of work is as full and vibrant as her career. She shares her home with her beloved dogs, Madeline and Nugget, and her passions include live music, literature, culinary exploration, kayaking, and embracing the great outdoors. Audra’s diverse interests and professional acumen make her an integral part of the Tatje Insurance team.
Erika Falgoust Miller
Customer Service Representative
Email: Service@tatjeinsurance.com
Erika Miller brings a wealth of experience to her role as a Customer Service Representative at Tatje Insurance. Her background in employment services, where she matched potential employees with local employers in the River Parishes, has honed her ability to understand and meet client needs effectively. At Tatje Insurance, Erika’s responsibilities include supporting clients comprehensively and providing assistance to her colleagues, Kelsey and Joyce. Her deep roots in St. John Parish have given her a unique perspective on the community she serves, further enhancing her customer service capabilities. Erika’s journey with Tatje Insurance, starting in January 2024, marks a continuation of her commitment to excellence in service and community engagement.