2020 Voters GUide

Insurance Commissioner

An Introduction | The Office of the Insurance Commissioner regulates insurance companies doing business in Washington, licenses agents and brokers, reviews policies and rates, examines the operations and finances of insurers, and handles inquiries and complaints from the public.

Mike Kreidler

Mike Kreidler

Prefers Democratic Party

Kreidler has served as Insurance Commissioner since 2001. He has also served as a school board member, State Representative, State Senator, and U.S. Congressman. He worked as a Doctor of Optometry for 20 years. He has a Doctor of Optometry degree from Pacific University and a Master’s degree in public health from UCLA.

Chirayu Avinash Patel

Chirayu Avinash Patel

Prefers Republican Party

Fully Licensed Insurance Agent with Property, Casualty, Life & Disability Insurance Licenses. Has been involved in the industry for 21 years.

Patel does not have a campaign website