Next Generation Leaders of Michigan

You won’t know until you try!
Come check out the PAC shoot October 11th at the beautiful Huntsman Hunt Club

https://members.michagent.org/events/event-details/?id=ffc19d3d-bc6a-ef11-a4e6-6045bdb7e4aa&reload=timezone

How was the first week of school for all our future Next Gen Young Agents out there? Drop us a comment with a photo of your future 😊🎒📓✏️📚

We would like to take a moment to thank those of you that supported our charity golf outing!

And a special thank you to our sponsors: Burns & Wilcox, The Hanover Insurance Group, EMC Insurance, Honeycomb Insurance, Omega Computer Services, Pioneer State Mutual Insurance Company, Capital Premium Financing, Premco Financial, Big I Michigan, Beat the Pro, Cannon, Michigan Insurance Company, and Insuring MI Future

Here it is, the auction is now live for the Next Gens golf outing this Thursday! Check out all of the awesome things we have up by following the link or QR code to start the bidding wars 😁😁 https://www.32auctions.com/2024NextGenOuting?r=1&t=all

We are just over a week away from the Next Gen golf outing! Have you signed up your team yet? We look forward to seeing you all out on the course!

Our annual charity golf outing benefits the future of our industry! Register and/or sponsor today!

2024 NextGen Leaders Charity Golf Outing Join us August 15 at the Stone Bridge Golf Club in Ann Arbor for a great day of industry golfing, networking and fun! Proceeds benefit the MI Future Foundati...

It's Throwback Thursday!

13 years ago the Young Agents hosted an event at Comerica Park to watch the (eventual) division-winning Detroit Tigers and Cy Young winner Justin Verlander! Now how will our Tigers finish the season this year?

But more importantly, who can tell me who these two guys are? 😉

Don't forget to register for our golf outing on August 15!!

My name is Jake Rummel of the Emil Rummel Agency and I have been on the Big I Michigan NextGen Committee for two years. I started working in the insurance industry full-time as a third-party contents adjuster before joining the agency in 2021. At the office I work primarily in commercial lines writing new business and working larger renewals with our team. Outside of work I enjoy playing music and spending time with my family, which now includes our first, Thomas, born in April! While helping clients navigate insurance can be very rewarding, it does not beat coming home to our new family at the end of the day.

I am incredibly grateful to serve on the NextGen Committee as I have found it so essential that newer or younger agents create relationships in the industry. It makes the daunting challenges of everyday agency life much easier to resolve when you are familiar with the person on the phone. Alongside the other members of the committee, I hope to facilitate even more fulfilling opportunities for these agents so they can make connections and discover the industry’s superpower, its people!

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable summer! I hope to see you at our charity golf outing next month.

This is a great example of the positive impact NextGen Leaders make on the future of the industry.

AN Radio: Mentorship and Shaping the Next Generation Tune in to discover how seasoned agents are passing down invaluable knowledge and guidance and find out how the new wave of insurance agents are building fulfilling and impactful careers.

Our Next Gen Committee member Joanna Dresden recently gave an interview with her mentee Samantha Snider at Agency Nation Radio. They spoke about the merits of the mentor/mentee relationship, and what they learned from their valuable experiences. Take a listen to their short interview below!

AN Radio: Mentorship and Shaping the Next Generation Tune in to discover how seasoned agents are passing down invaluable knowledge and guidance and find out how the new wave of insurance agents are building fulfilling and impactful careers.

Happy Wednesday!

Just a friendly reminder that teams are filling up quickly for our upcoming Next Generation Leaders Charity Golf Outing.
The outing will take place at Stonebridge Golf Club in Ann Arbor on August 15th. This exclusive event is notoriously well attended by carriers and agents alike, so follow the link below to get signed up!

There are also sponsorship opportunities for the reception, beverage cart, hole sponsorships, cart sponsorships and many more!

Link to sign up: https://events.golfstatus.com/event/d820735a-45cf-4ed4-aeaf-cdea14079e21/details/registration-details?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2pY80dO19BFLByPqxoGTVEFgIgbS-2Nk_1093gi3XXLM0iM-OtqxkcCRs_aem_yNSTFPJgY_wQIV_dd0XaXA

Link for sponsorship opportunities: https://events.golfstatus.com/event/2024-big-i-michigan-next-generation-leaders-charity-golf-outing/sponsor/available-sponsorships

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Congratulations to Brian Drake of JM Wilson Corporation - our 2024 NextGen Ambassador of the Year. Brian was honored for his efforts in encouraging young agents to get involved with NextGen Leaders and the industry.

Also, a special thank you to Darren Bardell, Daniel Kunkel, Joanna Dresden and Alec Richmond, who are concluding their terms on the NextGen Leaders committee. You guys are amazing!

🏌️‍♂️⛳️ Calling All Insurance Companies and Agencies! Join Us for a Charity Golf Outing on August 15th! 🏌️‍♀️⛳️

📅 Save the Date: August 15th
📍 Where: Stonebridge Golf Course, Ann Arbor

Let's tee off for a cause! Join us for a Charity Golf Outing benefiting the MI Future Foundation and Next Gen Scholarships. Network, support education, and enjoy a day on the greens!

🎟️ RSVP: https://events.golfstatus.com/event/d820735a-45cf-4ed4-aeaf-cdea14079e21/details/registration-details
Don't miss this chance to make a difference and have a great time! See you on the course! 🌟

My name is Eric Wagaman, and I am an agency partner with Acrisure in Portage, Michigan. My career started as an intern with Acrisure during my junior year at Western Michigan University. During that initial internship and learning more about the industry, I realized very quickly that insurance would be a great full time fit for me because insurance is relationship driven and helps clients when life does not go as planned.
I am a proud husband, father, and dog dad. In my free time, you will find me spending time with my family, out on the golf course or playing a videogame to decompress after the day.
This is my second year as a part of the NextGen Leaders of Michigan. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the committee and meeting those of you who have attended the events. What piqued my interest about the YAC was the benefit of being surrounded by like-minded individuals from across the state who all share same passion of insurance. I enjoy working as a group to raise awareness with individuals entering the work force for the first time, discussing the value of joining an independent agency and teaming up to raise money for charities within our own communities.
If we have not met yet, I would love to meet you at one of our upcoming events!

https://www.michagent.org/events-education/upcoming-events/summer-conference

Do you have a new agent who may not feel comfortable within the insurance industry? Then Next Generation Leaders Conference at Boyne Mountain Resort June 5th & 6th is the perfect way to help them out. This is a tough industry to get acclimated in, and with the market where it currently sits, let us help you out! With a wealth of knowledge and experience, we would love to help show your new employees how great of an industry we are in. This will also show your employees you are willing to invest in their future with your company, which I personally feel goes a long way to their commitment level. The room block discount expires in 2 days, so make sure to sign up now for the lowest costs.
https://members.michagent.org/events/event-details/?id=09be4312-a5df-ee11-a73d-6045bdb3fc27

Happy Monday!!

Have you signed up for the 2024 NextGen Leaders Conference yet?
Room Block is expiring this Friday May 10th.

For the month of May we are going to be featuring different events that we will be having at conference, so stay tuned through out the month for details.

Leave a comment letting us know that you will be there and tag your friends to join us!!

Jared, I mean, Daniel, wants to remind you to sign up for the NextGen conference in June, and to bring a friend! Thanks for following along with me this month, and I'm looking forward to seeing you all at Boyne Mountain.
-Daniel

Beautiful weather for our 2024 NextGen CONNECT networking event! Thank you to everyone who came out. It was great to see you!

Hope to see you all at Conference in June!
Register today! https://www.michagent.org/events-education/upcoming-events/summer-conference

Don’t forget to sign up for our networking event!
Lansing Brewing Company, 3pm-6pm
FOOD PROVIDED

https://members.michagent.org/events/event-details/?id=2ff27e4b-a9e0-ee11-a73c-000d3a01c429

Story time! These are some recent interactions I’ve had that made me scratch my head… Some days I question my sanity, but I think you guys will understand.
What are the craziest interactions that you’ve had this year?
-Daniel

⛳ Drive Success with Your Support! ⛳
Calling All Agents and Company Partners! 📣

We're gearing up for The Next Generation Leaders Golf Outing and we need your help to make it a hole-in-one success! 🏌️‍♂️

🛍️ Swag Bag Donations: Help us fill our swag bags with your branded goodies, discounts, samples, or promotional items. Leave a lasting impression on our participants!

🎁 Auction Items: Showcase your generosity by donating goods or services to be auctioned off. From exclusive experiences to sought-after products, your contribution will drive excitement and support our cause!

💰 Auction Proceeds: All auction proceeds go directly to supporting the Michigan Future Foundation and NextGen Leaders, enabling us to offer scholarships and further students' education in the insurance industry.

📅 Event Date: August 15th, 2024 📍 Location: Stonebridge Golf Course, Ann Arbor

📧 Contact us at [email protected] to donate and get your brand recognized both on and off the green!

Thank you for being a champion for The Next Generation Leaders and supporting the future of the insurance industry! Together, let's tee up success and empower future leaders! 🤝