Mick Hunt

Forbes Business Council

As a member of the Forbes Business Council, I am part of an exclusive community of leading business professionals and entrepreneurs recognized for their expertise and success. This prestigious role allows me to:

•	Thought Leadership Contributions: Publish articles and provide expert insights on Forbes.com, sharing innovative ideas and strategies in business leadership, growth, and development.
•	Peer Collaboration: Engage with a network of accomplished business leaders to exchange knowledge, discuss industry trends, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
•	Strategic Influence: Offer actionable advice and pioneering solutions that drive business excellence and leadership effectiveness across diverse industries.
•	Professional Development: Access unique resources and events designed to enhance my leadership capabilities and expand my influence within the business community.
•	Community Engagement: Participate in forums and discussions that foster growth, learning, and mutual support among members, contributing to a vibrant ecosystem of business innovation.

Being a member of the Forbes Business Council highlights my dedication to continuous improvement, thought leadership, and driving success in the business world.

Member

Mick Unplugged

At Mick Unplugged, my mission is to inspire and empower. Leveraging my extensive experience in leading companies and training programs, I provide:

•	Keynote Speeches that Challenge and Motivate
•	Executive Coaching for Transformational Leadership
•	Workshops and Seminars on 'Knowing Your Because'
•	Engaging Content Creation: Blogs, Podcasts, Social Media

Achievements:
•	Successfully launched the Mick Unplugged brand, reaching a diverse audience of executives, sales leaders, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
•	Developed a series of motivational workshops and seminars attended by industry leaders.

Founder

Premier Strategy Box

Chief Executive Officer

Forbes Coaches Council

As a member of the Forbes Coaches Council, I join a select group of esteemed business coaches and thought leaders invited to contribute to one of the most prestigious coaching communities. My role involves sharing insights and strategies that empower executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals to reach their highest potential. Through this council, I provide:

Expert Commentary and Articles: Contributing thought leadership content on business strategy, leadership development, and personal growth to Forbes.com.

Community Engagement: Collaborating with other top-tier coaches to exchange best practices, offer mentorship, and support fellow members.

Innovative Solutions: Bringing cutting-edge coaching methodologies to the forefront, enhancing the effectiveness of leadership and business strategies.

Networking Opportunities: Leveraging an exclusive network of like-minded professionals to expand my reach and influence within the industry.

My involvement with the Forbes Coaches Council underscores my commitment to excellence in coaching and leadership, continually pushing the boundaries to inspire and lead others to unparalleled success.

Michael Hunt Jr LLC

•	Successfully increased efficiencies and lowered staffing by executing workflows from CRMs, databases, and agency management systems 
•	Provide organizational structure and leadership while directing the Commercial and Personal Lines Departments
•	Implement lead generation, digital platforms, and telemarketing efforts in order to expand book of business
•	Assist Agents with targeting accounts to generate high premium volumes including contractors, restaurants, lessors risks, agriculture, retail, and high-value personal lines
•	Train Agents on expanding geographical footprints without physical location while mentoring Office Managers on workflow, data analytics, and sales process improvements

Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina, Inc.

Director- Agency Prosperity

MacNeill Group, Inc.

P&C and E&S Licensed in 40 states
•	Directed operations, sales, and strategic development of Insurance Agency Sales and Service Contract Center, Insurance Carrier Service Center, Internal Retail Agency, and Workforce Management and Data Analytics
•	Managed more than $150M in written premiums and $30M in revenues while increasing profit margins from 4% at inheritance to 12% YTD by improving efficiencies and streamlining workflows and staffing 
•	Maintained a Customer Satisfaction rating of 97.8% from inception to date
•	Created the Workforce Management Department and the Data Analytics Department to emphasize data as a useful tool for both internal and external decision making
•	Obtained additional outsourcing opportunities from each client due to exceeding contract SLA/SLOs
•	Created, searched, and responded to RFIs and RFPs for potential internal vendors

Executive

Oakleaf Insurance Group

•	Opened the Oakleaf Insurance Group and achieved $3.2M in total REVENUE within 3 years of operation
•	Developed a book of business through Internet leads, data listings, networking, and referrals which was profitable within the first year of business 
•	Implemented detailed onboarding training courses, thus increasing profitability
•	Developed a Marketing Business Plan to maintain and encourage profitable growth as well as a successful company-wide standard operating procedure (SOP)

Agency Owner

Nationwide

•	Directed a staff of 45 people while overseeing a territory consisting of 9 office locations
•	Implemented detailed onboarding training courses as well as ongoing training for current staff and management
•	Developed a Marketing Business Plan to maintain and encourage profitable growth as well as a successful company-wide standard operating procedure (SOP), which is currently still in place

Sales Manager

Mick Hunt, a seasoned Chief Executive Officer renowned for his leadership at Premier Strategy Box and PADI, brings over two decades of invaluable experience in steering and expanding businesses across the insurance and consulting sectors. With an MBA in Executive Leadership, Mick has cultivated a reputation for expertise in fostering innovative sales cultures, nurturing transformative leadership skills, and empowering executives and entrepreneurs alike.

At the core of Mick's mission lies a profound belief in unleashing the potent force of 'because' – the driving factor igniting passion, catalyzing transformation, and unlocking unparalleled success.

Through Mick Unplugged, a platform dedicated to profound insights and inspiration, Mick generously shares pearls of wisdom drawn from his extensive journey and leadership experience. Offering strategies that have not only reshaped leadership landscapes but have also redefined the essence of personal development.

Beyond Mick Unplugged, Mick extends his influence through captivating keynote speeches, transformative workshops, and bespoke coaching programs. These endeavors aim to challenge norms, inspire ambitious aspirations, and redefine the very fabric of success.

Embark on an exhilarating expedition of self-discovery and professional growth with Mick, where the power of purpose propels individuals towards unprecedented levels of achievement. Delve into the depths of motivation and unlock the true potential of your 'because'.

Connect with Mick:
https://www.youtube.com/@MickUnplugged
https://twitter.com/MickUnplugged
https://www.instagram.com/mickunplugged/
https://medium.com/@MickUnplugged

Producer Systems

👇🏼BOR New Business In 9 Days Or Less👇🏼
✅ W/out getting policies or finding pain ✅ 

We are changing the commercial insurance sales process and creating a better environment for producers and clients.  Starting Producer Systems has allowed me to help producers and agencies raise their standard and take their game to the next level.  Here is how we are helping producers consistently win on BOR w/out finding pain.  

1️⃣ BOR Without Finding Pain: We’ve simplified the BOR strategy, helping producers consistently win on BOR regardless of the prospect situation or carrier. 

2️⃣ The Week BOR Accelerator:  The BOR Accelerator is crafted to resonate with every producer's unique journey, allowing them to quickly implement the BOR strategies, and igniting a transformation that extends beyond the program. 

3️⃣ BOR Strategic Coaching: Our coaching merges real-world insights with actionable strategies, ensuring a tangible boost in producers' BOR success rates.

4️⃣ One-on-One and Group Coaching: We provide personalized coaching to individual producers and agency producers' teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and peak performance.

5️⃣ Community Building: We’re nurturing a community of like-minded commercial insurance professionals, sharing ideas and strategies around how using the BOR can create more opportunities, guarantee revenue, and ultimately write more new business. 

Joining Producer Systems isn’t just about mastering BOR; it’s about joining a movement and community of driven insurance professionals focused on using the BOR to change the insurance industry while creating more opportunities, writing more new business, and guaranteeing revenue.  Together we are raising the standard in the insurance industry.  
	
		Let’s revolutionize the commercial insurance experience together! 

Skills: Training · Producers · Coaching · Insurance · Commercial Insurance

Avery Insurance

🚀 Elevating Commercial Insurance👇🏼

1️⃣ BOR Beginnings: Built and solely managed my book of business through a BOR model, which became the cornerstone of my commercial insurance brokerage approach.

2️⃣ In-House Risk Management Pioneer: Spearheaded the development and implementation of an in-house commercial insurance risk management program, amplifying our preventive measures against unforeseen contingencies.

3️⃣ Client Insurance Program Consultant: Took charge of managing clients' insurance programs meticulously, ensuring seamless coverage placement and negotiation of terms with insurance carriers.

4️⃣ Experience Mod Manager: Diligently tracked and monitored Experience Mods, negotiated reserves, and managed the Unit Stat Date, steering our clients towards favorable mods and workers comp premiums. 

5️⃣ Producer Coaching: Imparted training and shared BOR model insights with fellow producers in the office, fostering a culture of continuous learning and commercial insurance sales excellence.

6️⃣  High Net Worth Insurance Advisor: Extended my expertise to high net worth personal insurance, broadening the spectrum of insurance solutions offered.
- Produced primarily Commercial with some Personal and High Net Worth Business 
- Hired and Trained Producers
- Served as Director of Risk Management

Commercial Insurance Broker

Snapp & Associates Insurance Services, Inc.

🚀 Igniting My BOR Journey 

Here’s a snapshot of my hustle:

📚 BOR Exploration: The allure of BOR model beckoned, marking the onset of a career-long engagement with a model that resonated with my vision for Insurance excellence.

💡 BOR Application: Early applications of the BOR model, envisioning a career sculpted around it, aligning with the broader vision of Commercial Insurance acumen.

🚀 Career Model Planning: Crystalizing the vision - crafting a model centered around BOR, a step towards elevating the Commercial Insurance domain.


📞 Cold Calling Mastery: Delving into the realm of cold calls, honing my pitch, and opening doors to potential partnerships with every dial.

🤝 Client Engagements: Tailoring pitches in face-to-face interactions, embodying the essence of persuasive communication central to Commercial Insurance dealings.

This tenure, though brief, was the cornerstone of my journey with the BOR.   After building and losing a $4.8M premium pipeline in one quarter, all due to quoting/pricing.  I slowly built the vision I had for scaling a BOR System and creating a world where producers could build their entire book on BOR.  Helping them consistently win on BOR without having to quote.  This ultimately became the foundation for coaching producers on a BOR approach.  

Skills: Training · Producers · Coaching · Insurance · Commercial Insurance

Brown & Brown

My journey in the commercial insurance realm kicked off with an exciting tenure at Brown & Brown Insurance. Here’s a snapshot of my initial foray into the industry:

🎯 Getting Licensed: Stepped into the professional sphere by acquiring the necessary licensure. A key milestone that paved the way for my career in commercial insurance.

☎️ Cold Calling Hustle: Embraced the grind of cold calling, a quintessential skill that not only honed my communication finesse but also instilled a robust work ethic.

📘 Industry Acumen: Dove headfirst into learning the nitty-gritty of the commercial insurance sector, which fortified my foundation and fueled my passion for the domain.

✍️ Writing Business: Celebrated the thrill of writing my first accounts (one of which was on BOR), an experience that fostered a deeper understanding of client needs and market dynamics.

This short yet impactful stint was a springboard that propelled me into a fulfilling career, nurturing a lifelong dedication to mastering the commercial insurance arena and, eventually, envisioning a unique model centered around the BOR. Through relentless cold calling, self-education, and real-world practice, I could see the vision for becoming a seasoned Commercial Insurance Broker. This foundational phase ingrained a relentless pursuit of excellence and a commitment to nurturing meaningful client relationships, virtues that continue to drive my professional endeavors.

👇🏼Commercial Insurance Producers👇🏼
✔️ BOR new business in 9 days or less without getting policies or finding pain 
👇🏼 Find out More 👇🏼

We believe in raising the standard in the commercial insurance industry. Our process is designed to create a better producer and client experience.  The BOR is simply the tool we use to do that. 

After spending 11 and a half years building my book exclusively on BOR I decided it was time to bring this BOR Selling System to the rest of the commercial insurance industry.  It’s simply designed to help commercial insurance producers BOR new business in 9 days or less.  

My approach is simple yet impactful.  Move from the routine quote-driven approach to a strategic BOR model, focused on providing insight to how the insurance market works.  It allows for instant credibility and boosts your ability to create more opportunities while guaranteeing revenue.  

BOR Selling System:
The BOR Selling System is a game-changer 🔄, designed to revamp the conventional sales process. It empowers producers to BOR new business in 9 days or less without getting policies or finding pain. This innovative system unfolds through three crucial phases:

1️⃣ Position: Completely change the insurance experience for the prospect by starting to show them a new strategy to navigate the market and negotiate their renewals. 
Kickstart dialogues that soar beyond the mundane, guiding prospects along a fresh trajectory that underscores the immense benefits of a singular, savvy broker steering through the marketplace on their behalf.

2️⃣ Interview: A quick, 15-minute call to the potential fit and qualify the prospect. This phase either wraps up by pointing the prospect in the right direction or ascends to the BOR Pitch Meeting, without the long wait for policy documents.

3️⃣ Pitch: A custom-tailored BOR Pitch Meeting aimed at showing the prospect a revamped strategy to manage the market and negotiate renewals,  redefining the broker-client engagement paradigm, and ultimately asking for the BOR.

The BOR Accelerator is your path to a groundbreaking journey to overhaul your sales process allowing you to shorten the sales cycle, create more opportunities, and write more new business at a faster clip.  It's designed to completely change the value you bring and how you show up as a broker.  

🎯 Nick is well-versed in: Commercial Insurance, BOR Sales Strategy, Producer Sales Training, Personal Development, and Client-Centric Sales Strategies.

Let's connect 🤝 to see if or how the BOR can transform your sales process.

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