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The Randy McMichael Story
Law firm managing partner knew when the time was right

I n the leadup to establishing Georgia-based real estate law firm McMichael & Gray, PC in 2006, managing partner Randy McMichael says a number of market conditions lined up just right, telling him, “Now is the time.” That decision paid off, as today McMichael and Gray employs roughly 300 people and serves more than 30 markets across six states.

Look at the top of the title insurance industry; think about today’s integral processes; imagine tomorrow’s breakthrough — that’s where you’ll find trendsetters.

This is where you’ll read their stories.

Trendsetters focuses on the passionate leaders and innovators who shape our industry. And like the Trendsetters themselves, we put our own spin on it. We hope you enjoy

Leadership and innovation are big, aspirational words, but leaders and innovators are all around — and we want to tell your stories. TTR Trendsetters is a new digital project from The Title Report where we put a spotlight on the title industry's innovators, unsung heroes, up-and-comers and veteran leaders.

In order to tell your story, we need to hear about it. Click below to provide us a glimpse into what makes you (or someone you know) a Trendsetter. If your nomination is chosen, The Title Report editor will be in touch to dive in further and write an in-depth profile on you or your colleague.

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A 60-year title industry winning streak

Learning from each and every job

With a little help from my friends (and family)

Going against the grain

Love of learning paves path to COO

Turning mom-and-pop into statewide power

Passion for puzzle-solving drives successful title career

Turning relationships into business success

Family honors title company's historic roots

North Carolina title agent wears many hats

Successful title company a family affair

Third generation title agent loves the industry

From learning the ropes to teaching them

Executive chef dived into title insurance with no regrets

From state senate chambers to the closing table

Lawyer turned entrepreneur loves challenges of title business

Determination, technology, and harnessing resources a recipe for success

The story of a recovering banker who became ‘King of Title’

A career spent creating technology solutions

How a small shop became a large network of title agencies in Florida

Spotting and seizing worthwhile opportunities

Newest NexTitle president has done it all

Attention to detail, work ethic turn into thriving career

Former real estate attorney becomes industry leader, innovator in South Texas

From the dairy farm to the settlement table

At home on a Bayou or a Canadian mountain, a variety of experiences led attorney to success

Enhancing the client experience one efficiency at a time

How a commitment to customer service, and a long-time friend, turned a settlement attorney into a data security pioneer

Love of history, tech turns into distinguished career

Chasing the independent dream with a loyal team and a new technology

Mining gold as others fled the field

A thankless journey through the world of auditing that inspired an experimental new business model

Facilitating thousands of American Dreams

How an aspiring TV broadcaster ended up changing the processes and mindset of a small Wisconsin title agency

An unexpected start to a title insurance career

Championing process improvement through technology

Creating something special with best practices and collaboration

Sports fan and brewer finds success and happiness in the title industry.

Providing professional service with a smile

An engineering student and missionary became a leader in the title industry, quite unexpectedly.

Teaching the Be-Attitudes

How learning a dead language can breathe new life into a traditional industry

Bringing legal expertise to the real estate transaction

Ignoring industry norms to forge new business, personal opportunities

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