I had a 15-minute meeting with Steve Ballmer.
Well … not exactly.
I saw the former CEO of @microsoft, owner of the @laclippers and the 14th wealthiest person in the world, working out next to me at the gym.
Did we have a meeting scheduled? Not technically
Did I have a warm introduction? I did not.
I simply waited until he finished, walked over, introduced myself, and took my shot.
Worst case scenario? He tells me he’s busy and to go fly a kite.
Instead, he gave me 15 minutes.
We talked about my immigration to America, the business I’ve built with @OpulenceIG and the business I’m still trying to build. We talked about sports, entrepreneurship, and what it takes to keep growing.
As the conversation started flowing, I figured I had nothing to lose. So I shot another shot - the shot I wanted to shoot the whole time but I had to feel it out.
I shared my vision of working with the Clippers organization, helping insure the player contracts they commit hundreds of millions of dollars to through my insurance solutions.
Did I expect him to say “yes” right there? Of course not.
But that’s wasn’t the point.
The seed has been planted. 🪴
One thing I’ve learned in business is this:
Doors won’t open themselves. Sometimes you have to knock but most of the times … you have to break the door down.
You’ll hear “no” far less often than you think.
The opportunities that change your life usually start with one conversation.
#NBA #clippers #SteveBallmer #Growth #Shootyourshot
$3,000,000. Tax-Free.
This wasn’t a new contract. This wasn’t a signing bonus. This was a disability insurance payout.
My client tore his Achilles and as a result of the injury, did not receive the contract he was expected to sign. 💰 ❌
When my client got hurt, my job didn’t end. In many ways, it had just begun. I worked alongside him throughout the entire claims process, helping navigate the paperwork, coordinating with the carrier and ensuring every step was handled correctly.
The result: a 100% claim payout. 🙌🏻
You never want to see an athlete suffer a serious injury. But when it happens, the right coverage - combined with proper guidance throughout the claims process, can protect years of hard work and provide financial security when it’s needed most.
The contracts earned on the field and the marketing dollars generated off the field have become far too significant not to have the proper protection in place.
This is why we do what we do. Not for the policies we place, but for the promises we help keep.
@OpulenceIG #teamOpulence #NFL #Football #Insurance
Big night at the ESPYS last night. 💫
Congratulations to A’ja Wilson on winning ‘Best Athlete – Women’s Sports’, and to Deuce McBride, Mitchell Robinson, and the @nyknicks on taking home ‘Best Team’. 🏆👏 #ESPYS@OpulenceIG#teamOpulence#Insurance
Sources: The #Texans are trading veteran OT Cam Robinson to the #Browns.
Houston signed Robinson to a 1-year deal worth up to $14.5M. Reliable veteran with 101 career starts.
#Titans and safety Amani Hooker reach agreement on three-year, $48.6M contract extension with $29M in total guarantees, agent @jackbechta confirms to ESPN
Hooker is a long-time starter in Tennessee coming off a five-interception at age 27.
🚨 Success Story 🚨
A High profile NFL 🏈player couldn't reach an agreement to a new contract. This morning at 9am I was contacted to explore LOSS OF VALUE coverage so the player can continue to practice. 📝
Lloyd's of London was contacted and by 1pm EST (6pm in London) Millions of dollars were placed in coverage. Now my client can continue to practice and help his team, the agent can continue to negotiate an extension and client has peace of mind that a serious injury doesn't jeopardize his future. every one wins. 🫶🏻
Today is Saturday. All insurance companies are closed - You know who is not closed ... @OpulenceIG