Michael Clayton | Modern Woodmen Financial Representative

Michael Clayton

Michael Clayton

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At work

At work

At work

Why I do what I do

Why I do what I do

I chose this career because it’s all about helping others. I help my members plan for a secure financial future.

I serve members in…

Grand Island, Kearney, Hastings and surrounding towns.

I can help you plan for life using a variety of tools, including…

life insurance and annuities.

I enjoy working with…

everyone! Whether you're a single, married, have kids, or are an empty-nester, I’d love to help you in any way I can!

I attended…

Central Community College-Columbus and Wayne State, where I earned a degree in marketing and international business.

Before Modern Woodmen, I…

worked at Menards for 14 years and drove a truck for about one year.

I chose Modern Woodmen because…

I believe in the organization's goals. It not only supports members to reach their financial goals, but it also helps support my community and allows me to give back.

The best part of my career is…

helping families protect themselves and their loved ones.

A favorite moment in my career was when…

helped a woman protect her nieces and nephews. Her brother was down on his luck, and she wanted to ensure the family would be OK if tragedy struck. It could mean so much for the family!

“Let me help you set yourself up to succeed! Financial security isn't just for the wealthy; it's for everyone. Insurance isn't an expense; it's an asset and a tool. Let's reach higher than we ever thought possible!”
At home

At home

At home

My life outside of work

My family includes…

my fiancée, Gabby, and our cats Bagheera, Gonzo and Miichi. I don't know how we ended up with them, but they're here now and loved.

In my free time, you can find me…

playing frisbee golf or games with friends or watching movies with Gabby.

I’m passionate about…

learning and helping people with financial literacy. Never stop growing as a person!

My greatest blessing is…

my fiancée. I thank my lucky stars she's in my life.

My personal motto is…

Pause, breathe, reset. Whether you’re frustrated, upset or angry, taking a moment to reflect and reset is usually all you need to get to a solution.

My hidden talent is…

beginner's luck! It's uncanny how often I do something well on the first try. But the second try is up to fate.

Community impact

In the community

In the community
Current insights

Current insights

Birthday Book Club | Modern Woodmen

Our Birthday Book Club program is one step toward building your home library! Each year, member children can receive a free, age-appropriate book for their birthday. Ask me how to sign up your child.

It's 30 days until Tax Day. Are you prepared? This is a great time to review what you’re saving in your IRA. Let’s meet to discuss your retirement goals.

Ready to declutter your finances? Here are five tips to spring clean your budget. 1. Conduct your own expense audit. Go through the last one to three months of expenses and locate potential wasteful spending. 2. Cancel or reduce subscriptions. Ask yourself if there are any you can downgrade. 3. Set spending caps. Set limits on a few categories – like eating out, shopping or coffee runs – to remain flexible. 4. Map out irregular expenses. Put money aside for things like car repairs, gifts, home maintenance and travel to prepare for the future. 5. Set one budget goal per month. Examples include reducing food delivery by $80, paying off a bill or building an emergency cushion.

Did you or your student apply for one of the 2026 Modern Woodmen scholarships? Winners will be notified in April. Best of luck and keep following your dreams!

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We can help you review your needs and plan for your financial future throughout life. (Learn more about Modern Woodmen's Planning for Life system and products.) Because Modern Woodmen is a fraternal financial services organization, we can also explore the benefits of being a member.

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