“Dunford reluctantly spoke about the incident from the conference in Las Vegas, dismissing any notion that the act was heroic and offering an almost muted tone on the dangerous situation he put himself into while making the rescue.”
But yet somehow it ended up here on IJ since he is the CEO. I think it is admirable that he offered aid to this person, likely at risk of his own peril, but to then go have it published in his own media outlet seems to be a bit boisterous to me. When I help someone, I don’t go around publicizing the act.
The story was not something the CEO requested or encouraged. Employees who are proud to call him their boss insisted on telling the story and published it. Give him a break. If you knew the man, you would know he is anything but “boisterous” about his life or achievements. He is a good man. If you know of other stories of insurance professionals who have performed similar acts, let IJ know and we will publish those also.
I agree Andrew Simpson. I know a retired firefighter who has been first on scene many times, both while on the force and after retirement, and the only times he talks about the life-saving work he’s done is if asked. This isn’t a topic these heroes generally shout from the rooftops.
I can understand how in today’s world a story like this would trigger thoughts of a self-serving PR machine at work. But I know a little about Mitch. He saved my life when we were age 14 and ice fishing. I fell through the ice and sank to the bottom of a lake, next to a bridge he was on. After I surfaced it took him two or three tries to figure out how to reach me. Then and now he acts like it was no big deal– but, of course he wasn’t the one in the water. He showed a gift then for clear thinking under pressure and has only improved on it since. Since then I’ve seen him consistently choose the road less traveled, quietly making a difference in many lives. He’s an example of resiliency, having overcome adversities and setbacks. He’s an example of the power of education and the importance of using your education and success to help others. I applaud the IJ staff for having the guts to tell their readers just a little about the unassuming guy they work for, even though they knew it would make him uncomfortable.
My family and I knew the CEO and his family while he was still a police officer in San Diego. He is a genuine, kind hearted, strong, and humble man who REALLY believes in helping people and doing what is best for others. I would have expected nothing less from this man.
Once a first responder, always a first responder. It takes a certain type of individual to take these jobs and run towards incidents that your average person will run away from. God bless them for it.
Mitch is one of those rare people who you count on no matter what the situation. While I have met him several times, being a friend of his on Facebook has shown me he is a loving family man as well as a professional in his field. It certainly doesn’t surprise me he would do this. Great job Mitch!
You are a good man Mitch. You have touched the lives of many people in many different ways. While I can imagine the anxiety on your face at the idea of this story publishing, I can also appreciate the joy your employees have in knowing what type of leader they look to. Selfless acts of service change lives and more lives are touched the more people know. I appreciate your friendship.
“Dunford reluctantly spoke about the incident from the conference in Las Vegas, dismissing any notion that the act was heroic and offering an almost muted tone on the dangerous situation he put himself into while making the rescue.”
But yet somehow it ended up here on IJ since he is the CEO. I think it is admirable that he offered aid to this person, likely at risk of his own peril, but to then go have it published in his own media outlet seems to be a bit boisterous to me. When I help someone, I don’t go around publicizing the act.
The story was not something the CEO requested or encouraged. Employees who are proud to call him their boss insisted on telling the story and published it. Give him a break. If you knew the man, you would know he is anything but “boisterous” about his life or achievements. He is a good man. If you know of other stories of insurance professionals who have performed similar acts, let IJ know and we will publish those also.
I agree Andrew Simpson. I know a retired firefighter who has been first on scene many times, both while on the force and after retirement, and the only times he talks about the life-saving work he’s done is if asked. This isn’t a topic these heroes generally shout from the rooftops.
I can understand how in today’s world a story like this would trigger thoughts of a self-serving PR machine at work. But I know a little about Mitch. He saved my life when we were age 14 and ice fishing. I fell through the ice and sank to the bottom of a lake, next to a bridge he was on. After I surfaced it took him two or three tries to figure out how to reach me. Then and now he acts like it was no big deal– but, of course he wasn’t the one in the water. He showed a gift then for clear thinking under pressure and has only improved on it since. Since then I’ve seen him consistently choose the road less traveled, quietly making a difference in many lives. He’s an example of resiliency, having overcome adversities and setbacks. He’s an example of the power of education and the importance of using your education and success to help others. I applaud the IJ staff for having the guts to tell their readers just a little about the unassuming guy they work for, even though they knew it would make him uncomfortable.
My family and I knew the CEO and his family while he was still a police officer in San Diego. He is a genuine, kind hearted, strong, and humble man who REALLY believes in helping people and doing what is best for others. I would have expected nothing less from this man.
Once a first responder, always a first responder. It takes a certain type of individual to take these jobs and run towards incidents that your average person will run away from. God bless them for it.
Mitch is one of those rare people who you count on no matter what the situation. While I have met him several times, being a friend of his on Facebook has shown me he is a loving family man as well as a professional in his field. It certainly doesn’t surprise me he would do this. Great job Mitch!
You are a good man Mitch. You have touched the lives of many people in many different ways. While I can imagine the anxiety on your face at the idea of this story publishing, I can also appreciate the joy your employees have in knowing what type of leader they look to. Selfless acts of service change lives and more lives are touched the more people know. I appreciate your friendship.
It is refreshing to hear such a positive story. There are still good people all around us. God Bless him!