There’s nothing like a milestone to get you thinking about what matters—and about time, which seems to jet by at an ever-increasing pace. I’ve been noticing more and more how many ways we all have to fill time with things that don’t really matter—and how much better it feels when I can make my moments matter, whether that’s by spending quality time with my family, working alongside the talented associates at MJ, or laughing over lunch with friends. 

Here at the start of this new year, I’m acutely aware of all the ways the MJ team has worked with clients, partners, and communities to make so many moments matter. We marked a few momentous milestones this year and found inspiration that I know will carry through in the years to come. It’s exciting to think about what lies ahead and imagine the milestones I might be writing about at this time next year.  

As for 2024, it was one in which we celebrated our 60th anniversary. Six decades since MJ Insurance opened its doors as a 2 person start-up in Anderson, Indiana! Today, nearly 250 MJ associates serve clients all over the United States and in 54 countries.  

That’s some exciting growth, and we have big plans for more. I’m glad to report that 2024 saw us launch our pharmacy practice, expand and enhance our service offerings, and grow our team to devote greater focus on each industry we serve.  

And to ensure that who we are as a brand aligns with who we are and where we’re going together, we took a big step forward by rebranding to The MJ Companies. Our new identity recognizes the breadth of our expertise and the diverse services we provide clients to help them thrive.  

I think the highlight of the year was the Momentum Summit, our first (and certainly not last) two-day, company-wide retreat. I’ve heard great things from our team about what it meant to have that chance to connect, collaborate, and reinforce our collective purpose and values. The energy was inspiring, and our time together strengthened our commitment to each other and to our goals as The MJ Companies.  

As I’m thinking about what makes any of those moments meaningful, it’s of course the people involved. What a treasure it is to work with such dedicated, passionate, and insightful people—right here on the MJ team and in the clients and communities we support.  

My warmest thanks to all of you for your dedication to The MJ Companies and its mission. Here’s to another 60 years of meaningful moments!