Great Lakes Independent Insurance Agency
36 West Flint Street
Lake Orion, Michigan 48362
Phone: 248-393-2400
Fax: 248-693-5155
Meet Our Staff
36 West Flint Street, Lake Orion, Michigan 48362
Phone: 248-393-2400 | Fax: 248-693-5155
Our Agents
Sandie Vermilya
Agent
Direct Line: 248-393-1241
After 11 years in law enforcement, Sandie decided to use her love of people to begin a new career as an independent insurance agent. She has been selling insurance for 8 years and really enjoys getting to know her clients to make sure they have the right coverage for their unique situation.
Sandie and her husband, Steve, have 5 boys between them. Steve retired from law enforcement after 30 years on the job. One son is in the Navy & another is in the Marine Corp. Sandie enjoys leathercrafting, sewing and spending time on the lake in her free time.
Sandie supports 2 charities, Tunnels to Towers Foundation which helps the families of fallen first responders and Metro Detroit Police and Fire Pipes and Drums. Detroit Pipes & Drums is a local nonprofit group founded in 2002 that honors law enforcement and firefighters lost in the line of duty. https://metrodetroitpolicefirepipesdrums.org/
Danielle Morrison
Agent
Direct Line: 248-393-1386
Danielle has nearly 20 years of experience in the insurance industry with 4 years of life insurance experience. She enjoys working with clients to help them understand the complexity of insurance. Danielle takes a personal approach to every aspect of her business-from assessing client needs to shopping the marketplace. She feels if she can help you understand your insurance needs and work toward securing your financial assets in the event of a loss, then she has done a good job.
A widowed mother of two, Danielle enjoys playing chauffeur to her children in their various activities, gardening and her adorable dog, Nala. She is a graduate of Our Lady of the Lakes in Waterford and still lives in the area. Danielle gives back to her local community by donating to Good Fellows.
Lonnie Allen
Agent
Direct Line: 248-393-1256
Lonnie has been an insurance agent for 20 years. He started his career as a captive agent but now as an independent agent he has the unique opportunity to find a company that fits each individual client. By educating his clients on all the options available, he gives them the power to compare and the freedom to choose.
Lonnie enjoys fishing and hunting with his daughters. The girls are avid athletes, playing softball, volleyball and competitive swim and Lonnie is their biggest fan. He & his wife, Jessica, have been married 20 years. As a family, they support Donors Choose, a non-profit that empowers public school teachers from across the country to request much-needed materials for their students. www.donorschoose.org
Daniel Shubeck
Agent
Direct Line: 248-333-1211
As an independent insurance agent with 10 years in the insurance industry, Dan is not tied to any insurance company and can advocate for his client’s best interest. He is a champion at building a comprehensive insurance program that puts his clients in the ideal position with the best value. Understanding the insurance market, Dan has access to over 20 insurance companies and specialty programs to help build the most complete and competitive insurance package for businesses and individuals.
Dan’s hobbies include home renovation/repair, hockey and golf. He is an exceptional handyman as evidenced by several completed projects at the office from flooring to custom tailgate benches and picnic tables. He spends his free time with his 3 children, Madeline, Thomas & Paul. He says they are very active and keep him young. Dan supports The Wounded Warriors, March of Dimes and The Salvation Army.
Rick Menary
Agent
Direct Line: 248-333-1215
Rick is an Eastern Michigan University graduate with a degree in Business. With over fifteen years of experience in insurance, Rick has helped countless clients find policies that fit their lifestyles and give them peace of mind. Rick believes all policyholders should be aware of their risk exposures. It is his goal to help his clients understand what insurance policies make sense for them so he can provide them with proper coverage.
Rick enjoys spending time with his two beautiful children. At 10 and 8, they really keep him busy. In his free time, you can find him golfing or fishing.
The charity that is close to Rick’s heart is the Children’s Hospital. https://www.childrensdmc.org/
Jennifer Arnason
Agent
Direct Line: 248-333-1212
After working as a manager in a retail setting, Jennifer changed careers to become a licensed independent insurance agent. She chose insurance because she is passionate about helping people in the community. She believes it is her responsibility to guide each client through their questions and provide the products and knowledge that can serve them best.
Jennifer has 3 daughters and 3 grandchildren. She is also a fur baby mom. She has recently discovered a wanderlust and has been checking places off her bucket list. Jennifer supports All About Animals which is a local non-profit. https://allaboutanimalsrescue.org/how-to-help/leave-a-lasting-gift
Jim Hutton
Agent
Direct Line: 248-393-1296
Jim has been a licensed insurance agent for 21 years. He enjoys building new relationships with clients and always makes sure to provide them with the best possible coverage and premium to suit their specific needs. It is Jim’s goal to work closely with his clients and really get to know each unique situation so he can provide the best insurance coverage.
Jim has been married for 17 years and has 2 daughters, ages 14 and 11. Jim spends his free time going to his daughter’s dance competitions and volleyball tournaments. When he isn’t with his family, he enjoys golfing and biking. Jim supports the O’Neil Strong Foundation, whose mission is to partner with nonprofits to improve the quality of life for families and communities.
Greg McGinty
Agent
Direct Line: 248-480-9102
Greg McGinty has been providing auto, home, life, and health insurance expertise for the last 9 years. He states that he loves his job because it gives him the ability to make sure his clients have the proper insurance for their needs. He prides himself on being very thorough when he writes insurance policies. He enjoys informing people about different insurance plans that are available and finding the right combination to suit his clients. It has been a treat working for an independent insurance agency because of the multitude of companies to choose from.
When he is not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife of 3 years. They have two golden doodles that they love taking up to their cabin. Greg also enjoys golfing and trying to beat his bowling score of 279. One day he is sure he will get a 300.
Greg and his wife support the Michigan Outdoors & The Nature Conservatory. https://preserve.nature.org/
