Michael Carolan

Michael joined Hanover in 2026 as an Associate Partner for our Insurance Practice. He has over eight years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, having developed deep expertise in connecting top talent with leading organizations nationwide across the Insurance, Accounting, and Legal industries.

He is trusted by top-tier businesses to connect exceptional talent with diverse Insurance roles across Underwriting, Claims, and Broker functions. Having worked both internally and externally in Insurance recruitment, he has gained a thorough understanding of all aspects pertaining to the hiring process.

Throughout his career, he has successfully managed both client and candidate relationships, ensuring that the client’s needs are met by finding the right individuals who help businesses build high-performing teams.

What is your favorite quote?

My favorite quote is by Muhammad Ali, and it says, “The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up.” I find this quote impactful as it is a call-to-action emphasizing effort and initiative in achieving goals. This is a mindset that is not only vital to the world of recruiting but to our day-to-day lives as well.

What did you want to be when you were younger?

When I was younger, I was always interested in pursuing my creative goals and attempting to bring them to fruition. From my passion for music leading me to attempt to make my own songs, to my love of poetry that led me to publish a collection of Haiku. I even gave my childhood dream a go by competing in multiple professional wrestling matches. I believe my drive to foster creativity has also translated to bringing me success in the world of recruiting.