Doug Mitchell, CLU
Doug Mitchell is the owner of BestLifeQuote.com and a licensed life insurance agent with 30 years of industry experience. He specializes in helping individuals and families find the right term life insurance and final expense coverage at competitive rates.
Professional Background
Doug started his insurance career in 1995 with Horace Mann Insurance Company, where he focused on serving educators. He consistently ranked among the company’s top agents and earned the Life Agent of the Year award. He later joined New York Life Insurance Company, working with business owners, professionals, and their families.
In 2005, Doug founded Ogletree Financial Services to give clients access to more options from multiple carriers. This independent approach allows him to match each client’s specific needs rather than pushing products from a single company.
Credentials and Achievements
Doug holds the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation from The American College of Financial Services. This credential requires completing rigorous college-level courses covering life insurance, estate planning, retirement, and financial planning.
He is a Top of the Table member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), placing him in the top tier of financial professionals worldwide. Doug also served two terms as president of the Auburn-Opelika Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors.
He graduated from Auburn University with a degree in finance and maintains his expertise through daily industry reading and continuing education.
Media Contributions
Doug has provided expert commentary to major financial publications including US News & World Report, Bankrate, Business.com, Creditcards.com, WalletHub, and ThinkAdvisor.