Michael Hick, Director

Michael was born and educated in Yorkshire, England, obtaining a master’s level in English Literature, History and Political Geography. Following graduation, he joined the Royal Navy serving on the staff of Admiral Sir Michael Denny in operations in the Mediterranean and later on the aircraft carrier HMS OCEAN during the Suez crisis, After service Michael studied European History at Baliol College Oxford and them joined Lloyds of London, insurance brokers. During the next 25 years he traveled the world on insurance projects.

After moving to Houston, he continued working for Lloyds on offshore drilling insurance and the European reinsurance markets, continuing study off Geopolitics at Rice University. He later formed a US firm specializing in professional liability insurance. After selling his firm, Michael began a new career as a Professional Speaker on international business. He has written several books and numerous articles for major publications. Michael is currently a Resident Historian for Viking Cruise Lines. Michael and His family live in Houston, TX and also are involved in international charitable organizations.