Insurtech Leadership Podcast

New Special Episode Alert: The Insurtech Leadership Podcast "Best of the Insurtech Leadership Podcast: Top Three Downloaded Episodes Featuring Tech, Investment, and Strategy Leaders" Fresh from InsurTech Connect 2024, where the industry gathered to discuss insurance innovation's past, present, and future, host Joshua R. Hollander brings you a special episode looking back on our three most downloaded episodes of the last year. Meet our all-star lineup: • Tom Wilde, CEO of INDICO - The AI innovator • Bhavan Suri, Partner at William Blair- The i-banker • Michael Nadel, Senior Director at Simon-Kucher & Partners - The strategy and pricing consultant Where They Agree: • Insurance is only in the "third inning" of digital transformation • Data is the key differentiator, but most companies struggle to utilize it • Innovation needs practical implementation Where They Differ: • Is AI ready for insurance now or do we need a more measured approach? • Traditional vs. digital-first distribution • Where to prioritize innovation investments  Key Insights Include: • How AI is transforming insurance from intake to decisions • Strategies for pricing and scaling insurtech solutions • The convergence of insurtech and fintech Must-hear Quotes: "The big breakthrough in AI is its ability to handle context. That's why large language models are changing the game." - Tom Wilde "Digitization is still in the third inning for most carriers... When you get to life with annuities, that's probably first inning." - Suri Bhavan "If you're leaving pricing to chance, you're leaving money on the table." - Michael Nadel Don't miss this special episode covering insurtech’s past, present, and future! #InsurTech #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #AIinInsurance #InsuranceIndustry #Strategy #Investment

New Episode Alert: Insurtech Leadership Podcast - Episode 167 "ITC Vegas 2024: Innovating the Conference Experience" Sneak Peek: Discover the exciting changes at this year's ITC Vegas! In this episode, host Joshua R. Hollander sits down with Bill Harris, Co-Founder and CCO of ITC Vegas to discuss what’s new for this year’s conference: -Cosmic space theme infusing innovation throughout the event -Revolutionary "neighborhood" concept transforming networking -New ITC Agents program addressing evolving distribution needs -Enhanced app features for seamless connections -Tailored experiences for next-gen insurance professionals Quotable Moment: "We think of ourselves as the CES of insurance. We're here to explore innovation and create real value for the ecosystem." - Bill Harris Whether you're an InsurTech veteran or a curious newcomer, this episode is your insider guide to the largest industry event of the year. Plus, learn expert tips to maximize your ITC Vegas experience! Reminder: Registration for ITC Vegas 2024 is still open! Don't miss your chance to experience these exciting changes firsthand. Listen now! #ITCVegas2024 #InsurTechInnovation #NetworkingRedefined #FutureOfConferences #InsuranceEvolution

New Episode Alert: Insurtech Leadership Podcast - Episode 166 "From IT Strategy to Insurtech Innovation: Transforming Insurance Operations with Technology" Is your insurance company truly leveraging technology, or just chasing the latest trends? Discover how to drive real business value in the digital age! In this eye-opening episode, host Josh Hollander sits down with Sachin Kulkarni, EVP and Head of Americas for Commercial, Specialty, and MGA at Xceedance, who shares invaluable insights from his journey from Marsh to leading a cutting-edge insurtech services provider. Uncover: -The shift from people-based to technology-led engagements in insurance -Strategies for aligning tech adoption with core business capabilities -How MGAs and specialty insurers are leveraging technology for growth -Practical applications of Gen AI in insurance operations -Navigating the complexities of AI regulation and responsible implementation Key Quote: "Technology is enabling business, enabling the insurance process. It is not the business process." - Sachin Kulkarni Whether you're an insurance executive, tech leader, or industry professional, this episode provides actionable strategies to drive innovation and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving insurtech landscape. #InsurTech #DigitalTransformation #AIinInsurance #MGAs #TechnologyStrategy #InsuranceInnovation

New Episode Alert: Insurtech Leadership Podcast - Episode 165 The Hidden Heroes of Insurance Data: Transforming the Industry from Within Is the insurance industry ready for a data revolution? How can innovators address the often-overlooked challenges of data management? In our latest episode, host Joshua R. Hollander interviews Roman Stepanenko, founder and CEO of RecordLinker, to explore the critical role of data in the insurance industry. Discover: • How insights while CTO of RiskMatch led Roman to identify crucial data management gaps • Why data administrators are the unsung heroes of the insurance world • The impact of being a solo founder vs. a co-founder in the insurtech space • Bootstrapping vs. raising venture capital • The impact of AI and machine learning on insurance data management • A shocking revelation: 800 variations of a single insurance company name in one database Key Quote: "If you remember anything from this conversation, please find your data admins and just say thank you. Take them out to coffee or dinner, buy them flowers, because your organization has those people and they are very hardworking." - Roman Stepanenko Whether you're an insurtech innovator, industry veteran, or curious about the future of insurance, this episode offers valuable insights into the evolving world of insurance data management. Join us bi-weekly as Joshua R. Hollander CEO of Horton International interviews the brightest minds in #insurtech #insuranceinnovation. #InsurTech #DataManagement #AIinInsurance #InsuranceInnovation

New Episode Alert: Insurtech Leadership Podcast - Episode 164 "From London to Hartford: Navigating the CT-UK InsurTech Corridor" Is the US insurance market the next big frontier for UK insurtech companies? How can innovative firms navigate the complex landscape of US insurance? In this episode, host Joshua R. Hollander is joined by John Blamire , CEO and co-founder of Programable AI; Mike Hendy from the UK Department for Business and Trade; and Gene Goddard, CEcD, EDFP from MetroHartford Alliance and the CT IFS. They discuss how the CT-UK Insurtech Corridor is paving the way for UK companies to enter the US market as well as Connecticut companies to explore UK opportunities. Tune in to learn about: -Programable AI's strategic expansion from the UK to Connecticut -The role of the Insurtech Corridor in facilitating market entry and growth -Key challenges and regulatory complexities faced by UK firms -Support systems provided by MetroHartford Alliance, CT IFS, and the UK Department for Business and Trade. -How Connecticut’s insurance hub offers unique opportunities for international players -Opportunities for Connecticut-based companies in the UK market Key Quotes: "As a small British company, entering the US is not for the faint-hearted, and if you don't prepare properly, you prepare to fail. The InsurTech Corridor provided us with invaluable support and connections." - John Blamire “Our partnership with the companies that are in the IFS space, in the tech space, is to help attract new talent into our great state and into the Hartford region.”- Gene Goddard “The Insurtech Corridor was a very logical agreement between the UK and Hartford, Connecticut, because Hartford is the self-styled capital of the US insurance industry, and London is the capital of the insurance world.” - Michael Hendy This episode is a must-listen for insurtech leaders, market entrants, and anyone interested in the intersection of international expansion and insurance innovation. Link to the full episode in the comments below. ⬇⬇⬇ #InsurTech #InternationalGrowth #InsuranceInnovation #CTUKInsurtech #MarketEntry #RegulatoryChallenges #ConnecticutInsurance #Hartford

New Episode Alert: Insurtech Leadership Podcast - Episode 163 Bridging the Gap: How Insurtech Gateway is Transforming Insurance from the Outside In Is the insurance industry ripe for a new type of disruption? Can outsiders truly innovate in this complex, risk-averse sector? In our latest episode, host Joshua R. Hollander sits down with Stephen Brittain, Director and Co-founder of Insurtech Gateway, to uncover how their bespoke approach to venture building bridges the gap between innovators and insurers. Discover: -Balancing rapid innovation with the measured pace of insurance -Insider strategies for founders to validate ideas and gain traction in insurtech -The surprising ways non-insurance sectors are driving change in risk management -Why traditional accelerator models fall short for insurtech Key Quote: "We saw the speed of innovation and change of digital, and we were seeing the lack of agility in the insurance market. The first thing we should do would be to find a place to attract those innovators from outside." - Stephen Brittain Whether you're an insurtech founder, industry veteran, or curious about the future of insurance, this episode offers invaluable insights you won't want to miss. Join us bi-weekly as Joshua R. Hollander CEO of Horton International interviews the brightest minds in #insurtech and #insurance innovation. #InsurTech #Innovation #VentureBuilding #InsuranceIndustry #StartupIncubator

New episode alert! Insurtech Leadership Podcast - Episode 162 In our latest InsurTech Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Bradley W. Adams, co-founder of Aerogami, to discuss how they're revolutionizing insurance document experiences. Bradley shares insights on: -Aerogami's journey from higher education to insurtech -Creating mobile-friendly insurance experiences without traditional apps -Strategies for working with insurance carriers -The future of digital experiences in insurance Discover how Aerogami is bridging the gap between carriers and customers with their innovative approach to policy documents. Whether you're an insurtech enthusiast, industry professional, or curious about the future of insurance, this episode is packed with valuable insights! Join us bi-weekly as Joshua R. Hollander interviews the brightest minds in #insurtech and #insurance innovation. #InsurTech #DigitalInsurance #Innovation #StartupJourney #InsuranceIndustry

New Episode Alert: Insurtech Leadership Podcast - Episode 161 Automating Expertise: The Promise of AI in Property & Casualty Is AI the future of P&C insurance? Join host Joshua R. Hollander as he explores this cutting-edge topic with John Loeber, co-founder and CEO of Limit Discover: - How AI is transforming document analysis and policy comparison - Balancing AI implementation with human expertise - The future of insurance professionals in an AI-driven world - Insights on building and leading teams in the age of AI "Generative AI is really good at reading and analyzing documents and answering questions, which is tremendously exciting and transformative for our customers." - John Loeber Whether you're an insurance professional, tech enthusiast, or industry leader, this episode offers valuable insights into the rapidly evolving world of AI in P&C insurance. Join us bi-weekly as Joshua R. Hollander interviews the brightest minds in #insurtech and #insurance innovation. #InsurTech #AI #PropertyAndCasualty #Innovation #LeadershipInsights #InsuranceIndustry

Can AI predict and prevent natural disaster losses? Discover how one startup is revolutionizing insurance risk management! In our latest Insurtech Leadership Podcast episode, we sit down with Valkyrie Holmes, the visionary CEO behind Faura. From SpaceX to insurtech, Valkyrie's journey is as fascinating as the technology she's developing. Key topics covered: 1. How Faura's AI turns climate data into actionable insights for insurers 2. The secret sauce behind hyper-personalized property insurance 3. Why sustainability is the future of insurance (and how to get there) 4. Valkyrie's counterintuitive approach to social media that's winning clients Plus, learn how Valkyrie is attracting young talents to an industry often seen as "boring". Explore Faura: https://www.faura.us/ Listen now! Check the comment section below Question for you: How do you think AI and climate tech will reshape insurance in the next 5 years? Share your thoughts below! Join us bi-weekly as Joshua R. Hollander interviews the brightest minds in #insurtech and #insurance innovation. #FutureOfInsurance #AIinInsurance #ClimateRisk #InsurtechLeaders #TechStartups #SustainableInsurance #RiskManagement

Dive into the world of insurance innovation with Qiyun Cai, CEO of Fintary. Discover how Fintary is transforming financial operations in the insurance industry with AI-driven solutions. 🔍 In this episode: ✅Qiyun's journey from tech investing to founding Fintary ✅Challenges and solutions in insurance financial operations ✅The role of AI in streamlining workflows ✅Insights on attracting young talent and industry transformation 📲 Listen to the full episode for deep dives and expert insights: https://lnkd.in/e49qWqk 🌐 Learn more about Fintary: https://www.fintary.com/ Follow the Insurtech Leadership Podcast airing bi-weekly, hosted by Joshua R. Hollander. Gain up-close access and personal insights from leaders at the forefront of the fastest-growing #insurtechs and the most innovative #insurance carriers and brokers. Don't miss out on this conversation at the forefront of insurance and technology! #Insurtech #InsuranceInnovation #Podcast #AIinInsurance #Fintech