Category: Podcast


Ep. 244: CEO and Founder of Loveland Innovations, Jim Loveland

Rob and Lee welcome the luminary InsurTech legend, Jim Loveland, CEO of Loveland Innovations. In this episode, Jim takes us on a journey through the genesis of Loveland, sharing the evolution of both their software and cloud-based technology, and how they have evolved over the years in their solar, roofing and insurance verticals. Jim talks about pivotal moments throughout the way, including when Loveland realized the true potential of drones and new technologies in inspections, the importance of proper AI model training, and what’s next for Loveland in 2024 and beyond. He also shares some sage advice for the next generation of entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of truly understanding the industry before taking the leap into business. 

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Ep. 243: Managing Director at Brewer Lane Ventures, Martha Notaras

Rob and Lee are joined by the insightful Martha Notaras, Managing Director at Brewer Lane Ventures. Martha goes into detail about her eight predictions for InsurTech in 2024. She talks about leveraging technology to enhance efficiency within the insurance industry and how we can best explore the benefits and challenges posed by AI. Martha discusses cutting-edge innovations surrounding data and sheds light on the profound impact of climate change on the dynamic landscape of the insurance sector. At the end of the episode, Martha talks about what InsurTech 3.0 would look like to her, and what else excites her about the year ahead in our industry.

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Ep. 242: From the Vault: AM Best Interviews FNO: InsureTech

We wish our listeners a wonderful and prosperous new year!

As Rob and Lee continue their holiday break, we bring you another episode from the FNO: InsureTech audio vault.

Hosts Rob and Lee had the pleasure of speaking with AM Best TV’s Lee McDonald earlier this year, discussing the founding, growth and development of the FNO: InsureTech podcast. With over 200 episodes and counting, Lee and Rob are excited to continue the journey of sharing insuretech with listeners. Check out the interview in video: https://lnkd.in/gnXP-z97

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Ep. 241: From the Vault: VOOM Insurance Co-founder & CEO, Tomer Kashi

The FNO: InsureTech team is enjoying a well-deserved holiday break. Before taking off to spend time with their families, Rob and Lee select some great episodes from the FNO: InsureTech Vault to share with you over the next few weeks.

VOOM is a pioneering insuretech company developing advanced insurance products for emerging mobility segments. They offer digital, on-demand insurance for a wide range of vehicles from drones and light planes to motorcycles, e-scooters, and contemporary fleets. Rob and Tomer Kashi, CEO and Co-founder of VOOM Insurance, delve into the journey of VOOM over the past six years in the insuretech space, thoughts on pay-per-mile and usage-based models, the data advantage that VOOM possesses, and much more.

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Ep 240: CEO & Co-founder of Clearcover, Kyle Nakatsuji

This week, Rob and Lee welcome back Kyle Nakatsuji, the insightful CEO and Co-founder of Clearcover Insurance. Kicking off with some football banter, Kyle shares some great life lessons drawn from his playing days. Exploring more of the “why” behind Clearcover’s approach, Kyle discusses the notable changes the company has undergone in recent years. He provides a deeper understanding of the market dynamics and the significance of maintaining boldness and courage, detailing how calculated risks contribute to building something extraordinary in a challenging environment. Then, before the episode comes to a close, there’s a little bit more football talk, of course! 

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Ep 239 – CEO of Pinpoint Predictive, Scott Hamm

This week, Rob welcomes on Scott Ham, the visionary CEO of Pinpoint Predictive, a groundbreaking AI-driven deep learning product. Scott provides insights into his career journey and the pivotal moments that led him to spearhead Pinpoint. He sheds light on the remarkable capabilities of Pinpoint’s AI-powered platform, showcasing its prowess in solving complex real-world problems by harnessing billions of data points within expansive datasets. Scott also shares some of the glowing testimonials that attest to Pinpoint’s transformative impact, illustrating how seamlessly it collaborates with underwriters to revolutionize decision-making processes.

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Ep 238 – Managing Director at IA Capital Group, Andy Lerner

Rob welcomes back Andy Lerner, Managing Director at IA Capital Group, one of the longest running VCs in the InsurTech space. Andy talks about IA Capital Group’s structure, and what positive things he sees in the future state of the Insurtech industry. Andy and Rob also discuss AI in Insurtech, including both its potential impact for good and the limitations. Towards the end of the conversation, Andy and Rob discuss how traditional education has changed, and their predictions in the industry for the next 5-10 years. 

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Ep 237 – CEO and Co-Founder of Clearspeed, Alex Martin

This week, we have the pleasure of being joined by Alex Martin, the CEO and Co-Founder of Clearspeed. Alex shares a glimpse into the interesting founding story of Clearspeed and its journey, transitioning from delivering outstanding results in the military sector to expanding into the realm of insurance. Alex explains the intricacies of how Clearspeed operates, emphasizing its role in swiftly establishing trust to expedite clearance processes and enable more informed, scalable decision-making. He sheds light on the significance of the insurance sector, highlighting it as a pivotal focus in every business decision made, and talks about going into a new industry with humility and the desire to always learn more.

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Ep 236 – SemperVirens General Partner and Co-Founder, InsureTech Connect, Caribou Honig

Caribou Honig, our most frequent guest and honorary chairman, returns to get us excited about ITC Vegas and the state of InsureTech in general. In our chat, we go down memory lane about how the conference started and how it’s grown throughout the years to now be the Super Bowl of events in the insurance space. Caribou talks about the importance of scalability and sustainability, why you should hug your local regulator, and the importance of finding and focusing on your niche. 

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Ep 234 – Co-Founder and CEO at Rhino, Benjamin Lantos

In this episode, we welcome Benjamin Lantos, the CEO and co-founder of Rhino, joining us from sunny Santa Monica to discuss how they’re revolutionizing the world of property management, renting, and deposits. Rhino’s innovative approach challenges the status quo, exploring how to modernize the entire renting experience for all parties involved. They’ve harnessed the power of insurance products to address the security deposit dilemma, providing risk mitigation for property managers and renters alike. By seamlessly integrating its technology into various platforms, Rhino is taking the financial burden off management companies and renters, ultimately creating a more flexible and customer-centric landscape for both landlords and property managers. Tune in to learn how Rhino is disrupting the market and reshaping the future of property technology.

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