Ep 134 – AAAtraq CEO, Lawrence Shaw

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Lawrence Shaw, CEO of AAAtraq.

Website non-compliance has become a reality in the US as organizations struggle to meet their legal obligations to limit online discrimination. 

AAAtraq is the first service of its kind to include litigation support and cost coverage, so you can be confident that you are protected whilst you follow your pathway to compliance. They automate the four cornerstones to compliance: Staff Development, Supplier Management, Compliance Reporting and Litigation Costs Indemnity.

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Ep 133 – Voom Co-Founder & CTO, Ori Blumenthal

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Ori Blumenthal, Co-Founder & CTO of Voom.

Voom is an innovative insuretech company that is creating next-generation insurance products for new-mobility segments. Using innovative risk analysis, policy management, and seamless user interface, they are revolutionizing the specialized mobility insurance market. Their focus covers a variety of mobility verticals, including drones, motorcycles, e-scooters, light planes, and modern fleets.

Join Ori, Rob, and Lee as they discuss: Israel as a hotbed for technology startups, what is Voom and what services they offer; the growing use and validity of drone use; and more.

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Ep 132 – Supercede Co-Founders Ben Rose & Jerad Leigh

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Ben Rose, President, and Jerad Leigh, CEO, both Co-Founders of Supercede.

Supercede is on a mission to change the way reinsurance works for everyone, for the better. They are leveraging a combination of reinsurance, actuarial, and software engineering talent determined to build a groundbreaking solution for the pain points in in the reinsurance industry.

Join Ben, Jerad, Rob, and Lee as they discuss: what is reinsurance and why is it so important; what is Supercede and the platform they offer; the process of building a reinsurance ecosystem, participation in Lloyd’s Lab cohort six, and more.

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Ep 131 – Auto Club Enterprises VP of Insurance Claims, Claudia Rodriguez

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Claudia Rodriguez, VP of Insurance Claims at Auto Club Enterprises, a AAA Insurer (ACE).

Rob talks with returning guest Claudia Rodriguez to learn more about Auto Club Enterprises. As one of the three underwriting companies for AAA, ACE provides a variety of insurance coverage and services to their members.

Join Claudia and Rob as they discuss: being an affiliate of the American Automobile Association (AAA), Claudia’s role as the VP of Insurance Claims and first female executive in her position; the effects of the pandemic on ACE and their operations; examples of finding solution through innovation, the Texas freeze event, customer service solutions, and more.

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Ep 130 – CCC Intelligent Solutions SVP, Chief Strategy Officer Marc Fredman

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Marc Fredman, SVP, Chief Strategy Officer at CCC Intelligent Solutions (CCC).

CCC is a technology leader pioneering solutions that power insurers, automotive manufacturers, collision repairers, parts suppliers, lenders, fleet operators and more through our advanced cloud-based SaaS platform of digital and data services.

As a trusted leader in AI, IoT, network management, customer experience, and digital workflows, CCC continues to innovate the space they work and play in. We had an opportunity to talk with their SVP, Chief Strategy Officer to learn more.

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Ep 129 – Xactware President Mike Fulton

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Mike Fulton, President of Xactware.

Once again, Rob and Lee sit down and talk with return guest Mike Fulton to talk Xactware. It’s been over a year since their last conversation (Episode 64, published February 28, 2020) and we are excited to catch up with Mike and hear what’s happened, what’s happening, and what the future holds for Xactware.

Join Mike, Rob, and Lee as they discuss: Elevate 2021 and the shift to a virtual experience; finding the balance between leading and following in the industry; the continued advancement of innovation and integration; and more.

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Ep 128 – Surround Insurance Co-Founders Kate Terry & Jay Grayson

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Kate Terry & Jay Grayson, Co-Founders of Surround Insurance.

Rob goes solo on this episode to talk with Kate Terry, COO and Co-Founder, and Jay Grayson, CEO and Co-Founder, of Surround Insurance.

Modern consumers enjoy more options and choices than any other generation in history. The shift from owned assets to shared access gives them the flexibility to work, live, and move on their terms; however, it also leaves them exposed to an unprecedented level of financial uncertainty.

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Ep 127 – Branch Insurance Co-Founder & CEO Steve Lekas

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Steve Lekas, Co-Founder & CEO of Branch Insurance.

Branch Insurance is making saving on insurance easier than ever, leveraging instant prices, no quotes, and their unique community backing to provide home, auto, renters, and umbrella insurance.

They were founded in 2017 behind a simple idea: insurance has lost its way. Led by an executive team comprised of insurance-industry veterans, they want to re-align insurance back to being a communal product.

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Ep 126 – Bold Penguin CEO & Founder Ilya Bodner & American Family Ventures Managing Director Drew Aldrich

You don’t want to miss this episode of FNO: InsureTech, featuring Ilya Bodner, CEO & Founder of Bold Penguin, and Drew Aldrich, Managing Director at American Family Ventures (AmFam Ventures).

We have guests from prominent companies making waves in insurance, insuretech, the venture capital world, and much more. Bold Penguin and AmFam Ventures have a unique relationship and perspectives on the industries they represent and serve. Join Ilya, Drew, Rob, & Lee as they discuss: the beginnings of Bold Penguin, the partnership between Bold Penguin and AmFam Ventures; Amazing advice for founders, businesses, VCs, and startups; and much more.

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Ep 125 – Sproutt Co-Founder & President, Assaf Henkin

On our latest episode of FNO: InsureTech, we talk with Assaf Henkin, Co-Founder & President of Sproutt.

Sprout is a new kind of life insurance company that celebrates life, or to be more precise, celebrates quality life. Leveraging data and technology, they’ve developed a Quality of Life Index that assesses your lifestyle and provides personalized recommendations to help you lead a healthy lifestyle.

Join Assaf, Rob, & Lee as they discuss: how Sproutt is taking a new approach to life insurance, what is the Quality of Life Index, Sproutt’s distribution methods, a glimpse at the background behind Sproutt and its founders; and more.

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