Кращі подкасти про Insurtech (2025)

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Navigating IPOs, SPACs, and AI Valuations in insurtech with Michael Blankenship 30:53

1d ago30:53

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In this insightful episode, Jeff Shi is joined by Michael Blankenship, Partner at Winston & Strawn and Managing Partner of the Houston office, to unpack the current and future landscape of IPOs, SPACs, and M&A within the insurtech and broader insurance industry. Michael brings nearly two decades of legal and capital markets expertise to the convers…

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From Risk to Resilience: Empowering Africa's Smallholder Farmers : An Interview with JP Fabri, CEO of Myubuntu 27:27

8d ago27:27

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I'm excited to share this week's conversation on The Leadership In Insurance Podcast with no other than JP Fabri, CEO of myUbuntu all about transforming agricultural insurance in Africa 🌱 🎙️ Tune into the episode: "From Risk to Resilience: Empowering Africa's Smallholder Farmers" We discuss a whole host of topics, here are some of the highlights...…

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The Intuition Behind Generative AI with Frank Schmid from Gen Re 33:38

12d ago33:38

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Hosts James Benham⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob Galbraith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Frank A. Schmid from Gen Re. Frank shares his expertise on the intuition behind generative AI. Discover how this emerging technology continues to reshape insurance decision-making, why narrative still matters, and what insurers can do to prepare for an AI-dr…

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The Role of Brokers in Healthcare Savings & Drug Pricing with Bill Hepscher 43:22

13d ago43:22

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In this episode of the Insurtech Building Blocs podcast, host Cory Schmidt welcomes Bill Hepscher, founder of the Canadian Medstore. They discuss Bill's unique journey into the healthcare industry, the challenges of navigating prescription drug costs, and the logistics of importing medications from countries like Canada. Insurtech Building Blocs is…

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EP5 · Intelligent Simplicity with John Higginson, Tech Advisor at Rival Insurance Technology 25:14

14d ago25:14

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In this episode of Diary of an Insurtech, we sit down with John Higginson, tech leader and strategic advisor at Rival. John shares how his early love of science fiction led to a career in software, how he thinks about AI’s real-world impact, and why simplicity and focus are key to making innovation work in insurance. From product strategy to the fu…

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Insurance Innovation RoundTable Communique 15:11

19d ago15:11

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Hello! Send us a quick text, comment or feedback. We would love to hear from you The IBS Insurance Innovation Roundtable has become a convening ground for leaders across Nigeria’s insurance ecosystem—insurers, InsurTechs, regulators, brokers, investors, and enablers—to engage in open, constructive dialogue on the future of insurance. The Roundtable…

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EP 245 – Can Insurers Move From Claims to Care With Embedded Health? – Shane Di and Sebastien Gaudin – The CareVoice 34:20

30d ago34:20

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Embedded health is transforming the traditional role of insurers from passive claim-payers to active partners in their customers’ health journeys. By integrating health services—like wellness tools, virtual care, and personalized health content—directly into existing insurance apps and digital platforms, insurers can offer continuous value beyond c…

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Navigating the M&A Landscape for Independent Agencies with Mike Mensch & Colby Allen 50:30

5d ago50:30

50:30

In this powerhouse episode of Insurance VC, PE, and MA, host Jeff Shi is joined by Michael Mensch and Colby Allen from Agency Brokerage Consultants to explore the complex, ever-evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions in the independent insurance agency space. With over 500 transactions under their belt, Mike and Colby share insights that are…

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From Captive Agent to annuity Leader: Tracy Lownsberry on Scaling Education-Driven Sales 32:37

7d ago32:37

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In this powerful episode, host Jeff Shi sits down with Tracy Lownsberry to unpack his evolution from a captive insurance agent to the founder of the largest social media community for annuity professionals. Tracy shares how his early experiences shaped a deeper commitment to transparency, education-based sales, and doing business the right way. He …

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Navigating M&A, Lending, and Growth Strategies in the Insurance Industry with Kelly Drouillard 1:15:33

9d ago1:15:33

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In this episode of Insurance VC, PE, and M&A, Jeff Shi sits down with industry icon Kelly Drouillard to unpack the complexities of insurance M&A, lending strategies, and agency growth. With over 30 years of experience spanning carrier, reinsurance, and capital markets, Kelly brings a deep well of insight into insurance transactions. She breaks down…

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Building Scratch Agencies & Podcasting Community with Sean Fitzgerald & Stephen Turnbull 41:46

12d ago41:46

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In this episode, host Jeff Shi welcomes Shawn Fitzgerald and Stephen Turnbull, the dynamic duo behind the Scratch Agency podcast. Together, they share their journey of launching their own scratch agencies in New York and how their similar-but-different paths led to the creation of a podcast that has grown into a vibrant community for independent in…

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Bootstrapping a Flood MGA: Inside Flow Flood's Growth Story with Abbe Sulton & Michael Pallas 38:20

14d ago38:20

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In this episode, host Jeff Shi sits down with Flow Flood co-founders Abbe (A.B.) Sulton and Michael Pallas to explore their unique path from insurance distribution to building a flood-focused insurtech MGA. The conversation dives deep into their early days running a retail agency during the 2008 financial crisis, discovering market inefficiencies i…

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Global Insurance Transformation, Community, and the Power of Mindset with Rory Yates 36:22

16d ago36:22

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In this thought-provoking episode, Jeff sits down with Rory Yates, Group Vice President of Corporate Strategy at EIS, to explore his dynamic journey from a tech-savvy athlete to a global leader in insurance transformation. Rory opens up about growing up in poverty, using sports to earn an education in the U.S., and his pivot from launching one of t…

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Fixing the Insurance Data Problem: Roman Stepanenko on Conversions, Governance & RecordLinker 32:04

19d ago32:04

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In this episode of Founders Journey, Jeff sits down with Roman Stepanenko, founder of Record Linker and co-founder of RiskMatch. Roman shares his fascinating transition from software developer to insurtech entrepreneur, starting with the creation of RiskMatch and continuing with his latest venture, Record Linker. They dive deep into the overlooked …

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How Melon Local Became a Powerhouse for Insurance Marketing with Whitney Olson 21:30

21d ago21:30

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In this episode of Founders Journey, Jeff sits down with Whitney Olson, co-founder and CEO of Melon Local, to unpack the story of how a boutique digital marketing agency became a trusted partner for some of the nation's top insurance agents. Whitney is joined by Senior Director of Paid Search, Megan, and Senior Director of Business Development, Kat…

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The Evolution of insurtech with Denise Garth, Chief Strategy Officer at Majesco 46:28

23d ago46:28

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In this powerful episode, Jeff sits down with insurtech trailblazer Denise Garth, Chief Strategy Officer at Majesco. With over three decades of experience in both business and IT across insurance carriers, vendors, and global industry organizations, Denise brings unmatched insight into the evolution of the insurtech landscape. From launching Majesc…

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Transforming insurance economics through Actuarial Science and AI : An Interview with Onur Gungor, CEO of Allegory 30:54

23d ago30:54

30:54

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Revolutionizing Insurance Tech and Lead Gen with Steve Mohr 34:16

26d ago34:16

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In this episode of Industry Voice, we sit down with Steve Mohr, a seasoned insurance technology entrepreneur and founder of The Insurance Index. Steve takes us through his multi-decade journey in the insurance and insurtech space, from starting out as a producer in Florida’s non-standard auto market, to building revolutionary agency management tool…

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How Analytics Is Rewriting Underwriting with Denise Olson from K2 Insurance Services, LLC 29:36

26d ago29:36

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Hosts James Benham⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob Galbraith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Denise Olson from K2 Insurance Services, LLC. Denise shares her expertise on how analytics is rewriting underwriting. Discover how data is transforming risk evaluation, streamlining claims forecasting, and shaping the future role of the underwriter across di…

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The Evolving Role of Strategic Partnerships in Insurance Distribution with Jeff Pireu 36:12

28d ago36:12

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In this episode of Industry Voice, host Jeff Shi sits down with Jeff Pireu, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at First Choice, a MarshBerry company. With over 30 years in the insurance industry—spanning claims, sales, and executive leadership roles at Nationwide—Jeff shares his journey from carrier-side leadership to the forefront of agency …

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Unlocking the Future of Short-Term Rental Insurance : An Interview with Andrew Bate, CEO of Safely 30:22

28d ago30:22

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🏠 Unlocking the Future of Short-Term Rental Insurance with Safely's CEO Andrew Bate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rethinking Insurance Distribution with Patrick Tullius 33:39

30d ago33:39

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In this episode, host Jeff Shi sits down with Patrick Tullius, Managing Director at INS Capital Group, to dive deep into the evolving world of insurance distribution, insurtech innovation, and the critical role of MGAs in bridging the gap between carriers and cutting-edge technologies. Patrick brings his extensive experience in investment banking a…

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How to Sell an Insurtech Startup in a Down Market with Daniel Metcalf 32:50

1M ago32:50

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In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Metcalf, co-founder of Smart Harbor, to explore the complete lifecycle of building and exiting an insurtech business. Daniel shares the origin story of Smart Harbor, a company born out of the belief that independent insurance agents needed modern digital tools to compete with direct writers. He talks about t…

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How AI, Niche Markets, and Mentorship Are Shaping the Future of Insurance 56:59

1M ago56:59

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In this episode, Johnelee and Laura dive into Ariel's inspiring story of growth, cultural adaptability in expanding to new markets, and the critical lessons he learned through challenges and successes. Discover key insights into navigating mergers and acquisitions, recruiting the next generation of insurance professionals, and leveraging technology…

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Embedded Insurance, Risk Carriers, and insurtech Innovation with Theresa Blissing & Michael Waitze 1:06:36

1M ago1:06:36

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In this episode of Insurtechs.io, host Jeff Shi is joined by Theresa Blissing and Michael Waitze to unpack the dynamic evolution of embedded insurance, the strategic role of risk carriers, and what drives the next generation of insurtech innovation. The conversation dives deep into how customer-centricity is reshaping product development, the diffe…

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Sam Melamed’s Journey Through Insurance Innovation 40:48

1M ago40:48

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In this episode of the Insurtech Building Blocs podcast, host Cory Schmidt speaks with Sam Melamed about the evolution of Insurance-Forums.com, the importance of community in the insurance industry, and Sam's journey from agent to CEO. They discuss the significance of building a caring company culture, market trends in ancillary products, and the n…

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Building a Software-Enabled Underwriting Company with Bobby Touran 44:30

1M ago44:30

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In this episode, Jeff Shi sits down with Bobby Touran, the two-time founder and CEO behind leading insurtech startups Pathpoint and Rainbow. Bobby shares his journey from building software-driven companies to founding two specialized underwriting and distribution platforms within the commercial insurance space. Hear how Bobby transitioned from the …

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Bold Bet on Life Insurance in Ghana 30:31

1M ago30:31

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Hello! Send us a quick text, comment or feedback. We would love to hear from you In this episode of IBS Podcast, we sit down with Festus William Amoyaw, Co-Founder of FigTech, a rising InsurTech startup out of Ghana that’s taking a bold approach by focusing on life insurance—a space often overlooked. FigTech isn’t following the crowd. Instead of ta…

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"Mitigating Flood Risks: Transforming Insurance Through Prevention with Lauren from Mitigate" : An Interview with Laurent Feuilleaubois, CEO of Mitigrate 30:34

1M ago30:34

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Using AI to Drive Underwriting Efficiency at Scale with Sarah Reeves & Matthew Sutika 53:01

1M ago53:01

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In this episode, we dive into the future of underwriting transformation with Steve Reeves, Chief Insurance Officer at Voxel, and Mico Sutika, VP of Sales. Hosted by Jeff Shi, this conversation explores how Voxel is applying advanced AI and machine learning technologies to solve long-standing inefficiencies in commercial underwriting. From automatin…

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How Tech is Powering the Modern Agent in Licensing, Launching, and Leveling Up - Brett Fulmer from Newport Beach Insurance Center LLC 40:26

1M ago40:26

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Hosts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠James Benham⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob Galbraith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Brett Fulmer from Newport Beach Insurance Center LLC and Skyway Underwriters. Brett shares his expertise on how tech is powering the modern agent in licensing, launching and leveling up. Discover how digital tools are helping accelerate early …

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EP4 · Value Over Hype with Caroline Schweppe, Principal at Carosch Inc. 26:13

1M ago26:13

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In this episode of Diary of an Insurtech, we’re joined by Caroline Schweppe, Principal at Carosch Inc., to talk about what makes innovation meaningful in the Canadian insurance ecosystem. Caroline shares her journey from filing clerk to broker to strategic advisor, how her family legacy in insurance shaped her perspective, and what she looks for in…

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From the NFL to Insurtech Vegas: Marcus Ogden’s Unbreakable Mindset and Story of Redemption 37:33

1M ago37:33

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In this powerful episode of Industry Voice, Jeff sits down with Marcus Ogden — former NFL offensive lineman turned motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and insurtech advocate. Marcus opens up about his extraordinary journey from football stardom to personal and professional rock bottom, and how he clawed his way back through grit, authenticity, and …

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Crypto Meets Insurance: Risks, Regulation & Real-World Use Cases 38:39

1M ago38:39

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In this episode of Industry Voice, Jeff Shi sits down with two industry veterans, Susan Holliday and David Crosbie, for a deep dive into the intersection of crypto, blockchains, and the insurance world. Susan shares her extensive experience leading strategy at Swiss Re and her early encounters with blockchain technology, while David recounts his tr…

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EP 244 – Why Transparent Policy Communication Matters More Than Ever – Jasmin Flori-Hess – Founder and CEO at Raindrop 31:31

1M ago31:31

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Insurance policies are designed to be comprehensive and legally sound, but their complexity often leaves both customers and professionals overwhelmed and uncertain. Bridging the gap between regulatory necessity and user understanding requires more than just simplifying language — it demands a new approach to structuring and accessing information. B…

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Navigating InsurTech Innovation: Beyond the Buzzwords : An Interview with Rory Pyke, Insurtech Insights 36:54

1M ago36:54

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Tune into our latest episode of The Leadership In Insurance Podcast Podcast, where I was joined Rory Pyke at Insurtech Insights, to unpack the real state of innovation in insurance. 👉 We discuss the truth about AI in insurance - separating hype from real innovation and how InsurTech Insights is catalysing industry transformation 👉Upcoming event ins…

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Modernizing Insurance Sales Enablement with Caleb Cramer of Launch 20:39

2M ago20:39

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In this episode of Industry Voice, Jeff Shi is joined by Caleb Cramer, Chief Revenue Officer of Launch. Caleb shares his journey from traditional B2B sales into the insurance space and discusses how Launch is transforming the producer-client relationship. From his days at AgencyZoom and Ascend to helping agencies improve enterprise risk management …

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Navigating Executive Search in Insurtech: Clarity, Talent, and Market Trends with Ira Ziff 24:24

2M ago24:24

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In this episode of Industry Voice, we sit down with Ira Ziff, a veteran in executive search with nearly three decades of experience. Ira shares his expertise on bringing clarity to hiring strategies in the insurtech sector, offering insight into the challenges of dysfunctional job descriptions, retention issues, and misaligned expectations between …

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Navigating the Future of Medicare with John Greene 29:30

2M ago29:30

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In this episode of the Insurtech Building Blocs Podcast, host Cory Schmidt speaks with John Greene from Tri-Branch Resolution about his career in the insurance industry, insights from AgencyBloc's BlocBuilder 2025 conference, and the implications of the Inflation Reduction Act on Medicare. They discuss the challenges faced by agents in the Medicare…

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Building Community & Talent in insurtech with Josh Hollander 31:21

2M ago31:21

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In this episode of Industry Voice, host Jeff Shi welcomes Josh Hollander, President of Horton International USA, host of the insurtech Leadership Podcast, and co-founder of the insurtech Association. Josh shares his remarkable journey from investment banking and fintech entrepreneurship to becoming a key community builder and talent strategist in t…

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From Selling Shoes to Building a $15M Insurance Empire with Dan Kitajima 36:29

2M ago36:29

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In this episode of Industry Voice, host Jeff Shi welcomes Dan Kitajima, founder of one of the largest farmer’s insurance agencies in California. Dan shares his journey from working at a sneaker store in college to becoming a top-performing insurance agent. He opens up about the grind of building his agency from scratch—starting with two people in a…

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From Help Desk to the Executives Desk with Chris Griffith from American Coastal & Skyway Underwriters 42:22

2M ago42:22

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Hosts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠James Benham⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rob Galbraith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Chris Griffith from American Coastal and Skyway Underwriters. Chris shares his expertise on going from the help desk to the executives desk. Discover how strong execution, smart frameworks, and leadership drive innovation without compromising …

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Building Careers in Insurance Through TikTok and Empowerment with Samantha Ridgewell 45:20

2M ago45:20

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In this episode of Industry Voice, Jeff Shi sits down with Samantha Ridgewell, Managing Director of Empower Development, to explore how social media—particularly TikTok and LinkedIn—can reshape the way young professionals discover and enter the insurance industry. Samantha shares how her engaging content has influenced over 200 people to find roles…

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EP3 · Product Mindset with Stephanie Plangger, VP of Product at Rival Insurance Technology 29:54

2M ago29:54

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In this episode of Diary of an Insurtech, we flip the mic and sit down with one of our own—Stephanie Plangger, VP of Product at Rival. Stephanie shares her journey into the insurance world, how her background in design shapes her approach to product leadership, and what she sees on the horizon for insurtech in Canada. From user experience to strate…

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Building a Legacy of Impact: From Insurance to Philanthropy with Anthony Gruppo 42:49

2M ago42:49

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In this powerful episode of Insurance Dads, hosts Matt Sutika and Jeff Shi sit down with the ever-inspiring Anthony Gruppo—a serial entrepreneur, board chair, author, and philanthropist. Anthony opens up about his incredible journey from blue-collar beginnings and early sales jobs to leading major organizations like USI and Marsh, and ultimately fo…

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EP 243 – Can Luxury Goods Insurance Go Completely Digital? – Stephan Kaiser – Founder and CEO of KoverNow 24:43

2M ago24:43

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While banking and investment platforms rapidly moved to mobile apps over a decade ago, the insurance industry’s transition has been slower. This delay has made it more difficult for the industry to adapt to newer technologies like AI and seamless digital integration. The result is a significant gap—especially visible in areas like personal insuranc…

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Transforming Insurance Through Embedded Distribution: Charles Merritt on Building Buddy 46:45

2M ago46:45

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In this episode of Founders Journey, host Jeff Shi sits down with Charles Merritt, co-founder and CEO of Buddy, to unpack his entrepreneurial path from cinematography and tech startups to founding a pioneering insurtech platform. Charles shares how his curiosity and creativity led him from media production to product innovation, ultimately co-found…

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From Engineer to insurtech Founder: Sivan Iram’s Journey with Flow Specialty 1:10:25

2M ago1:10:25

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In this episode of Founders Journey, host Jeff Shi sits down with Sivan Iram, Co-Founder and CEO of Flow Specialty. From coding in his childhood bedroom in Israel to navigating the complexities of venture-backed growth in Silicon Valley, Sivan shares a detailed, candid look into his entrepreneurial journey. He talks through his transition from soft…

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Surfacing The Science of Risk : An Interview with Jared Kaplan, CEO at Indigo Insurance 30:31

2M ago30:31

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Good morning and welcome to the latest episode of The Leadership In Insurance Podcast where where this week we are joined by Jared Kaplan, CEO of Indigo Insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Building Better Insurance with Data, AI, and a Mission-Driven Mindset with Martin Ellingsworth 42:21

2M ago42:21

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In this episode of Industry Voice, host Jeff Shi sits down with analytics and insurance veteran Martin Ellingsworth. With a career spanning over four decades—from the Air Force to corporate America to startup culture—Martin shares invaluable insights on transforming the insurance industry through data, ai, and human-centered innovation. The convers…

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