The Leadership in Insurance Podcast - Insurtech & Innovation

🔍🎙️ New Podcast Episode: Live now!This week on the Leadership in Insurance Podcast, we’re thrilled to feature Christie Horvath, CEO and Founder of Wagmo, a pioneering insurtech empowering responsible pet parenting. 🐾Christie’s entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of remarkable. From her beginnings in big finance at BlackRock to founding Wagmo during business school, Christie has faced and overcome challenges most of us can only imagine.In this episode, she opens up about the moments that shaped Wagmo’s success—including the bold decision to pivot from direct-to-consumer to a B2B2C model, tailoring pet wellness solutions for employers and their teams. 🎯 Here’s what you’ll learn:🧩The challenges of hiring for roles you’ve never encountered before. How to create focus and drive success by narrowing your business strategy.🏃‍♀️Why the secret sauce isn’t just building a great team—but aligning them to sprint together. 🔥Candid advice on what not to do as a founder—lessons learned the hard way. 💡 One of the standout lessons? The importance of bold pivots. Wagmo’s decision to shift focus wasn’t easy—essentially rebuilding the company and team—but it’s now paying off in dividends.Whether you’re a founder, a leader, or someone passionate about startup stories, Christie’s transparent and thoughtful insights are bound to inspire.💬 What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned about leadership or scaling a business? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!#Leadership #Insurance #Podcast #Wagmo #StartupLessons #ScalingUp #PetWellness

🌟 Revisiting One of Our Most Insightful Episodes with Maria Coko 🌟This Monday, we’re bringing back one of our most-watched and most-loved episodes of the year! 🎙️ Maria Coko, COO at Insurtech Gateway, joined The Leadership in Insurance Podcast to share her invaluable insights into the world of incubation, investment, and innovation in insurtech.Maria’s episode struck a chord with so many of you because of her candid discussion about:💡 What makes Insurtech Gateway unique in its structure and approach.🚀 How they maintain a high deal velocity while supporting their portfolio companies.🎨 The creative side of being a COO, and how that shapes their strategy.🌍 The importance of local market insights and LP relationships in their success.If you missed it the first time or want to revisit the wisdom Maria shared, now’s your chance! Join us as we spotlight this standout conversation again—perfect for anyone eager to understand how insurtech innovation is nurtured and scaled.🎧 Tune in Monday to revisit this must-listen episode! #LeadershipInInsurance #Insurtech #Innovation #Investment #Incubation #BusinessLeadership #MariaCoko #Podcast

Revisiting One of Our Most-Viewed and Favorite Episodes of the Year👏🏼We’re excited to re-upload one of our most-viewed and favorite episodes from The Leadership in Insurance Podcast, now live!Alex Hearn, CEO and Founder of Slipcase, shares the incredible story behind the platform’s evolution from a social tool to a powerhouse for curated content in the insurance and reinsurance industries. This episode has been one of the top performers of the year, offering unique insights that continue to resonate with our audience.💡What you’ll hear in this episode:💫Slipcase’s journey from a social tool to a leading industry platform.💫The rise of data-driven content and its pivotal role in insurance marketing.💫Exciting growth plans, including a major platform upgrade and strategic acquisition.If you haven’t listened yet, now is the perfect time to dive in. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving insurance space!#LeadershipInInsurance #PodcastRevisit #MostViewedEpisode #Slipcase #Innovation #ContentMarketing

🌟 Revisiting One of Our Favorites! 🌟As we approach the end of the year, we're taking a moment to reflect on some of the standout conversations from The Leadership in Insurance Podcast. One episode that continues to resonate is our deep dive with Tom Spier, Chief Commercial Officer at Supercede.Tom joined us to discuss:✨ The future of reinsurance platforms and how Supercede is transforming the landscape.✨ The importance of technology in simplifying complex processes.✨ His insights into building partnerships, driving innovation, and navigating the insurance industry's challenges.Whether you’re new to this episode or revisiting it with us, it’s packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking discussions that are as relevant today as they were when we first released it.Let us know your key takeaways in the comments! 👇#InsuranceInnovation #Leadership #Podcast #Reinsurance #Supercede

🎙️ New Episode Alert: The Leadership in Insurance Podcast 🎙️This week, we’re excited to welcome Rachel Olney, GM of the Insurance Line of Business at EarthDaily Analytics, to the show! 🚀From founder to innovator, Rachel has navigated two acquisitions and now leads groundbreaking work in geospatial analytics for the insurance industry. 🌍💡In this episode, Rachel shares:🌐 The transformative power of geospatial data in risk modeling.💡 How dynamic risk insights are reshaping insurance strategies.🤝 The importance of building strong, mission-driven teams.🎯 Her candid experiences navigating leadership and industry challenges.Whether you’re a fan of innovation, a tech enthusiast, or simply curious about how cutting-edge data is driving real-world change, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!👉 Drop your thoughts in the comments and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!#LeadershipInInsurance #Podcast #GeospatialAnalytics #InsuranceInnovation #RiskManagement

🎙 New Episode of the Leadership in Insurance Podcast – Out Now!This week, I had the privilege of speaking with Jacqueline Schafer, founder of Clearbrief.ai, about how AI is revolutionizing legal writing and risk management.Jacqueline shared her inspiring journey from litigator and in-house counsel to tech founder, creating a tool that’s transforming how legal teams work.In this episode, we discuss:✅ The inspiration behind Clearbrief.ai and its role in modernizing legal writing.✅ The challenges of launching a startup during the pandemic.✅ Why Clearbrief.ai is trusted by teams like Microsoft’s to reduce risks and boost efficiency.✅ The impact of integrating AI with tools like Microsoft Word.✅ Clearbrief.ai’s global expansion and the importance of partnerships like LexisNexis.Clearbrief.ai’s integration with Microsoft Word has been a game-changer, bringing the power of AI into a tool that legal professionals use every day. This thoughtful approach to usability has been instrumental in its rapid adoption by law firms and corporate legal teams.Jacqueline also gives us a glimpse of what’s next for Clearbrief.ai: ongoing innovation, expanded functionality, and a commitment to helping legal teams work smarter, not harder.If you’re curious about how AI is transforming the legal sector—or you’re just looking for inspiration from a leader who’s driving change—this is an episode you won’t want to miss.🎧 Listen now and join the conversation about the future of legal innovation!#LeadershipInInsurance #AI #LegalTech #ClearbriefAI #Innovation #Podcast

🎙 New Episode of the Leadership in Insurance Podcast – Live Now!This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with Joan Kois Woodward, EVP of Public Policy at Travelers and Founding President of the Travelers Institute.Joan is a true trailblazer with an incredible career spanning Capitol Hill, Goldman Sachs, and now, leading one of the most dynamic and impactful “do tanks” in the insurance industry.In this episode, Joan shares her deep expertise and passion for driving innovation, education, and societal impact through insurance. We cover:✅ How the Travelers Institute tackles critical global challenges like cybersecurity, distracted driving, and workforce risks, and why these issues matter to businesses and individuals alike.✅ The role of insurance as a catalyst for innovation—from enabling advancements in self-driving cars to climate resilience and cyber defense.✅ Her commitment to diversity and inclusion in the industry, including the launch of SheGolfs, a groundbreaking initiative empowering women to break barriers in traditionally male-dominated spaces.✅ Why insurance is essential for society, acting as the backbone for businesses and individuals to recover, thrive, and innovate in an ever-changing world.Joan’s perspective is a must-hear for anyone interested in leadership, public policy, innovation, or the transformative role of insurance.Whether you’re leading a business, navigating risk, or simply curious about how insurance impacts nearly every aspect of our lives, this episode is packed with invaluable insights.🎧 Tune in now to hear why Joan believes that education and collaboration are the keys to shaping a better future for our industry and society.#LeadershipInInsurance #Podcast #TravelersInstitute #InnovationInInsurance #Cybersecurity #DiversityInLeadership #BusinessLeadership

🔥 New Episode Alert: Leadership in Insurance Podcast 🔥🚀 This week, I had the pleasure of hosting Dan Israel, Managing Director of the Global Insurance Accelerator (GIA), on the podcast. 🌟 As a leader in one of the first accelerators dedicated to insurance innovation, Dan has spent over a decade connecting startups with mentors, investors, and the resources they need to succeed. 💡 Under his leadership, the GIA has built a globally recognized program that helps early-stage companies solve foundational business challenges and accelerate their growth. 🌍✨In our conversation, Dan shared fascinating insights into:💡 The critical role mentorship plays in guiding startups through the complex insurance landscape.🎯 How the GIA’s rigorous selection process identifies founders with game-changing ideas.📈 The trends and themes shaping the future of insurance—from AI-driven solutions to new models of customer care.Dan’s passion for innovation and his commitment to nurturing the next generation of insurance leaders is truly inspiring. 🙌 Whether you’re a startup founder, an investor, or just curious about how the industry is evolving, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. 🔥🎧 Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of insurtech! Listen now: #LeadershipInInsurance #Insurtech #Podcast #Innovation #Mentorship

🎙️ New Episode Out Now! 🎙️This week on The Leadership in Insurance Podcast, Alex Bond is joined by Juan Garcia, Co-Founder of Tuio, to discuss how this cutting-edge insurtech is simplifying insurance for a new generation of customers. If you’re curious about how technology is revolutionizing the industry, this episode is a must-watch (or listen!).By combining advanced data insights with AI-powered customer interactions, Tuio delivers:🔹 Smarter, personalized pricing that factors in not just assets, but also customer behavior.🔹 A claims process that’s fast, efficient, and digital-first, managed entirely in-house for better customer experiences.🔹 Clear, jargon-free policies designed for digital-native customers who demand value for money.📌 Key highlights from the episode:✅ Customer-first innovation: Why Tuio is focused on serving a digitally savvy generation often overlooked by traditional insurers.✅ AI at work: How their virtual assistant “Leia” handles 60% of customer queries autonomously, with higher satisfaction scores than human agents.✅ Granular pricing: How Tuio uses unique data sources, like Spain’s cadastre, to tailor policies and improve risk prediction.✅ Claims reimagined: Why managing claims in-house isn’t just a choice but a commitment to better customer outcomes and lower loss ratios.✅ Future growth: Juan shares Tuio’s vision for expanding into Southern Europe by 2025-26.This conversation is packed with actionable insights on how insurtechs like Tuio are bridging the gap between what customers want and what insurance delivers—and it’s a fascinating look into the future of the industry.📢 Don’t forget to like, share, and comment! What excites you most about Tuio’s approach to insurance?#Insurtech #LeadershipPodcast #InsuranceInnovation #CustomerExperience #AI #