The Leadership in Insurance Podcast - Insurtech & Innovation Dynamic Risks, Dynamic Solutions,: A Conversation with Rachel Olney from EarthDaily Analytics.
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Dec 16, 2024 Rachel Olney, GM of Insurance Line of Business at EarthDaily Analytics, is reshaping the insurance landscape through innovative geospatial analytics. She discusses the power of geospatial data in dynamic risk modeling and how it transforms insurance strategies. Rachel shares her candid journey through navigating acquisitions and the challenges of leadership while emphasizing the importance of building strong, mission-driven teams. Additionally, she highlights the unique struggles faced by female CEOs in tech and the vital need for mentorship and visibility.
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Bridging the Gap
- Combining data expertise with industry-specific knowledge is crucial for making data actionable.
- This approach bridges the gap between technical capabilities and real-world applications.
Alleyway Phone Calls
- Rachel Olney took phone calls in an alleyway to avoid disturbing her small team in their cramped office.
- This anecdote highlights the unglamorous reality of being a founder/CEO, contrasting with the perceived glamour.
Team as Motivation
- Rachel Olney's primary motivation for founding Geosite was her passion for making geospatial data usable.
- She was surprised to find that building and leading a team became a significant driver, too.