FNO: InsureTech

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech we are joined by Asaf Lifshitz, Co-Founder & CEO of Sayata Labs. With everything in our lives becoming more “cyber”, more accessible, more online, and more technological, there is a growing need for cyber security and cyber insurance. The Sayata Labs team combines the expertise of cybersecurity researchers, insurance professionals, IT developers, and data scientists to help insurance professionals grow their cyber business. We had the opportunity to have Asaf from Sayata Labs on the podcast to answer our cyber questions. Join Asaf, Rob, & Lee as they discuss: who are the people who cause cyber attacks; data breaches and the implications, what are some of the best practices to protect yourself; the growing awareness for cyber insurance, and more.

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech we are joined by Jim Albert, Chairman & Co-Founder of Neptune Flood Insurance. Neptune Flood Insurance is an insuretech provider of flood insurance to the private market in the United States. Flood insurance can be very complex and difficult to take on. Traditionally you hear of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and what they entail and provide; but, our guest offers a more modern, smarter, easier, and efficient alternative. Rob and Lee had the opportunity to talk with Jim and dive into flood insurance. Join Jim, Rob, & Lee as they discuss: how Neptune Flood Insurance leverages insuretech in their services; a brief history of the NFIP, Jim’s personal story and what led him to start Neptune Flood Insurance; Rob’s experience with flood insurance, and much more.

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech we are joined by returning guest Debbie Brackeen, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer (CSAA). Rob & Lee couldn’t fit their conversation with Debbie in one session, so they invited Debbie back to continue the discussion. (To listen to Part 1 of our conversation with Debbie, visit: https://bit.ly/37929Du) Debbie is responsible for identifying and executing on the growth strategies, opportunities, investments and ventures. Join Debbie, Rob, and Lee as they discuss: the value she and her team bring to catastrophes as they occur; Debbie’s passion for innovation and innovation as a “team sport”; handling strategy without an extensive insurance background; autonomous vehicles, the acceleration of change, and more.

On this episode, Rob & Lee talk with Gary Hallgren, President of Arity. The future of mobility is about more than just how we get from A to B—it’s about what moves us forward. Founded in 2016 by Allstate, Arity is an analytics company that combines data, cutting-edge technology, and decades of transportation expertise to help partners make data-based decisions that solve real problems for real people. Join Gary, Rob, and Lee on this episode as they discuss: Arity’s unique perspective and capabilities on data; the application and use of data acquired and leveraged by Arity; the possibility of one day having a “driver score”; the future of autonomous vehicles, the future of work, and more.

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, Rob & Lee talk with Dave Crosby, Co-Founder & CMO of Wyze. Their goal is simple: Make quality smart home technology accessible to everyone. Wyze Labs is a team composed of innovators and tech geeks obsessed with making smart home products accessible to everyone. Their belief is that customers shouldn’t have to compromise – beautifully designed smart home products should enrich people’s lives and be something everyone can afford. With its strong grasp on the IoT space and products that align with insurance companies, FNO: InsureTech couldn’t pass the opportunity to talk with Wyze. Join Dave, Rob, and Lee as they discuss: the story of Wyze and the motivation behind what they’re doing; the process of improving and enhancing the customer experience, making the smart home more accessible, what Wyze can bring to insurance, and more.

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, Rob & Lee talk with Farron Blanc, Co-Founder & CEO of Gerry. Senior living decisions are difficult, and it’s one of the most important you’ll make. Choosing a senior living facility for a loved one is confusing & stressful and can have serious consequences when done incorrectly. Gerry aims to become a trusted provider of expert advice & recommendations that geriatric families rely on to help navigate & plan their most important transitions. Rob and Lee had the opportunity to re-visit with Farron Blanc (who was previously featured in our Next Normal series) to take a deeper dive into Gerry. Join Rob, Lee, and Farron as they discuss: Gerry’s focus on the senior population and assisting in senior independence; the reality of handling senior living decisions; the data that is leveraged in creating customized experiences for customers; the future of Gerry and goals to help seniors thrive on their own terms, and more.

On this special episode of FNO: InsureTech, Rob & Lee talk with Musheer Ahmed, Founder & CEO of FraudScope. Every year billions of dollars are lost to fraud, waste and abuse in the healthcare industry. Atlanta-based FraudScope leverages an AI-assisted platform that detects problematic claims and provider behavior early to empower users to control costs and reduce fraud. Rob and Lee tread new territory and explore the world of healthcare fraud and what a great way to do it with FraudScope’s Founder & CEO, Musheer Ahmed. Join Rob, Lee, and Musheer as they discuss: the problems that are plaguing the $300+ billion dollar healthcare industry; how FraudScope helps healthcare and the systems within; some examples of healthcare fraud; the fraud that is happening around COVID-19, and more.

On this special episode of FNO: InsureTech, the podcast production team interviews hosts Rob Beller and Lee Boyd. As we reach the 100th episode of the podcast, Alisha and Aldrin interview Rob and Lee in hopes to inform, educate, and entertain listeners on who the hosts are. They also ask Rob and Lee a variety of questions about the show, looking back at the past and into the future of FNO: InsureTech. Join Rob, Lee, Alisha, and Aldrin as they discuss: who are Rob and Lee; what they have learned over the last 99 episodes, what to look forward to in the next 100 episodes, why insurance and underwear are so alike, and much more.

On this special edition of FNO: News, we talk with Chris Cheatham,   VP of Product, Insurance Intelligence at Bold Penguin, on RiskGenius' acquisition by Bold Penguin. If any agents are interested in previewing the T2 Terminal, the new retail agency platform at Bold Penguin, contact Chris at chris@riskgenius.com.  

On this episode of FNO: InsureTech, Rob and Lee talk with Henriette Fleischmann & Rachelle Villalon, Co-Founders of Hosta Labs. A TechStars and VC-backed company born out of MIT, Hosta Labs saves time and costs to assess interior building spaces all from a simple smartphone picture, no special equipment nor lengthy manual assessments. Hosta's Hopper AI extracts rich information from your images to output a bill of materials, floor plans, 3d models, estimated dimensions, and more. Rob and Lee had the opportunity to talk with Rachelle and Henriette and learn more about Hosta Labs. Join Rachelle, Henriette, Rob, and Lee as they discuss: what Hosta Labs is, and what is Hopper AI; a walkthrough of their technology and application of it; Rachelle’s education and experience and how it led to the founding to Hosta Labs; thoughts on the value of graduate education; implementation of innovation and change in a conservative, regulated industry; and much more.