FNO: InsureTech

Catch the latest episode of FNO: InsureTech where hosts Rob and Lee chat with Heather Wentworth, Chief Consultant at Accelerant. Discover how Accelerant's expert team, innovative technology, and dynamic analytics are revolutionizing specialty underwriting for profitable growth. Heather also shares insights from her previous role as Chief Data Officer. Enjoyed the show? We welcome your guest suggestions at almoss@alacritysolutions.com. Join us for a deep dive into the future of insuretech!

Host Rob interviews Tomer Kashi, CEO and Co-founder of VOOM Insurance, discussing VOOM's journey in insuretech over the past six years, pay-per-mile and usage-based models, the data advantage VOOM possesses, and more.

On the most recent episode of FNO: InsureTech, hosts Rob and Lee engage in an insightful dialogue with Matthew Mosher, the President & CEO of AM Best Rating Services. As a leading global credit rating agency and data analytics provider in the insurance sector, AM Best's services evaluate the creditworthiness of over 16,000 insurance companies around the globe. Their independent and interactive credit ratings offer a comprehensive view of an insurance company's ability to meet its financial obligations, including claim payouts and debt repayments. Dive into this episode as Rob and Lee delve into the workings of AM Best, the significance of their ratings, their unique methodologies, an interesting conversation on climate change, and other intriguing topics. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation. Like what you hear on FNO: InsureTech? Know someone who would be a great guest for the podcast? Let us know: Email us at almoss@alacritysolutions.com.

In the latest episode of FNO: InsureTech, hosts  Rob and Lee had the pleasure of speaking with AM Best TV's Lee McDonald on the founding, growth and development of the FNO: InsureTech podcast. With over 200 episodes and counting, we're excited to continue the journey of sharing insuretech with listeners. Check out the interview in video: https://lnkd.in/gnXP-z97 Like what you hear on FNO: InsureTech? Know someone who would be a great guest for the podcast? Let us know: Email us at almoss@alacritysolutions.com.

Check out the latest episode of FNO: InsureTech, fresh from the Vault, featuring Bruce Lucas, Founder & CEO of Slide Insurance – a trailblazing Tampa-based company. Join Lee and Rob as they delve into the world of Slide, a company that combines technology and insurance expertise to hyper-personalize, optimize, and streamline the home insurance process since 2021. Discover how Slide makes it effortless for modern homeowners to find the perfect coverage tailored to their unique needs and budgets. Listen in as Bruce shares his insights on big data, his extensive experience in the insurance industry, and how technology drives better outcomes for consumers and businesses alike. Don't miss this captivating conversation with Bruce, Rob, and Lee.

We're delighted to have Cole Winans joining us this week, serving as the Vice President and General Manager of Property Solutions at LexisNexis® Risk Solutions. LexisNexis® Risk Solutions equips customers with advanced decision-making tools and solutions, merging public and industry-specific content with cutting-edge technology and analytics, enabling them to assess and predict risks while optimizing operational efficiency. Tune in as Rob connects with the former CEO and Founder of Flyreel to discuss his new position as VP and GM of Property Solutions at LexisNexis® Risk Solutions. Don't miss their engaging conversation on Cole's experiences, his entrepreneurial journey from launching a startup to being acquired, and his current responsibilities at LexisNexis®. This insightful discussion is a must-listen for founders and startup executives alike. Like what you hear on FNO: InsureTech? Know someone who would be a great guest for the podcast? Let us know: Email us at almoss@alacritysolutions.com.

Rob and Lee attended Alacrity Solutions’ 2023 ACCESS Conference, held in Orlando, Florida, earlier this week, to not only celebrate the success of Alacrity’s contractor network, but to talk with some guests that are actively using and/or supporting a managed repair program. Join our hosts as they talk with (in consecutive order) Dr. Theresa Young, MBA,CPCU, PMP, ArE, Claims Homeowners Operations Process Manager at CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer; Steven Gregory, Vice President of Claims at Tower Hill Insurance Group; Scott Severe, SVP, Alliances and Industry Relations at CoreLogic | Nextgear Solutions; and Jonathan Miko, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, at Alacrity Solutions. Don’t miss this episode that discusses the application, management, and innovation of managed repair networks and what they bring to the insurance industry. Like what you hear on FNO: InsureTech? Know someone who would be a great guest for the podcast? Let us know: Email us at almoss@alacritysolutions.com.

As the FNO: InsureTech crew prepares to attend the 2023 ACCESS Conference, Rob and Lee bring out a great episode from the FNO: InsureTech Vault, featuring Jamie Trish, President of Insurance at Fairmatic.  Fairmatic is an auto insurance option that empowers users to lower premium every month by proactively optimizing your safety scores and driving performance. Bottom line: they help you save money and protect your business. Join Rob and Lee as they talk with Jamie and learn more about Fairmatic, Jamie’s experience, startup culture, and much more.

Kin’s mission is to reimagine home insurance For Every New Normal. Kin is built for the future and prepared to meet its challenges head on while helping our customers do the same. Levering business tech innovation, they bring affordable pricing without compromising coverage and service to their customers. Our guest for this episode is returning Sean Harper, Co-Founder & CEO of Kin. With almost four years since our first conversation with Sean (Episode 53), it was about time for us to revisit and see what Kin is up to. Join Sean, Rob, and Lee as they talk about Kin, what’s changed since in the past four years, business models, D2C, and much more. To learn more about Kin, visit https://www.kin.com. Like what you hear on FNO: InsureTech? Know someone who would be a great guest for the podcast? Let us know: Email us at almoss@alacritysolutions.com.

Sana is building better health plans for small businesses. Founded in 2017 on the belief that quality healthcare should be understandable, accessible, and affordable for all, Sana is going above and beyond the status quo with health plans that provide high-quality healthcare while keeping costs down. Our guest for this episode is Will Young, Co-Founder & CEO of Sana. Prior to Sana, Will helped hundreds of small business owners manage payroll and benefits as the head of operations at Justworks, a venture-backed PEO. He also spent two years at Google before earning his MBA from Harvard. Join Will, Rob, and Lee on the 217th episode of FNO: Insuretech as they talk Sana, the world of healthcare, Will’s experience, and more. To learn more about Sana, visit https://www.sanabenefits.com.