Ep 276: Matheus Riolfi, CEO & Co-founder of Tint
FNO: InsureTech
In this kick-off episode of 2025, hosts Rob Beller and Lee Boyd welcome Matheus Riolfi, CEO and Co-founder of Tint. Matheus takes us into the world of embedded insurance, sharing insights about how Tint facilitates the integration of insurance products into consumer and enterprise platforms. Listeners will gain an understanding of this growing field, the impact it has across various industries, and how it could shape the future of insurance distribution. Key Highlights: The role of embedded insurance in offering tailored customer experiences and new product opportunities. Tint’s position...
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Ep 275: Jenn Knight, Co-founder & CTO, AgentSync
FNO: InsureTech
In this conversation, Rob Beller and Lee interview Jenn Knight, the CTO and co-founder of Agentsync, a technology company focused on streamlining the insurance compliance process. They discuss the company's origins, the role of technology in improving agent onboarding, and the evolving landscape of insurance technology. Jenn shares insights into the challenges faced by agents and carriers, the importance of personal connections in insurance, and the recent growth and fundraising success of Agentsync. Jenn also discusses her journey in fundraising, the importance of maintaining relationships...
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Ep 274: Garret Gray on A.I., INTRConnect 2025, and CoreLogic's Path to Innovation
FNO: InsureTech
Garret Gray, President of CoreLogic Global Insurance Solutions, joins Rob and Lee on the FNO: InsureTech Podcast to share insights into his industry experience, INTRConnect 2025, and the growing role of A.I. in insurance. He highlights CoreLogic's approach to innovation, collaboration, and addressing industry challenges. Key Highlights: INTRConnect 2025: Garret discusses how the event fosters collaboration among insurance stakeholders. A.I. Integration: Insights into CoreLogic's step-by-step adoption of A.I. for smarter solutions. Industry Challenges: Addressing high-risk...
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Ep 273: Data-Driven Service for Real Estate Buyers, PropertyLens, Bob Frady
FNO: InsureTech
In this episode of the FNO: InsureTech Podcast, we welcome back a favorite guest, Bob Frady, to discuss his latest venture in the real estate sector with PropertyLens. Bob shares his journey from the sale of Hazard Hub to Guidewire, his brief attempt at retirement, and the innovative new service he is developing for homebuyers. Tune in to discover how this new tool empowers buyers with essential data and guidance, ensuring informed decisions in the complex world of real estate. Key Highlights: Bob Frady discusses his transition from Hazard Hub to launching PropertyLens, a data-driven service...
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Ep 272: Driving Growth with Innovation: Great American's Sara Phillips on Federated Models, A.I., and Partnerships
FNO: InsureTech
On this episode, host Rob Beller welcomes Sara Phillips from Great American Insurance Group to discuss her pivotal role in new revenue, strategic acquisitions, and partnerships. Sara delves into how the organization maintains a federated model with 36 divisions, each operating with significant autonomy, while integrating innovative insuretech solutions to drive growth. This episode offers unique insights into navigating strategic investments and partnerships within the insurance industry and beyond. Key Highlights Sara Phillips explains her diverse role involving new revenue streams,...
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Ep 271: Unleashing Workforce Superpowers with KnowHow's Leighton Healey
FNO: InsureTech
Join us on this episode as we speak with Leighton Healey, CEO and founder of KnowHow. Leighton introduces Knowhow's transformative app that revolutionizes employee onboarding and training through innovative A.I. technologies. He explores the role of A.I. in property restoration and the significant impact of online reviews on businesses. Join Leighton and Lee as they dive into engaging insights on how technology redefines workforce competence and customer experiences. Key Highlights: Discover how KnowHow transitions companies from traditional operation manuals to a dynamic app. Understand the...
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Ep 270: Wildfire Insurance Challenges & InsureTech Innovations: Insights with Caribou Honig
FNO: InsureTech
In this episode of the FNO: InsureTech Podcast, Rob Beller and Lee Boyd sit down with Caribou Honig, Chairman and Co-Founder of InsureTech Connect. Ever charming and insightful, Caribou shares insights from his experience building a home in Santa Fe, covering the challenges of obtaining homeowners insurance in wildfire-prone areas. The discussion explores the innovations and challenges of the insuretech marketplace, the implications of market dislocation, and the role of innovative insuretech players in addressing gaps. His candid reflections on the sector's growth, the role of technology, and...
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Ep 269: Inside ITC Vegas: Innovation, Networking, and the Future of InsureTech with Bill Harris
FNO: InsureTech
FNO Insuretech listeners: Use promo code ITCVFNO200 for $200 off your ITC Vegas registration. Join us for a fun chat with Bill Harris, the Chief Customer Officer and co-founder of InsureTech Connect, as we dive into the exciting world of the upcoming InsureTech Connect Vegas (ITC Vegas) conference! Bill gives us the scoop on what attendees can look forward to, including cool new features, tailored programs, and those ever-popular networking opportunities. Bill shares how he helps make the massive conference feel cozy and manageable for everyone. From its startup-centric beginnings to now...
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Ep 268: Transforming Insurance: Carpe Data's Max Drucker on Data and AI Innovation
FNO: InsureTech
In this episode, Rob and Lee chat with Max Drucker, CEO and founder of Carpe Data, about the evolution of data usage in the insurance industry. Max shares insights into how Carpe Data harnesses innovative data products to automate decisions and predict insurance outcomes. From exploring the value of alternative data sources to discussing how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing the space, this episode offers a deep dive into the future of data-driven insurance solutions. Key Highlights: Introduction to Carpe Data and its mission in the insurance industry. The company’s journey from...
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Ep 267: Creating Seamless Insurance Solutions with Sivan Iram of Flow
FNO: InsureTech
In the latest episode of FNO: InsureTech, we sit down with Sivan Iram, Founder & CEO of Flow, to explore Flow’s role in the wholesale insurance brokerage industry. Sivan shares his unique insights into blending advanced technology with human expertise to provide unmatched service. Discover the significance behind Flow’s recent rebranding from Capitola, and gain valuable perspectives on AI’s role in enhancing broker workflows. Key Highlights: The inspiration and reasoning behind rebranding Capitola to Flow Specialty. How Flow combines human expertise with cutting-edge technology...
info_outlineRob and Lee start with some T-shirt talk before welcoming guest Gustavo Doria Filho, Founder of CQCS.
What began as an online network for insurance professionals in Brazil has flourished into a global community of over 100,000 subscribers. In the episode, Gustavo shares the journey of founding CQCS and highlights the vibrant landscape of insurance and innovation in Brazil, offering insights that resonate far beyond its borders. He talks about how Brazil's thriving InsurTech ecosystem is shaping the future of the industry worldwide and what we can expect from future events and opportunities.
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What You’ll Hear In This Episode:
[7:50] Gustavo’s career path and CQCS’s history.
[10:11] Organizing a mirror ITC event in Brazil.
[12:30] What was the first year like?
[14:35] In the US, each state has their own insurance regulator, while in Brazil, the entire country is under one regulator.
[16:26] The event is a mirror effect of the original ITC.
[17:39] Excitement about InsurTech in Brazil.
[19:47] Brazil’s paperless bank system.
[20:56] Gustavo highlights the growth of the insurance industry in Brazil.
[23:56] What attendees get out of the different sessions.
[26:56] Brazil’s great ecosystem that helps people both feel trusting and as though they are having fun.
[27:59] More about the big events in November 2024 and what we can expect.
[29:21] The small things that make a difference in the event, including a diverse speaker lineup, providing a zero waste event, and of course that Brazilian sunshine.