Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) (“Emerald” or the “Company”) announced its acquisition of all assets of Insurtech Insights, a London-based company that serves the growing insurance technology community. Insurtech Insights produces leading conferences across Europe, Asia, and the U.S., serving as a premier platform for networking, education, and innovation in insurance.
The acquisition marks Emerald’s entry into the insurance technology sector, reinforcing its strategy to expand into high growth markets, and strengthens its portfolio through strategic acquisitions.
Founded in 2018, Insurtech Insights has established itself as a leading platform for insurance technology professionals, bringing together insurers, brokers, technology providers, investors, and thought leaders to explore innovations shaping the industry’s future. The company helps carriers, brokers, and startups leverage digital technology to improve efficiency, increase revenue, and navigate the industry’s digital transformation.
“Technology, particularly AI and automation, is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, pushing businesses to innovate faster than ever,” said Hervé Sedky, President & CEO of Emerald. “Our entry into the insurance technology sector through our acquisition of Insurtech Insights is a pivotal moment for us. This acquisition is not just about expanding our portfolio; it is about strategically blending Emerald’s event expertise with Insurtech Insight’s deep industry knowledge to create unparalleled platforms that drive innovation, foster connections, and support the industry’s digital transformation.”
Insurtech Insights produces three large-scale conferences in London, Hong Kong and New York, serving as a hub for networking, education, and innovation. The 2025 events will take place in London on March 19-20, New York on June 4-5, and Hong Kong on December 3-4. Industry professionals gain access to insights, emerging trends, and technological advancements in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data analytics, automation, and cloud computing, ensuring they are prepared for continued innovation.
“Since our first conference in 2018, our mission has been to empower insurance professionals with insights, inspiration, and network. We are incredibly proud to have become the largest insurance community globally, connecting more than 15,000 leaders across our three global conferences and reaching over 100,000 online. Partnering with Emerald, a leader in live events and professional communities, will allow us to create even more value by delivering a world-class customer experience and investing more in our content and community development, paving the way for more valuable connections at our conferences. Emerald shares our vision and is deeply committed to our long-term strategy and success. I’m excited about the future of Insurtech Insights and how we can play an even greater role in shaping the future of insurance,” said Kristoffer Lundberg, CEO of Insurtech Insights.
