Chubb Studio launched a new developer portal
November 15, 20234 min
Chubb's B2B2C partner companies and their developers gain even greater digital insurance integration ease and optionality.
Higginbotham joins forces with Alabama’s WRM Group, LLC
November 15, 20235 min
Commitment to clients, relationships forges bond between Texas firm and Alabama agency group
Guidewire partners with Swiss Re Reinsurance Solutions
November 14, 20234 min
Guidewire announced its partnership with Swiss Re Reinsurance Solutions to help build a more interconnected insurance industry through the use of technology. Based on a shared commitment to insurance innovation and excellence, the collaboration will help grow the insurance industry by reducing points of operational friction between risks, insureds, insurers, reinsurers, and intermediaries. The partnership will provide Guidewire and Swiss Re customers with a suite of analytics products, integrations, and data transfer mechanisms, starting with...
IMG wins Two 2023 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards
November 10, 20234 min
IMG (International Medical Group), an award-winning global insurance benefits and assistance services company, was awarded two 2023 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards in the Online Travel Services Marketing category, specifically recognizing the company’s mobile app and their most recent marketing campaign. IMG was recognized for IMG Mobile, its state-of-the-art mobile app that allows customers to access their IMG insurance and assistance services from anywhere in the world without a computer. “It’s truly an honor for IMG...
LXA raises US$10M in Seed Funding Round Led by NEA
November 9, 20235 min
Ex-Blackstone Asia Partner and former Better executive launch mortgage asset management and technology platform in Asia
Applied Underwriters unveils United Risk, Taps Dan Malloy as CEO
November 8, 20235 min
Newly consolidated top-level holding company harnesses billions in MGA premium, set to expand in select markets with elite veteran teams
Embroker announced strategic partnership with Ascend
November 7, 20234 min
Ascend, the leading provider of financial operations automation software to the insurance industry, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with Embroker, a pioneering digital platform making it radically simple to secure business insurance. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the insurance industry by combining Ascend’s cutting-edge financial automation solutions with Embroker’s expertise in providing tailored, innovative insurance products for business risk profiles and verticals. Ascend is the industry’s sole solution that fully automates the entire insurance...
Markel appointed Chris Conyard as Digital & Portfolio Executive
November 6, 20234 min
Markel, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), has appointed Chris Conyard as Digital & Portfolio Executive in its distribution strategies and business development (DS&BD) team. In his new position, Conyard will work closely with the underwriting and business development teams to support Markel’s long-term sustainable growth and operational effectiveness. He will also play an imperative role in helping to lead and develop Markel’s distribution strategy. With more than 20 years of experience in the global...
Futuristic Underwriters launches for Commercial P&C Insurance
November 3, 20233 min
A new managing general agent (MGA), Futuristic Underwriters, opens its doors with a mission to reduce commercial property & casualty risk by leveraging the power of technology.
Travelex announces VP of Sales, Matt Seymour
November 2, 20233 min
As the U.S. travel industry continues to recover, Travelex Insurance Services Inc. has named Matt Seymour vice president of sales across the business. Previously the North American director of global supplier management at CWT, Seymour brings more than 25 years of experience in the areas of distribution, sales, supplier management, and strategic sales transformation. “The travel industry really bounced back this year, creating new opportunities for Travelex, so Matt is joining us at the optimal time,” said Shannon...