The Global Insurance Accelerator, a Des Moines-based organization supporting the development of insurtech startups, has announced its third class. The next cohort of six companies will benefit from additional perks, says managing director Brian Hemesath. Were adding subsidized housing, and were adding onsite visits with a number of our investor companies, he says. The [investing carriers] are recognizing that our cohort is great to work with. Read on to meet the startups, representing four countries the most globally diverse cohort to date.
Find Bob (Toronto, Ontario)
This company uses machine learning and gamification in its growth, transition and succession planning tool for financial advisors and insurance agents.
InsuranceMenu (Boston, Mass.)
Developers of a platform for local insurance agents incorporating more automation and real-time rate calculations into the benefits application process.
MotionsCloud (Munich, Germany)
This company is working on mobile and artificial intelligence applications that work within the insurance claims process.
RE-Sure (Detroit, Mich.)
A blockchain-enabled, app-driven, insurance product designed for the on-demand economy.
Sentrys (Belgrade, Serbia)
A data-protection platform for all members of the auto insurance value chain, from consumers to vehicle manufacturers and insurance companies.
ViewSpection (Tucson, Ariz.)
This company is developing a smartphone-centered data exchange platform that guides policyholders through an inspection of their property for remote agent and underwriter evaluation. It participated in the Global Insurance Accelerator's insurtech week this October.