Brokers

Insurance blockchain working group The Institutes RiskStream Collaborative has partnered with Trustlayer to build out an insurance verification proof of concept.

Activist investor Starboard Value disclosed a new position in Willis Towers Watson Plc Thursday, and said it believes the insurance broker could nearly double its share price in the next three years.

Tamara Simpkins Franklin is new Chief Digital, Data, and Analytics Officer for the brokerage effective October 1.

It is the first carrier to partner with BrokerTech Ventures

Insurance policies typically sold through face-to-face channels require intense advice and demand creation. Insurers must take steps now to adapt to the new landscape.

The startups selected will gain access to engagement and distribution offerings through BrokerTech Ventures’ nine owners and partners.

Launch of Des Moines-based BrokerTech Ventures shows distributors increasingly interested in digitalization.

Gallagher maintains a client book with commissions and fees exceeding $3 million annually while also teaching and mentoring.

The commercial insurance broker's pilot, in partnership with IBM and ACORD, is the second such initiative in the P&C sector.

Said Taiym will implement emerging technologies that will aid the broker in delivering improved strategic risk solutions for clients.