As AI continues to permeate the insurance ecosystem, a new term is capturing headlines and strategy decks alike: Agentic AI. But what does it really mean — and is it more than just hype?

In this exclusive session, InsurTech NY and Lazarus AI bring together top enterprise technology leaders to unpack the promise, limitations, and realities of Agentic AI in insurance.

What You’ll Learn

• What makes Agentic AI distinct from traditional automation and GenAI models
• Realistic insurance use cases: where is it delivering value today — and where isn’t it?
• How CIOs and innovation teams are evaluating Agentic AI in terms of risk, ROI, and strategic timing
• Whether this is a genuine leap forward — or the latest AI buzzword

John Keddy

VP, Insurance Solutions | Lazarus AI

John Keddy is the VP of Insurance Solutions at Lazarus AI, where he leads the development of next-generation solutions focused on secure, cloud-first infrastructure for the insurance industry. With a career spanning CIO, CTO, and CISO roles, John brings deep expertise in enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and scalable platform strategy. He has overseen large global development teams as well as lean, innovation-driven tech organizations. Known for balancing transformation with operational rigor, John is a trusted advisor to companies navigating digital modernization, with a particular focus on applying AI responsibly in high-stakes environments.

Kartik Sakthivel

VP & CIO | LIMRA & LOMA

Karthik Sakthivel is the Vice President and Chief Information Officer at LIMRA and LOMA, where he leads global IT strategy for the world’s largest insurance industry trade association. With 20+ years in enterprise technology and leadership roles at Liberty Mutual and beyond, Karthik drives digital transformation across member organizations in over 70 countries. A 3× TEDx speaker, ORBIE Award winner, and author, he champions people-first innovation, agile transformation, and forward-looking tech adoption. He brings a sharp focus on how AI, security, and infrastructure intersect with strategy — and how leaders can unlock lasting impact across both business and tech.

Mindy Chen

Vice President of AI and Analytics | Mutual of Omaha

Mindy Chen is Vice President of AI & Analytics at Mutual of Omaha, where she leads cross-functional teams harnessing generative AI and advanced data to reimagine customer and associate experiences. A Silicon Valley–trained strategist, she’s scaled analytics from startup scrappiness to enterprise scale, helping teams grow from 3 to 34 and revenue from early traction to market dominance. Her work sits at the intersection of data science, consumer insight, and business transformation — delivering not just answers, but action. Mindy brings deep experience across SaaS, insurance, and healthtech, with a leadership style rooted in curiosity, clarity, and commercial impact.

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Join InsurTech NY and Verisk Analytics as we explore how Augmented Underwriting blends machine intelligence with underwriter expertise.

In an era of tightening margins and rising customer expectations, underwriting teams need more than rules engines and gut instinct. Join us for a fast-paced 30-minute webinar to explore how Augmented Underwriting blends machine intelligence with underwriter expertise to accelerate decisions, improve consistency, and uncover hidden risk.

You’ll get a firsthand look at how the solution surfaces intelligent recommendations, flags anomalies, and delivers contextual insights—right within your existing workflows. Whether you’re looking to boost profitability, streamline submissions, or empower your underwriters, this session will show how you can start making smarter, faster decisions today.

Key Takeaways:

• What “augmented” really means (and doesn’t) in underwriting
• How to balance automation with human expertise
• Real-world examples of improved risk selection and workflow speed
• Where to start: tips for phased adoption and early wins

About Verisk Analytics

Verisk (NASDAQ: VRSK) is a leading global data analytics and technology company that helps insurers make smarter decisions across underwriting, claims, and risk assessment. With deep industry expertise and trusted AI-powered solutions, Verisk supports more accurate risk evaluation, operational efficiency, and better outcomes across the insurance value chain.

Vikash Kothari

GTM – Financial Services | Anthropic

Vikash Kothari is a sales leader at Anthropic with over 15 years of experience in enterprise sales and go-to-market strategy. A 6x President’s Club winner, he’s led high-performing teams at Slack and helped scale startups like Wyng from the ground up. Vikash specializes in building scalable sales operations and driving growth across AI and SaaS. At InsurTech NY’s Augmented Underwriting webinar, he’ll share insights on creating repeatable, high-impact sales strategies.

Saul Flores

Vice President – Head of Product Growth | Verisk

Saul Flores is the VP and Head of Product Growth at Verisk, where he leads strategy and commercialization for cutting-edge data and analytics solutions. Formerly a Partner at BCG and Chief Strategy Officer at AKQA, Saul brings over a decade of global experience helping Fortune 500s scale innovation and drive digital transformation. With roots in economics and executive training from Stanford GSB, he bridges business vision with product execution to unlock sustainable growth.

Nicole Ricci

Head of Commercial GenAI Underwriting Assistant | Verisk

Nicole Ricci is Head of Commercial GenAI Underwriting Assistant at Verisk, where she leads innovation efforts to empower underwriters with intelligent tools that drive efficiency and accuracy. With 20 years of experience spanning operations, product strategy, and insurance technology, Nicole excels at translating complex data into actionable solutions. Her deep industry insight and passion for solving customer pain points have made her a key driver of AI-powered transformation across underwriting teams.

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In a market defined by rapid change, the most resilient insurers aren’t those who buy the biggest systems – they’re the ones who adapt the fastest. Today, transformation isn’t about overhauling core infrastructure or investing in bloated, all-in-one platforms. It’s about building flexibility into your operations: filling the gaps, enforcing your own rules, and deploying tailored workflows that evolve with your needs.

This webinar, held in partnership with Neota Logic, will explore how leading insurers are shifting from platform dependency to a portfolio mindset.

What You’ll Learn

• Why flexibility—not just scale—is the new currency of operational success
• How leading insurers are shifting from rigid platforms to portfolio-based workflows
• Real-world examples of no-code and AI-driven tools powering faster adaptation
• Frameworks for filling process gaps without ripping out your existing tech stack
• Actionable steps to increase speed, reduce cost, and future-proof your operations

Tony Tarquini

Co-Author of The InsurTECH Book

Tony Tarquini is a recognized thought leader and strategist in insurance technology, with over 30 years of experience as an advisor, mentor, and conference speaker. He is the co-author of The InsurTECH Book, an Amazon best-seller, and has held senior roles at Pegasystems and Synapse Ecosystems. A former international athlete, Tony brings a high-performance mindset to innovation and market transformation. He is a graduate of the University of Dundee, with executive education from INSEAD and Henley Business School. Tony is a frequent media contributor and is known for delivering sharp, engaging insights into the future of insurance.

Andy Hawkes

CEO | Cardinus Risk Management

Andy has been CEO of Cardinus since 2006. Prior to joining, Andy founded Evolution Underwriting Group, a UK SME insurance operation, was Assistant General Manager at Travelers Insurance UK, and before that was Ecommerce and Global Marketing Director at Independent Insurance plc. He is Past President of the International Institute for Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) and Past President of the Insurance Institute of Peterborough and was a trustee of The Alchemy Charitable Trust and The Insurance Charities. He has also been a non executive director of a number of companies.

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The old trade-off between financial returns and impact is dead. Today’s most successful investors are proving you can outperform the market while driving real, measurable change.

Join us for this exclusive, LP-only webinar, where you’ll gain insider knowledge on how to tap into hidden investment opportunities that deliver both exceptional returns and meaningful impact.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

• 🔥 The secret to identifying high-growth, high-impact investment opportunities in health, climate, and economic resilience
• 💡 Proven strategies for finding and funding private investments that generate top-tier returns
• 📈 Exclusive case studies of impact-driven investments that have outperformed traditional portfolios
• 🚀 Actionable deployment strategies to meet your dual mandate—without sacrificing financial upside

This isn’t just another webinar—it’s a game-changer for investors looking to future-proof their portfolios while making a lasting impact.

📅 Spots are limited—reserve yours now and gain a competitive edge in impact investing!

David Gritz

Co-Founder | InsurTech NY

David Gritz is a leading authority on high-yield impact investing. As the co-founder of InsurTech NY and InsurTech Fund, he has helped incubate over 150 companies that have collectively raised $1B+ in capital—driving better health outcomes, faster disaster recovery, and economic growth. He also advises top insurers managing over $36 trillion on how to invest in ways that maximize financial returns while creating a more resilient world.

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Driving Growth and Transformation in Renewals & New Business

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the insurance industry, but its potential extends far beyond workflow automation. In this exclusive webinar, Hyperexponential brings together industry experts to explore how insurers are leveraging AI to transform both renewals and new business strategies.

Our panel will discuss:

• How AI-driven insights are helping insurers better understand risk profiles and streamline the renewal process.
• The role of AI in expanding underwriting capabilities—enabling insurers to confidently write business they previously avoided.
• Whether AI is merely automating processes or actively driving top-line growth and strategic expansion.

Risa Ryan

Head of US P&C | Hyperexponential

Risa Ryan is the Head of US P&C at Hyperexponential, where she leads analytics-driven initiatives in the insurance sector. With extensive experience in underwriting and data analysis, she previously served as Chief Underwriting Officer at Sompo International and held leadership roles at Swiss Re Corporate Solutions and QBE North America. She is also the founder of UnRetire, focusing on innovative approaches to career transitions.

Richard Gunn

President, CRO | Hyperexponential

Richard Gunn is the President and Chief Revenue Officer at Hyperexponential, leading the company’s U.S. expansion and driving revenue growth. With over a decade of experience in strategy, operations, and financial consulting, he previously worked as an independent consultant advising on corporate strategy and due diligence. His background includes leadership roles at Deloitte and Accenture, where he specialized in finance strategy and market analysis.

Brian Johnson

Head of North American Actuarial Advisory | Guy Carpenter

Brian Johnson is the Head of North American Actuarial Advisory at Guy Carpenter, where he leads strategic actuarial initiatives for insurers and reinsurers. With extensive expertise in risk analysis, pricing, and capital management, he plays a key role in shaping actuarial strategies across the industry.

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Is AI the New Internet?

• Date: November 14th, 2024
• Time: 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm (EDT)
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InsurTech Webinar: De-Risking the MGA Model

• Date: October 8th, 2024
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Exploring the Future of Startup Investing with David Gritz

• Date: September 6th
• Time: 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm (EDT)
• Cost: Free

 

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Join us on September 6th for an insightful 30-minute webinar with David Gritz, GP of InsurTech Fund. Open to accredited investors, this session will provide you with actionable knowledge on the venture capital process and how to excel in startup investing.

If you were ever interested in learning how VCs invest, you wont want to miss this webinar. David Gritz, GP of InsurTech Fund will go under the hood and share how anyone can follow his process to find deals, and do due diligence to invest in the best startups and get top decile performance like InsurTech Fund (+25% IRR).

What You’ll Learn:

• VC Investment Process: Discover the essential steps VCs take to identify and assess promising startups.
• Deal Sourcing: Learn proven strategies for finding high-potential investment opportunities.
• Performance Metrics: Understand how to achieve top decile performance, as evidenced by InsurTech Fund’s +25% IRR.

 

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• Expert Insights: Gain valuable knowledge from David Gritz, a leading expert in startup investing.
• Free Access: Enjoy this high-quality content at no cost.
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Building Embedded Insurance for Complex Lines

• Date: February 16th, 2023
• Cost: Free

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