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

CTO & CIO | Lazarus AI

John Keddy is the Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Officer 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.

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