Zach Kane is a Principal at Assurity Ventures, Inc., where he focuses on identifying and supporting early-stage startups that are reshaping the insurance and financial services industries. With a strong foundation in venture investing and startup advisory, Zach brings deep expertise in evaluating innovative technologies and business models that drive meaningful change.
Prior to joining Assurity Ventures, Zach served as an Investment Principal at Oka, The Carbon Insurance Company, where he played a key role in developing insurance solutions tailored for the carbon credit ecosystem. His work at Oka underscored his commitment to sustainability and using insurance as a catalyst for global environmental impact.
Zach’s career is marked by a strong focus on InsurTech, climate risk, and digital transformation across financial services. He has cultivated a unique perspective through his work at the intersection of venture capital and insurance innovation, advising startups and contributing to ecosystem growth.
Zach Kane is also a past investor in the InsurTech NY Match Program, a leading platform connecting emerging startups with strategic investors. He participated in the program alongside prominent investors such as Adam Blumencranz, Vice President at NFP Ventures, and Robert Hamlin, Principal at Portage Ventures. His involvement demonstrates his active role in shaping the next generation of InsurTech leaders.
Zach holds a passion for supporting mission-driven entrepreneurs who are building scalable solutions with long-term societal value. He continues to be a key voice in the evolution of insurance innovation, contributing insights, capital, and strategic guidance to startups across North America.
As Principal at Assurity Ventures, Inc., Zach Kane stands at the forefront of venture-backed insurance innovation, combining operational knowledge with investment acumen to accelerate progress in the industry.
