David Schapiro

Interview Notes Dr. Coenraad Vrolijk has been studying automotive safety statistics for nearly 20 years. Within this span, he has witnessed the application of countless safety developments and driver regulations, as well as the advent of autonomous vehicles, and followed the effect of each on the insurance industry. A Doctor of Economics, his positions have …

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Interview Notes Jim Sutcliffe has the unique distinction of over four decades in insurance; global experience spanning three continents; CEO and Chairman positions at large carriers, agriculture and mining companies; trustee positions at non-profit organizations; and he is an actuary. I have personally experienced Jim’s exceptional leadership in his position as Chairman of the Many …

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Interview Notes Matthias Weber and I stumbled across each other last year and since then have conducted an ongoing discussion about insurance.  He has a PhD in Physics from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), and the unique insurance experience of being Swiss Re’s Group Chief Underwriting Officer; combined with now investing, advising and …

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Interview Notes Alex has a unique combination of global insurance and financial experience, from an executive and consultant viewpoint – coupled with exceptional intellect. Alex has Latin America roots, went to University in the US, occupied senior insurance, banking and consulting positions in Europe, the UK, US, and Latin America; and is now the CEO …

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Interview Notes I was introduced to Toby Alfred by our mutual friend – Meryl Golden, COO at Kingstone Insurance, Meryl worked with Toby at Progressive and with me at Earnix. Toby’s name was familiar to me in the insurance industry, but I never had a chance to speak with her before preparing for this interview. …

Customer experience focusing on human-centered design – using data beyond pricing Read More »