We wanted to dig deeper into all the driving forces shaping the insurance industry's future. So we gathered some incredible thought leaders and paired them up to share their unique perspectives. They discussed everything from the digitalization of insurance, to personalization, democratization, the importance of customer centricity, ecosystems and platforms, and partnerships.
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Dr. Thamakorn Supathanarangsri, the Head of Government Affairs at Lazada, Thailand and Andrew Nisbet, Country President, Chubb Samaggi Insurance, Thailand.
Some of the insights they shared included:
• Thailand’s e-commerce market is one of the largest in Southeast Asia and growing steadily. The country’s rapid digital transformation, spurred by increasing internet penetration and the Thai government’s push for widespread access to digital services, has made online shopping a central activity for millions.
• “Shoppertainment," has become a major trend in Thailand’s e-commerce landscape. Consumers are increasingly shopping during moments of downtime, scrolling through engaging, highly interactive platforms.
• Trust is fundamental to the success of any e-commerce platform. Insurance products embedded in the purchase process, provide an essential layer of security for consumers, particularly in high-value categories like electronics and home appliances.
• Personalization and payment innovation are poised to play a larger role in Thailand’s e-commerce landscape.
• The Thai regulatory environment not only ensures consumer protection but also encourages innovation, as seen in Chubb and Lazada’s collaboration to embed insurance products into e-commerce transactions.
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Hena Mehta, a Co-Founder and CEO at Basis and Isabella Carvalho, the Digital Head, Overseas General Insurance at Chubb.
Some of the insights they shared included:
• Hena's career path is a vivid tapestry of bold moves and strategic transitions. This adaptability is crucial in today's fast-paced global economy, where professionals often need to reinvent themselves and their careers multiple times.
• Hena’s decision to return to India from the U.S. to participate in its burgeoning startup scene underscores how FOMO can drive substantial life choices. This kind of motivation can be a powerful catalyst for career development, especially when aligned with one's personal and professional growth goals.
• How Basis emphasizes the importance of targeted financial services that address the specific needs and contexts of women, acknowledging that generic solutions do not fully meet everyone's needs.
• The establishment of female-focused communities is a testament to the power of spaces where women can share experiences, challenges, and advice. An emphasis on community highlights how peer support and targeted environments can significantly boost confidence and competence in financial matters.
• The critical need for financial products designed with women’s specific life patterns and goals in mind. From investment products that accommodate periods of potential lower earnings to insurance products that take into account the longevity and health cost differentials of women, gender-sensitive design can lead to more effective and equitable financial services.
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Monica Millares, Principal, Product Ways of Working at BigPay and Om Bhatia, Head of Digital Business for Asia Pacific at Chubb.
Some of the insights they shared included:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Ryota Hayashi, Founder and CEO of Finatext Holdings and Isabella Carvalho, Digital Head, Overseas General Insurance at Chubb.
Some of the insights they shared included:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Geeta Chauhan, Co-Founder of HiWiPay, and Gabriel Lazaro, Head of Digital Business at Chubb Overseas General Insurance.
Some of the insights they shared included:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Gabriel Lazaro, Head of Digital Business for Chubb Overseas General, and Jessica Lam, Chief Strategy Officer at WeLab.
Some of the insights they shared included:
• The transition from working at a global, traditional financial services firm to a FinTech startup can be both challenging and exhilarating. Most importantly, it requires a fundamental shift in mindset.
• Inspired by the digital financial services prevalent in the United States, WeLab was founded on the idea that innovation drives financial services to be both more efficient and inclusive.
• It is important to adapt and localize financial products to meet diverse customer needs. Understanding local consumer behavior and financial needs is crucial in ensuring the success of these financial products in different geographical markets.
• The ability to offer tailored financial services through advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence is a game changer in the fintech sector.
• Collaborating with well-established companies in new markets can help startups leverage existing trust and customer bases. Furthermore, partnerships with companies can help integrate complementary services such as insurance, enhancing the overall customer offering and building trust.
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Alexander Blake, Senior Vice President, Global Head of Travel Insurance at Chubb and Peter Altmann, Vice President, Mobility & Travel Protection at Amadeus.
Some of the insights they shared included:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Alexander Blake, Senior Vice President, Global Head of Travel Insurance at Chubb and Patee Sarasin, the CEO of Really Cool Airlines.
Some of the insights they shared included:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Alexander Blake, Senior Vice President, Global Head of Travel Insurance at Chubb and Mike Szücs, Chief Executive Officer at Cebu Pacific Air.
Some of the insights they shared included:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Kaleb Adams, Head of Data Analytics, Overseas General Insurance at Chubb and Max Ang, Insurance Technology Research Advisor APAC at Celent.
Some of the insights they shared included:
Insurance for the New Possible welcomed Gabriel Lazaro, the Head of Digital, Overseas General Insurance at Chubb back to the show to discuss what emerging technologies will play a pivotal role in digital insurance in 2024 and the intersection of insurance and e-commerce.
Some of the topics Gabriel addressed in detail included key information from Chubb’s report on “Increased trust in social media shopping driving online sales”:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Johan Oosthuizen, the Global Digital CTO at Chubb and John Brisco, a co-founder and CEO at Coherent.
Some of the topics that Johan and John covered in detail included:
The power of global connectivity
The importance of building and maintaining a strong company culture
The strategies for modernizing legacy technology
How the real value in embedded insurance lies in the partnership and commitment between insurance providers and their partners.
The massive opportunity in Asia and how to effectively address it
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Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Santiago Franzini, Senior Vice President & Head of Accident & Health at Chubb Latin America and Bruno Ferrari, Co-Founder & COO at 123Seguro.
Some of the topics Santiago and Bruno discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Gabriel Lazaro, Head of Digital, Overseas General Insurance, Chubb and George Kesselman, the Founder and President of InsurTech Asia Association.
Some of the topics Gabriel and George discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Rodrigo Valiente, VP and Head of Digital for Latin America at Chubb, and Hugues Bertin, CEO at Digital Insurance LatAm and a Partner at HCS Capital.
Some of the topics Rodrigo and Hugues discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Marcos Gunn, Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and Regional President Latin America at Chubb, and Eduardo della Maggiora, Founder & CEO at Betterfly.
Some of the topics Marcos and Eduardo discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Isabella Carvalho, Head of Digital APAC at Chubb, and Rajive Keshup, Partner at Cathay Innovation.
Some of the topics Isabella and Rajive discussed: - Lessons learned from their experiences in Management and Strategy Consulting - How to enhance the insurance value proposition with strategic partnerships - The importance of internal selling to jump-start innovative initiatives - The necessity to expand internal mentality to impact external results - The true potential for disruption versus real value chain innovation - Startup valuations and volatility in public equity markets
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Rodrigo Valiente, a Vice President, Head of Digital for Latin America at Chubb and Moises Flores, the CFO at Kavak.com.
Some of the topic Moises and Rodrigo discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Neil Trinidad, the Chief Marketing Officer at GCash and Om Bhatia, the Head of Digital Revenue Growth, at Chubb.
Some of the topics Neil and Om covered:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Khue Dinh, the Country President in Vietnam at Chubb, and Terry Li, the Head of Insurance at Techcombank.
Some of the topics Khue and Terry discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Joaquin Richards, the Senior Product Lead at NuBank and Rodrigo Valiente, a VP and Head of Digital for Latin America at Chubb.
Some of the topics Rodrigo and Joaquin discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Adrian Hill, the Head of Consumer Propositions for Asia Pacific at Chubb, and Elysia Chan, Insurance Practice Leader.
Some of the topics Adrian and Elysia discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Serene Neo, the Head of Consumer Lines at Chubb in Singapore and Evy Wee a Managing Director at DBS.
Some of the topics Serene and Evy discussed:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Edward Ler, Executive Vice President and Head of Southeast Asia at Chubb, and Iwan Juwono, the Head of Insurance at Grab.
Some of the topics Edward and Iwan covered:
Insurance for the New Possible was joined by Sean Ringsted, the Chief Business Digital Officer for Chubb and Hugh Terry, the CEO and Founder of The Digital Insurer.
Some of the topics Sean and Hugh discussed:
A dynamic conversation about innovation and the megatrends that are driving the future of insurance. Sean Ringsted and Hugh Terry discussed the rise of ecosystems and the platform economy, the impact of embedded insurance, and the importance of being laser-focused on customers.
We wanted to dig deeper into all the driving forces shaping the insurance industry’s future. So we gathered some incredible thought leaders and paired them up to share their unique perspectives. They discussed everything from the digitalization of insurance, to personalization, democratization, the importance of customer centricity, ecosystems and platforms, and partnerships.