Fast, Data-Driven Decisions and the Future of Risk | Mark Allan, Ki Insurance

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In this episode of Making Risk Flow, Juan de Castro sits down with Mark Allan, CEO of Ki Insurance, to explore how a digital-first, data-led approach is transforming underwriting in the London market. Mark shares how Ki combines algorithmic precision with human expertise to underwrite individual risks at unprecedented speed, while maintaining portfolio-level oversight.

This episode explores Ki’s mission-driven culture, the challenges of blending technology and insurance talent, and how partnerships with brokers and carriers are amplifying the impact of their platform. From building a billion-dollar business to enabling a more seamless, data-driven flow of risk, Mark explains how Ki is reshaping the ecosystem and setting a new standard for efficiency, collaboration, and innovation in insurance.

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Our previous guests include: Bronek Masojada of PPL, Craig Knightly of Inigo, Andrew Horton of QBE Insurance, Simon McGinn of Allianz, Stephane Flaquet of Hiscox, Matthew Grant of InsTech, Paul Brand of Convex, Paolo Cuomo of Gallagher Re, and Thierry Daucourt of AXA.

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