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The No. 1 InsurTech Podcast in Africa, for Africa, by Africa. Join us as we share thoughts, ideas about how technology and innovation can change the insurance industry on the African continent specifically in Nigeria. We would be having interviews & discussions with top industry C-Suites, innovators, InsurTech Founders, Investors from around the world. #IBSPodcast

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The No. 1 InsurTech Podcast in Africa, for Africa, by Africa. Join us as we share thoughts, ideas about how technology and innovation can change the insurance industry on the African continent specifically in Nigeria. We would be having interviews & discussions with top industry C-Suites, innovators, InsurTech Founders, Investors from around the world. #IBSPodcast

    IBS Conference 2020 Panel Session: InsurTech & FinTech: Partnership for Inclusive Insurance

    IBS Conference 2020 Panel Session: InsurTech & FinTech: Partnership for Inclusive Insurance

    This is a panel session from the first-ever #IBSConference in 2022 where Dooshima Dapo-Oyewole (Digital Transformation Expert) moderated a conversation featuring Dr. Babatunde Obrimah, (COO, FinTech Association of Nigeria),  Akin Jones (Founder/CEO, Aella) and  Rob Galbraith (Founder/CEO, Forestview Insights).

    This session was proudly sponsored by Curacel
    Join our IBS community on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram

    Check out our free resources on InsurTech ecosystem and innovation in the African Insurance space here https://linktr.ee/insurtechbusinessseries

    • 39 min
    IBS Conference 2020 Fireside Chat: Innovation & Partnerships for Sustainable Insurance

    IBS Conference 2020 Fireside Chat: Innovation & Partnerships for Sustainable Insurance

    Throwback to when our co-founder ‘Damola Oloko had a fireside chat during the 2020 IBS Conference with Rashidat Adebisi CCO, AXA Mansard & Henry Mascot Founder, Curacel.

    The IBS Conference 2020 was the first InsurTech conference in Africa and was sponsored by AXA Nigeria; a leading composite insurance company & Curacel; the leading #InsurTech startup in Nigeria.
    Join our IBS community on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram

    Check out our free resources on InsurTech ecosystem and innovation in the African Insurance space here https://linktr.ee/insurtechbusinessseries

    • 36 min
    IBS Conference 2020 Panel Session: Simplifying Insurance for the Emerging Market

    IBS Conference 2020 Panel Session: Simplifying Insurance for the Emerging Market

    Old but Gold. Here you can listen to the first panel session at our first IBS Conference in 2020 with Muhammed Adebiyi- then of YOA Insurance Brokers (Moderator), Dr. Ikpeme Neto- Founder, Wellahealth, Adeola Adebanjo- then the Head of Retail Solutions, AXA Mansard, Aparajit Bhattacharya- Co-Founder, Insure First and Dr. Tunde Salako- Co-Founder, Hadiel.

    This session was proudly sponsored by AXA Mansard Insurance Plc
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    Check out our free resources on InsurTech ecosystem and innovation in the African Insurance space here https://linktr.ee/insurtechbusinessseries

    • 36 min
    Transforming the Insurance Landscape in Southern Africa

    Transforming the Insurance Landscape in Southern Africa

    Ever wonder what it takes to change the course of a whole industry? We're honored to host Arun P. Iyer, the Founder and CEO of Alpha Direct InsurTech, who is doing just that in the African insurance landscape. Brace yourself for an inspiring journey from a small-town upbringing, to a young boy investing in stocks, to a CEO transforming the insurance industry in Botswana.

    Revolutionizing the highly regulated insurance industry, Alpha Direct is challenging the status quo with their disruptive approaches. Arun shares the story of Alpha Direct's genesis, discussing their innovative solutions that address the root cause of low insurance penetration in the lower middle class of Botswana. From the game-changing 'insurance in a box' initiative to leveraging mobile money platforms, expect to be enlightened by the ways Alpha Direct is making waves in the industry.

    But what lies ahead for the future of insurance in Africa? Arun casts a spotlight on Alpha Direct's plans and their strategy for maintaining their standing in the underwriting market, optimizing the claims process and enhancing customer experience. 
     
    Tune in and join us in exploring the future of insurance in Africa from the city of Gaborone in Botswana.
    Join our IBS community on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram

    Check out our free resources on InsurTech ecosystem and innovation in the African Insurance space here https://linktr.ee/insurtechbusinessseries

    • 48 min
    Exploring the Asian InsurTech Landscape

    Exploring the Asian InsurTech Landscape

    Do you ever wonder how the world of insurance is shaking up in Asia? You're in for a treat! This episode offers a deep dive into the evolving landscape of Asia's insurance industry, with insightful conversations with Theresa Blissing, Founder of the Asia InsurTech Podcast.

    Theresa Blissing, a seasoned insurance professional who cut her teeth at Generali, takes us on a journey through her career, which has been steeped in insurance from childhood to adulthood and across both mature and emerging markets.

    On the episode, we delve into the journey of One Degree, a Hong Kong-based InsurTech, and their innovative foray into pet insurance. We also navigate the fascinating world of Ping An, the second-largest insurer globally, and dissect its successful ventures and unique ecosystem strategy.

    For all insurance or tech enthusiasts out there, this episode is a gold mine of insights and stories that promises to enrich your understanding of the industry. Its also amazing to see the uncanny similarities between the Asian and African market.

    Get the Future of Insurance: Asia Rising here
    Join our IBS community on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram

    Check out our free resources on InsurTech ecosystem and innovation in the African Insurance space here https://linktr.ee/insurtechbusinessseries

    • 44 min
    Unlocking the Future of Health Insurance

    Unlocking the Future of Health Insurance

    For episode 41, we catch up with Dr. Ikpeme Neto, Founder/CEO of leading InsurTech/HealthTech WellaHealth on their work around solving the challenge of out-of-pocket expenditure for healthcare; a $7b market.

    In this episode, we venture into the often challenging terrain of global healthcare delivery, tackling thorny issues like regulation & market accessibility, and delve into how the diaspora could potentially unlock access to quality, affordable healthcare in Nigeria. The discussions don't stop there; we also scrutinize the importance of fostering trust within the insurance industry, and the potential impact of broad-scale education campaigns on changing people's perceptions and understanding of insurance benefits.

    Finally, we put the spotlight on the potential game-changer: embedding insurance into products. Dr. Neto enlightens us on the exciting challenges and opportunities that this concept brings, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer needs for creating bespoke insurance products. We also take a deep dive into how technology can be a game-changer in making insurance accessible, especially in emerging economies. Plus, you won't want to miss our conversation on the role of partnerships in making insurance more accessible and the potential of technology in creating new markets. Take a listen and discover how insurance can be transformed, one innovation at a time.
    Join our IBS community on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram

    Check out our free resources on InsurTech ecosystem and innovation in the African Insurance space here https://linktr.ee/insurtechbusinessseries

    • 50 min

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