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InsurTech Summit 2026

Overview


Join us this June for InsurTech Summit 2026 in NYC!

Our InsurTech Summit convenes leaders from across the insurance ecosystem — from global carriers to next-generation InsurTechs — alongside top venture capital investors. Featuring a spotlight on AI and venture capital, the event delivers real-world insight through panel discussions and fireside chats on how innovation is being built, funded, and scaled across the market.

What to expect

Timely conversations: Engaging panel discussions and fireside chats spotlighting AI, venture capital and the forces shaping the future of insurance.

Purpose-driven networking: Connect with senior leaders across carriers, InsurTechs and the investment community in a setting designed to spark meaningful dialogue and lasting relationships.

Networking reception: End the day with cocktails, conversation and breathtaking views of the New York City skyline.

Secure your spot early and be part of the conversation shaping what’s next.

Registration Information

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

2:00 – 7:30 pm (EDT)

One Vanderbilt Avenue
68th Floor
New York, NY 10017

Agenda


Agenda at a Glance (all times are in EDT)

1:30 – 1:55 pm

Registration & networking

1:55 – 2:00 pm

Introduction/Opening Remarks

2:00 – 2:45 pm

Capital flows and conviction: Investing in the next wave of InsurTech

In a more disciplined funding environment, what distinguishes the companies that attract capital from those that don’t? This panel brings together leading investors to discuss how venture strategy in insurtech is evolving. Where is capital being deployed, what themes are gaining traction, and how investors are underwriting risk in today’s market. The conversation will also touch on valuation expectations, exit pathways, and what founders should understand about today’s fundraising landscape.

2:45 – 2:55 pm

Break

2:55 – 3:40 pm

Building through cycles: Founder perspectives on scaling InsurTech companies

Building an insurtech company requires navigating complexity across technology, regulation, and capital markets. In this candid discussion, founders at different stages will share lessons learned from launching and scaling their businesses, including go-to-market strategy, product-market fit, and adapting to shifting market conditions. The panel will offer practical perspectives on resilience, execution, and what it takes to build enduring companies in the insurance ecosystem.

3:40 – 4:45 pm

AI in insurance: From hype to operational reality

Artificial intelligence continues to dominate industry conversation, but where is it truly delivering value? This panel will explore how AI is being deployed across underwriting, claims, and distribution, and what it takes to move from experimentation to scalable implementation. Panelists will share practical insights on navigating regulatory considerations, integrating AI into legacy systems, and identifying where AI can create durable competitive advantage in insurance.

4:45 – 6:30 pm

Cocktail Reception

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