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FS Brew- Insurtech and insurance in the Middle East

Renjit Philip and Vidya Veerapandian
Insurance
Embedded Insurance
Artificial Intelligence
Digital Transformation
E-Commerce
Covergenius
M&A Law
Iot
Customer Experience
Growth and Profitability
Generative AI
Policybazaar
Insurtech
UAE Insurance Regulations
Regulatory Changes In Insurance
Insurance Market In India
Employee Satisfaction
Leadership
Climate Change
Sahir Cameras

Welcome to FS Brew! FS Brew is the region’s first podcast focussing on insurance and insurtech in the UAE and the broader Middle East. We are based in the startup magnet, a city of dreamers and visionaries- Dubai! In every episode, the hosts, Vidya Veerapandian and Renjit Philip, have in-depth conversations with industry experts on insurtech, insurance, venture capital, digital transformation, act... more

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Latest Episodes

FS Brew January Roundup: AI InsurTech Boom & GCC Regulatory ChangesWelcome to FS Brew, the region's premier podcast for insurance enthusiasts! In this January news and analysis episode, hosts Vidya, founder of Forward, and Renjit, partner at Futureu ... more

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Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East's first podcast dedicated to all things insurance and InsureTech.

In this episode, hosts Renjit and Vidya are joined by Neeraj Gupta, CEO of Policy Bazaar UAE, for an insightful discussion on the latest i... more

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Navigating the Future of Energy and Insurance: Insights from FS Brew Podcast and MEECON 2025In this must-listen episode of the FS Brew Podcast, co-hosted by Vidya and Renjit in collaboration with MEECON 2025, experts from the insurance and energy sec... more

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Integrating Digital Wellness & Insurance: The Future of Employee WellbeingIn this special episode of the FS Group podcast, we host a panel discussion on the critical topic of health, specifically focusing on integrating digital wellness and insurance... more

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Gabriel Lazaro
EVP for Chubb overseeing global digital partnerships
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Episode: 50: Digital Insurance, Insurtech & Leadership Insights with Gabriel Lazaro
Ken Maw
Managing Director at Al Futtaim Willis
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Episode: 49: From Science Labs to Insurance Labs: Ken Maw's Journey
Sarbvir Singh
CEO of PolicyBazaar
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Episode: 48: AI, Trust, and 40 Million Policies: How PolicyBazaar is Revolutionizing Insurance, again!
Preeti Mundra
CEO of Tree Insurance, Saudi Arabia's first fully digital insurance agency
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Episode: 47: Making Financial Services Relevant for GenZs and Millennials- CEOs Reveal All.
Prashant Raizada
Founder and CEO of Lumi, an edtech startup focused on innovation.
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Episode: 47: Making Financial Services Relevant for GenZs and Millennials- CEOs Reveal All.
Suvo Sarkar
Founder of 3D Advisory, former global head of retail banking at Emirates NBD.
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Episode: 47: Making Financial Services Relevant for GenZs and Millennials- CEOs Reveal All.
Vikram Krishna
Founder of Sacred Groves, a climate action influencer.
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Arijit Chakraborty
Managing Director APAC at CoverGenius
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Episode: 46: 🚀 Dive into embedded insurance with Arijit Chakraborty, Managing Director APAC at CoverGenius
Anand Singh
Senior counsel specializing in insurance at Al Tamimi.
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Episode: 45: Cracking the UAE Insurance code: Regulations, Open Finance & The Road Ahead

Hosts

Renjit Philip
Co-host with a background in consulting and M&A, working on startup funding and go-to-market strategies.
Vidya Veerapandian
Co-host and founder of multiple startups with a focus on innovation in the insurance industry.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
  • Good informative dialog !

    Good guests !

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    United Arab Emirates4 years ago

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40: Building a Global Insurtech Unicorn: Rob Schimeck of bolttech
Q: What future plans do you have for BoltTech?
BoltTech aims to continue developing innovative technology to make insurance more accessible and tailored to individual needs, while also focusing on securing more capital for growth.
40: Building a Global Insurtech Unicorn: Rob Schimeck of bolttech
Q: How has your leadership style evolved over time and what's your style now as a CEO at BoltTech?
Rob emphasizes the need for a fast-paced leadership style, focusing on moving quickly while learning from small mistakes rather than allowing indecisiveness to hinder progress.
41: Breaking Barriers: Shady El Tohfa's Insurtech Journey with Amenli in Egypt
Q: What enabling regulations do you wish for in Egypt's insurance market?
Digital signature regulations would change the market significantly and we're actively working with regulators on this.
41: Breaking Barriers: Shady El Tohfa's Insurtech Journey with Amenli in Egypt
Q: How do you deal with conflicts among co-founders?
Trust is critical, and we must have complementary skill sets, allowing healthy debates to improve decision-making.
41: Breaking Barriers: Shady El Tohfa's Insurtech Journey with Amenli in Egypt
Q: What is your business model for Amenli?
We are a digital broker signing contracts with insurance companies, focusing on retail insurance.

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This podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of the insurance and insurtech industries, particularly focusing on the Middle East, with a strong emphasis on the innovative strides being made in this field. Through conversations with industry experts, it covers a variety of crucial topics such as digital transformation, venture capital, actuarial science, and the unique challenges and opportunities present in the UAE's insurance market. The hosts facilitate informative discussions that highlight both the evolution of traditional insurance practices and the integration of new technologies, making it a valuable resource for professionals seeking insights into emerging trends and strategies in insurance.

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