Companies, in Partnership with InsurTech Israel, Host Second Annual Global Event at Holmes Murphy Headquarters

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Des Moines, IA – October 9, 2024 — Holmes Murphy and BrokerTech Ventures are excited to announce they will be cohosting the second annual Rapid Global Insurtech Accelerator (RGIA) in partnership with InsurTech Israel. The RGIA will bring 14 insurtech startup founders from across the globe — representing six of our seven continents — to Holmes Murphy’s headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa, November 11-14, 2024. 

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Kobi Bendelak, CEO and Founder of InsurTech Israel, created the premiere program in 2023 and hosted the inaugural event in his home country of Tel Aviv, Israel. Bendelak says this year, they chose to hold the event in Des Moines as the ideal U.S. location not only because the city is an insurance and financial services hub in the country but also due to Holmes Murphy's headquarters and extensive operations in the city and state. 

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“I’m consistently in awe of the incredible work Des Moines and the greater state of Iowa have done in the insurtech space,” said Bendelak. “Couple that with our connection between Holmes Murphy, BrokerTech Ventures, and InsurTech Israel, and it’s amazing how we’re able to further strengthen ecosystem ties and build relationships in the global insurance industry. Our relationship with these companies and the state of Iowa is a testament to the power of collaboration, transcending personal, business, and international dimensions.”

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The foundation and purpose of the RGIA is to build upon the global insurtech ecosystem and not only provide mentorship and business support to accepted global insurtech founders, but also to open the door for the global insurtech founders to experience how business is done in the U.S. marketplace. 

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The startups coming to Des Moines from Africa, Australia, Ireland, Latin America, and beyond will be bringing a diverse range of commercial solutions and technologies with them. As Iowa remains at the forefront of insurtech and the insurance industry, the state, region, and city of Des Moines have been instrumental in bringing this event to life. 

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“I am inspired by the commitment of our friends and business partners in the Central Iowa insurance community, as well as the state of Iowa, to help InsurTech Israel bring together the best minds in insurance and technology and bring to market trailblazing solutions,” said Bendelak. “Their efforts to drive innovation in the global industry further cements Iowa’s position as a powerhouse for insurance technology.”

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“With both Holmes Murphy’s and BrokerTech Ventures’ headquarters in Des Moines, our collaboration and partnership with the RGIA is a natural fit,” said Dan Keough, Holmes Murphy Chairman and CEO and BrokerTech Ventures Co-Founder and Co-CEO. “Our goal will always be to bring to market solutions that help our clients identify risks sooner so they can drive down costs faster. We believe insurtechs all over the world have technologies that can help us do that, and we are committed to elevating and supporting them for the greater benefit of all stakeholders.”

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If you are interested in learning more about the Rapid Global Insurtech Accelerator event, please reach out to Susan Hatten, Holmes Murphy Chief Marketing Officer and BrokerTech Ventures Chief Operating Officer, at shatten@holmesmurphy.com. 

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About Holmes Murphy

“Caring for Your Unique Potential is Our Soul Purpose.” That statement is the core of how we do business. We ask the tough questions, avoid the easy path, believe fully in caring for the unique challenges of our clients, impact the industry through innovation, and leverage our greatest assets — the hearts and minds of our people — to advocate on behalf of our clients. That’s our approach to risk management and benefits consulting, and it’s worked for us since our inception in 1932. As an independent brokerage, we serve clients in every industry and of almost every size, with the ultimate goal of providing exceptional service and caring for our clients’ unique potential. We are also the co-founder and co-owner of BrokerTech Ventures, the industry’s first broker-led convening platform and accelerator. For more information, visit www.holmesmurphy.com. You can also follow us on Twitter.com (@holmesmurphyins) or on Facebook, LinkedIn, or Instagram.

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About BrokerTech Ventures

Based in the insurance nucleus of Des Moines, Iowa, BrokerTech Ventures (BTV) is the first broker-led convening platform and accelerator program focused on delivering innovation to the insurance broker industry. Founded in 2019, BTV provides a venue for the best minds in insurance and technology to collaborate and bring to market leading-edge ideas and solutions. BTV invests in the research and testing for each of the chosen startups, provides access to veteran industry mentors, and helps scale the technology to market through broker distribution channels. Learn more at www.brokertechventures.com, or follow us on Twitter (@BrokerTechVen), LinkedIn, or Facebook.

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About InsurTech Israel

InsurTech Israel stands at the forefront of the Israeli Insurtech landscape, pioneering innovation across four core domains. Our multifaceted approach encompasses: Investment - We fuel the growth of Israeli InsurTech startups by providing crucial investment backing. Accelerator program - Our highly successful Israeli Insurtech accelerator forms global partnerships, propelling Israeli startups to new heights. Business Development Hub - We are dedicated to fostering collaboration between Israeli startups, insurance companies, and venture capitalists from around the world. Global Outreach - Through our media division, we orchestrate global roadshows, delegations, and conferences, effectively spotlighting the Israeli InsurTech ecosystem. Learn more at https://insurtechil.com/ or follow us on LinkedIn.

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