Munich Re Ventures

Munich Re Ventures, established in 2015, is the venture capital arm of Munich Re, a global leader in reinsurance and insurance-related risk solutions. Based in San Francisco with additional offices in Germany, the firm invests in innovative startups transforming the future of risk and risk transfer. Munich Re Ventures focuses on stage-agnostic investments, with a preference for early stage and growth capital, across sectors such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital health, insurtech, IoT, and climate tech. The firm collaborates closely with Munich Re's global businesses to fund and partner with emerging companies developing new technologies and business models, while also considering strategic interests and geographic limitations.

Ben Bergsma

Principal, Insurtech, HealthTech, ClimateTech

Timur Davis

Director, ClimateTech, Future of Transportation

Sophie Dingreville

Investment Director

Oshri Kaplan

Managing Director, Insurtech, Cybersecurity and Privacy

Jacqueline LeSage Krause

Managing Director

Jacqueline LeSage

Managing General Partner

Sidra Lefort

Director, HealthTech, Cybersecurity and Privacy

Matt McElhattan

Managing Director

Peter Ortez

Principal, ClimateTech, Future of Transportation

Julia Pardee

Associate, Cybersecurity and Privacy

Blake Pennington

Principal, Cybersecurity and Privacy and Future of Transportation

Stephanie Watkins JD

Senior Vice President, Global Insurance Innovation Group

Past deals in Property Insurance

Inspectify

Venture Round in 2024
Inspectify is a developer of a vertically integrated property inspection platform that aims to enhance the home inspection process for inspectors, real estate professionals, and homebuyers. By combining a network of licensed home inspectors with advanced inspection software, Inspectify creates a more efficient and engaging experience for its clients. The platform serves a diverse range of users, including institutional and retail real estate investors, property managers, lenders, insurance carriers, and real estate brokerages across the nation. Inspectify's innovative approach seeks to streamline property inspections, facilitating a smoother transition for buyers into homeownership.

Inspectify

Venture Round in 2023
Inspectify is a developer of a vertically integrated property inspection platform that aims to enhance the home inspection process for inspectors, real estate professionals, and homebuyers. By combining a network of licensed home inspectors with advanced inspection software, Inspectify creates a more efficient and engaging experience for its clients. The platform serves a diverse range of users, including institutional and retail real estate investors, property managers, lenders, insurance carriers, and real estate brokerages across the nation. Inspectify's innovative approach seeks to streamline property inspections, facilitating a smoother transition for buyers into homeownership.

Inspectify

Series A in 2021
Inspectify is a developer of a vertically integrated property inspection platform that aims to enhance the home inspection process for inspectors, real estate professionals, and homebuyers. By combining a network of licensed home inspectors with advanced inspection software, Inspectify creates a more efficient and engaging experience for its clients. The platform serves a diverse range of users, including institutional and retail real estate investors, property managers, lenders, insurance carriers, and real estate brokerages across the nation. Inspectify's innovative approach seeks to streamline property inspections, facilitating a smoother transition for buyers into homeownership.

MD Group

Acquisition in 2021
MD Group, established in 1997 and based in Birkenhead, Wirral, comprises six distinct firms that work together to provide latent defect insurance. The company specializes in structural warranty insurance schemes tailored for the construction industry in the UK and Europe. By implementing a robust risk management site inspection regime throughout the building process, MD Group helps construction businesses mitigate operational risks. In addition to latent defects insurance, the company also offers building control and other related insurance schemes, enhancing the protection available to its clients in the construction sector.

Next Insurance

Series D in 2020
Next Insurance Inc. is an online insurance agency that specializes in providing various insurance products and services tailored for small businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers business, general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, and workers’ compensation insurance. By leveraging technology, Next Insurance eliminates the need for agents and reduces costs, enabling it to offer competitive pricing. The company's services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, fitness, cleaning, beauty, therapy, entertainment, and education. Additionally, Next Insurance prioritizes timely claims processing, often investigating claims within 48 hours to ensure transparency and efficiency for its clients.

Next Insurance

Series C in 2019
Next Insurance Inc. is an online insurance agency that specializes in providing various insurance products and services tailored for small businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers business, general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, and workers’ compensation insurance. By leveraging technology, Next Insurance eliminates the need for agents and reduces costs, enabling it to offer competitive pricing. The company's services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, fitness, cleaning, beauty, therapy, entertainment, and education. Additionally, Next Insurance prioritizes timely claims processing, often investigating claims within 48 hours to ensure transparency and efficiency for its clients.

Hippo Insurance

Series C in 2018
Hippo Insurance Services is a home insurance provider that aims to redefine homeowner protection through a comprehensive approach. The company utilizes real-time data and smart home technology to create an integrated home protection platform designed to alleviate the concerns associated with homeownership. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in Austin and Dallas, Hippo offers its insurance products to over 80 percent of U.S. homeowners across 37 states. The company covers a wide range of assets, including electronics, home offices, and appliances, while also providing unique coverage options for water backup and service lines. Hippo operates through various segments, with the majority of its revenue generated from its Insurance-as-a-Service platform, which supports third-party managing general agents. As a licensed property casualty insurance agent, Hippo collaborates with multiple insurance companies to underwrite its products.

Next Insurance

Series B in 2018
Next Insurance Inc. is an online insurance agency that specializes in providing various insurance products and services tailored for small businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers business, general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, and workers’ compensation insurance. By leveraging technology, Next Insurance eliminates the need for agents and reduces costs, enabling it to offer competitive pricing. The company's services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, fitness, cleaning, beauty, therapy, entertainment, and education. Additionally, Next Insurance prioritizes timely claims processing, often investigating claims within 48 hours to ensure transparency and efficiency for its clients.

Neos

Series A in 2017
Neos Ventures Ltd. is a provider of home insurance that integrates smart technology to enhance safety and prevent damage that could lead to insurance claims. Founded in 2016 and based in London, the company offers a range of products including alarm systems, indoor security cameras, smoke detectors, and flood and leak detection devices. Neos also provides 24/7 monitoring and emergency assistance, ensuring prompt response to incidents. Homeowners can utilize an iOS mobile application to manage their monitoring systems and receive alerts about potential threats such as break-ins or leaks. By combining home security with insurance, Neos aims to offer peace of mind to its customers.

Next Insurance

Series A in 2017
Next Insurance Inc. is an online insurance agency that specializes in providing various insurance products and services tailored for small businesses. Founded in 2015 and based in Palo Alto, California, the company offers business, general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, and workers’ compensation insurance. By leveraging technology, Next Insurance eliminates the need for agents and reduces costs, enabling it to offer competitive pricing. The company's services cater to a diverse range of sectors, including construction, fitness, cleaning, beauty, therapy, entertainment, and education. Additionally, Next Insurance prioritizes timely claims processing, often investigating claims within 48 hours to ensure transparency and efficiency for its clients.
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