IA Capital Group

IA Capital Group, based in New York, is a private investment firm that focuses on direct investments across various stages of company development, including private equity, venture capital, and buyouts. Founded in 1992, the firm primarily targets the insurtech and fintech sectors, investing in areas such as payments, financial infrastructure, and insurance technologies. IA Capital Group seeks to partner with innovative entrepreneurs and typically invests between $1.5 million and $10 million in companies that generate sales exceeding $2 million. The firm holds both majority and minority stakes in its portfolio companies and is active in the United States, Canada, Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. In addition to its investment activities, IA Capital Group is involved in incubating firms and participating in growth capital and industry consolidation transactions across a diverse range of sectors, including education services, environmental services, and specialized consumer services.

Richie Carchia

Analyst

Matthew Perlman

Partner

Ravi Shah

Vice President

Past deals in Life and Health Insurance

Afficiency

Series A in 2022
Afficiency Inc. is an insuretech company based in New York, specializing in the development of innovative life insurance solutions. Founded in 2016, the company leverages data and technology to create products that are straightforward for consumers to understand and purchase. Afficiency has introduced a new category in the industry known as Income Replacement Life Insurance, further enhancing its portfolio. Its offerings include a marketplace that automates and accelerates the insurance process, providing customizable policy quoting and AI-driven recommendations. The company collaborates with insurance carriers, distributors, and technology partners to deliver these digital solutions, making the life insurance experience more efficient and accessible. With a management team possessing extensive expertise in life insurance, compliance, risk management, and data science, Afficiency is well-equipped to launch successful products in the market.

Ansel

Series A in 2021
Brella is modernizing supplemental health benefits to build a world where health hardship doesn’t mean financial hardship. Brella’s simple supplemental plan covers 13,000+ conditions and pays cash on the diagnosis that you can use for anything that is needed on the road to recovery. Brella Insurance was founded in 2019 and is based in Hoboken, New Jersey.

Clearcover

Series D in 2021
Clearcover, Inc. is a digital car insurance provider headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2016. The company offers an online platform that enables customers to obtain automobile insurance at competitive rates. Clearcover employs an API-first approach to streamline the insurance process, allowing for an intuitive and efficient quote experience. By leveraging advanced technology and minimizing traditional advertising expenses, Clearcover is able to pass savings onto its customers while providing comprehensive coverage options. The company sells its insurance products both through agents and directly online, catering to a wide range of customer needs.

Marble

Seed Round in 2021
Marble is an insurance management platform focused on enhancing the customer experience by offering a rewards-based membership program. This innovative approach allows users to manage their home and auto insurance policies in a single digital wallet, where they can easily compare rates and find suitable policies. By prioritizing the needs of its members, Marble aims to reduce insurance costs and provide value through its loyalty program, which also serves as an effective marketing channel for insurance companies. This dual focus ensures that users not only save money but also earn rewards as they navigate their insurance options, creating a win-win situation for both consumers and providers.

Matic Insurance

Series B in 2020
Matic Insurance Services, Inc. is a digital insurance agency that provides tailored insurance solutions for consumers, originators, and insurance servicers. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with additional offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Lviv, Ukraine, the company partners with various insurance carriers to offer a range of policies. This independent approach enables Matic to deliver optimal recommendations, ensuring clients receive both competitive pricing and suitable coverage options.

Boost

Series A in 2020
Boost Insurance USA, Inc. specializes in providing a comprehensive platform for insurtech startups in the property and casualty insurance sector. Established in 2017 and headquartered in New York, Boost offers an infrastructure-as-a-service solution that simplifies the creation and management of insurance products. The platform enables technology companies and emerging startups to seamlessly embed insurance offerings into their existing systems, significantly reducing costs associated with operational, compliance, and capital requirements through straightforward API integration. Boost automates essential processes such as policy administration, claims management, and regulatory compliance, allowing partners to concentrate on enhancing customer experiences and innovating their insurance products. The company is licensed to produce both commercial and personal lines of insurance across all 50 states, delivering modern, 'A'-rated insurance solutions that are backed by leading industry players.

Clearcover

Series C in 2020
Clearcover, Inc. is a digital car insurance provider headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2016. The company offers an online platform that enables customers to obtain automobile insurance at competitive rates. Clearcover employs an API-first approach to streamline the insurance process, allowing for an intuitive and efficient quote experience. By leveraging advanced technology and minimizing traditional advertising expenses, Clearcover is able to pass savings onto its customers while providing comprehensive coverage options. The company sells its insurance products both through agents and directly online, catering to a wide range of customer needs.

Tomorrow Ideas

Venture Round in 2019
Tomorrow Ideas, Inc. specializes in developing an application aimed at safeguarding families' financial futures. The app offers a range of features, including tools for creating a last will and testament, establishing a revocable living trust, and setting up guardianship for children and pets. Additionally, it includes calculators for net worth and life insurance, a comparison of term life insurance options, and provides a complimentary insurance policy. The application is accessible on both iOS and Android platforms. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Tomorrow Ideas is committed to helping families navigate important financial decisions.

Clearcover

Series B in 2019
Clearcover, Inc. is a digital car insurance provider headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, founded in 2016. The company offers an online platform that enables customers to obtain automobile insurance at competitive rates. Clearcover employs an API-first approach to streamline the insurance process, allowing for an intuitive and efficient quote experience. By leveraging advanced technology and minimizing traditional advertising expenses, Clearcover is able to pass savings onto its customers while providing comprehensive coverage options. The company sells its insurance products both through agents and directly online, catering to a wide range of customer needs.

Boost

Seed Round in 2017
Boost Insurance USA, Inc. specializes in providing a comprehensive platform for insurtech startups in the property and casualty insurance sector. Established in 2017 and headquartered in New York, Boost offers an infrastructure-as-a-service solution that simplifies the creation and management of insurance products. The platform enables technology companies and emerging startups to seamlessly embed insurance offerings into their existing systems, significantly reducing costs associated with operational, compliance, and capital requirements through straightforward API integration. Boost automates essential processes such as policy administration, claims management, and regulatory compliance, allowing partners to concentrate on enhancing customer experiences and innovating their insurance products. The company is licensed to produce both commercial and personal lines of insurance across all 50 states, delivering modern, 'A'-rated insurance solutions that are backed by leading industry players.

Sure

Series A in 2017
Sure Inc. is a San Diego-based company that specializes in providing a mobile application for purchasing various types of insurance coverage, including luggage, smartphones, personal property, and liability insurance. Founded in 2014, the company partners with multiple insurance providers to offer a range of solutions tailored to consumer needs. Sure's platform facilitates the purchase and management of insurance policies, making it convenient for users to obtain coverage when and where they need it. The company focuses on streamlining the insurance process through digital transformation and offers features that support the entire insurance lifecycle, catering to both consumers and businesses.

Wellthie

Series A in 2017
Wellthie Inc., an insurance technology company, offers broker and carrier shopping tools to simplify insurance distribution for small businesses and individuals. It offers cloud-based e-commerce platform for selling tools, medical and ancillary quotes, broker management dashboard, modeling and scenario planning, online storefront, custom client proposals, distribution channels, marketplace product promotion, small group and individual analysis, market insights, and consumer engagement. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Crown Global Insurance Group

Venture Round in 2015
Crown Global Insurance Group, LLC, through its subsidiaries, provides specialty insurance solutions for high net-worth individuals, hedge funds, private equity, and institutional investors worldwide. It offers private placement life insurance, group annuity contract, fund advisor benefit plan, and private placement variable immediate annuity products. Crown Global Insurance Group, LLC was founded in 1994 and is based in New York, New York with additional offices in North America, Cayman Islands, and Switzerland.

Hamilton Insurance Group

Private Equity Round in 2013
Hamilton Insurance Group is a specialty insurance and reinsurance company that operates globally with underwriting operations in Lloyd's, Ireland, Bermuda, and the United States. The company utilizes analytics and research to enhance underwriting and investment value for its clients and shareholders. Hamilton Insurance Group features three principal underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select, and Hamilton Re, which are organized into two main business segments: International and Bermuda. As of March 31, 2014, the company possessed over $800 million in capital, underscoring its financial foundation in the specialty insurance market.

Avalon Healthcare Holdings

Venture Round in 2007
Avalon Healthcare Holdings, Inc., a health insurance company, offers deductible consumer directed health plans to employers and individuals. The company offers various plan benefits, including co-pay plans and HSA compatible plans. The company was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Tampa, Florida.
Homeowners of America Holding Corporation is a Texas-based company that provides property and casualty insurance to homeowners, condominium owners, and tenants. Founded in 2005 and located in Irving, the company specializes in offering a variety of insurance products, including homeowners, dwelling fire, tenant, and condominium owner’s policies, as well as flood and extended coverage. Homeowners of America focuses on insuring well-maintained dwellings owned by clients with a history of responsible ownership, excluding luxury homes. The company distributes its insurance products through independent insurance agents across Texas, ensuring broad access for customers seeking protection against property damage from various catastrophes.

Avalon Healthcare Holdings

Series A in 2005
Avalon Healthcare Holdings, Inc., a health insurance company, offers deductible consumer directed health plans to employers and individuals. The company offers various plan benefits, including co-pay plans and HSA compatible plans. The company was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Tampa, Florida.

Talbot Holdings

Series B in 2004
Talbot Holdings, Ltd. is a specialty insurance group that operates within the Lloyd's insurance market, focusing on underwriting various specialty risks. The company has established strong franchises in marine and energy lines, war and political risks, direct property, and financial institutions, as well as contingency and treaty underwriting. Incorporated in Bermuda, Talbot's management team is based in London. In July 2007, the company was acquired by Validus Holdings Ltd. for $410 million.
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