Portage Ventures
Portag3 Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Toronto, Canada, that focuses on early-stage investments in the fintech sector. Established in 2016, the firm aims to identify and support innovative companies in areas such as digital wealth management, insurance, and personal finance, as well as those utilizing enabling technologies like artificial intelligence within financial services. Portag3 Ventures predominantly invests in Canadian companies but also seeks opportunities globally, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region and Europe, especially Germany. The firm typically makes investments starting at $0.25 million, emphasizing long-term engagement and support for its portfolio companies to drive innovation and enhance consumer wellbeing in the financial services industry. As a subsidiary of Sagard Holdings, Portag3 Ventures combines local insights with a global perspective to foster growth in the fintech landscape.
Developer of an insurance technology platform designed to build a digital operation selling non-life insuring products. The company's platform allows users to manage contracts, personalize guarantees, and track refunds, enabling customers to avail themselves of the insurance facilities in a simple and accessible manner.
Clark is a Berlin-based insurance platform founded in June 2015 by Dr. Christopher Oster and Steffen Glomb. The company specializes in providing transparent, affordable, and comprehensive insurance coverage through a digital platform. By leveraging technology and insurance expertise, Clark offers a user-friendly approach to insurance advice, enabling customers to assess their insurance status easily. Users can access the platform via iOS and Android applications or a website, where they receive an analysis of their current insurance situation and recommendations for optimization. This includes comparing tariffs from various insurance providers, allowing users to manage their insurance needs transparently and at a lower cost. Clark is supported by FinLeap and the Institute for Transparency.
Qover is an innovative company in the insurance sector that specializes in developing and distributing digital insurance solutions across Europe. The company offers a range of insurance products tailored to the needs of fast-growing businesses in various sectors, including the gig economy, soft mobility, travel, and PropTech. Qover's solutions are designed for easy integration into partners' digital platforms through APIs or white labeling, allowing for real-time access. By digitizing the entire insurance value chain, Qover can launch customized and competitive insurance products in less than a month. Collaborating with leading insurance companies, Qover provides high-quality coverage at attractive prices. The company operates in 11 countries and serves nearly 100,000 customers, partnering with well-known brands such as Deliveroo, Wolt, Decathlon, and Cowboy.
Clark is a Berlin-based insurance platform founded in June 2015 by Dr. Christopher Oster and Steffen Glomb. The company specializes in providing transparent, affordable, and comprehensive insurance coverage through a digital platform. By leveraging technology and insurance expertise, Clark offers a user-friendly approach to insurance advice, enabling customers to assess their insurance status easily. Users can access the platform via iOS and Android applications or a website, where they receive an analysis of their current insurance situation and recommendations for optimization. This includes comparing tariffs from various insurance providers, allowing users to manage their insurance needs transparently and at a lower cost. Clark is supported by FinLeap and the Institute for Transparency.
Kin Insurance, Inc. is an insurance agency founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with additional offices in St. Petersburg, Florida. The company specializes in home insurance products, offering a range of coverage options including homeowners, mobile home, condo, flood, manufactured home, landlord, umbrella, hurricane, wildfire, and second home insurance. Kin Insurance utilizes an online platform that simplifies the application process, allowing customers to customize their policies based on thousands of property data points. This approach ensures that homeowners receive personalized and affordable coverage tailored to their specific needs. With payment processing facilities in Palatine and Chicago, Kin Insurance aims to provide a user-friendly experience while helping clients secure their assets effectively.
Private Equity Round in 2017
Clark is a Berlin-based insurance platform founded in June 2015 by Dr. Christopher Oster and Steffen Glomb. The company specializes in providing transparent, affordable, and comprehensive insurance coverage through a digital platform. By leveraging technology and insurance expertise, Clark offers a user-friendly approach to insurance advice, enabling customers to assess their insurance status easily. Users can access the platform via iOS and Android applications or a website, where they receive an analysis of their current insurance situation and recommendations for optimization. This includes comparing tariffs from various insurance providers, allowing users to manage their insurance needs transparently and at a lower cost. Clark is supported by FinLeap and the Institute for Transparency.
Zensurance Inc. provides online commercial insurance brokerage services for startups and small businesses. It offers business, contractors, tech, and tenants insurance. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. As of August 15, 2018, Zensurance Inc. operates as a subsidiary of The Travelers Companies, Inc.
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