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My journey began in U.S. foreign policy and later in the Obama administration's Department of Energy. But now I find myself discussing the future of insurance and entrepreneurship at cocktail parties.I’m a firm believer that economic opportunity and a healthy dose of risk-taking are the fuel for innovation and progress. This belief drove me away from the world of academia and policymaking and straight into technology and business building. My first venture? Affordable drones with cameras. Then came an agricultural data science company, a gateway to the realms of insurance and AI.Insurance, a historical force dating back to the 14th century, has always been a player in the risk and reward game. From marine insurance facilitating global exploration to the birth of the first property insurance market in 17th-century London, it's been a catalyst for human endeavors. Today, in our fast-paced, technology-driven economy, insurance is due for a shake-up. Everyone wants more - speed, efficiency, top-notch customer service, and products you can actually understand. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the world of specialty and executive risks—management, cyber, professional liability to name a few. Anzen, which translates to 'safety' in Japanese, is a mission to craft an insanely better, seamlessly efficient, and practically pain-free experience for brokers and executives navigating this vast and intricate segment of insurance. The more data we gather, the more we streamline, and the more value we create for the entire value chain.Our team is a powerhouse of top-notch professionals across AI, data infrastructure, executive risk underwriting, broking, and finance. They're not just smart and hardworking, but they bring an innovative and ethical edge to the table. And as we identify top talent, we're thoughtfully adding new members to the team. Anzen is appointing brokers across the U.S. and collaborating with underwriters to meet the ever-evolving demands of brokers every quarter.In my downtime, you'll catch me paying it forward to other entrepreneurs, diving into tech investments, and soaking up the great outdoors. Whether it's carving down ski slopes, cycling through scenic landscapes, trail running, exploring mountains, or hosting a well crafted dinner party, I find joy in the balance between work and play.

Listed skills include Public Policy, Energy Policy, Policy, Entrepreneurship, and 34 others.