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For years, AI in insurance meant automating the back office: faster quotes, smoother workflows, fewer manual tasks. That was a great start, but speed alone won’t win in an increasingly competitive market. What excites me now is the shift toward AI that actually drives revenue. Tools like Outmarket AI, CoverForce, and Liberate are helping brokers prioritize high-conversion submissions, align with carrier appetite, and re-engage dormant leads. It’s not just about efficiency anymore. It’s about enabling smarter growth. At Fika Ventures, we’re excited by platforms that combine automation with intelligence. The winners in this space won’t just move faster. They’ll move with precision. Read more of my thoughts in the blog below 👇 https://lnkd.in/gNZ255GQ

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I had a great conversation with Simon Leich about climate change not being a "thesis" but a macroeconomic shift - and one of the largest we probably have seen. A lot of people talk about AI today, but AI is a solution to a problem, this macro-shift is THE PROBLEM: https://lnkd.in/dKZsnssE

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I'm happy to announce that Founder Institute is bringing on Paul O'Brien as our first Head of Public Affairs. Paul joins FI with decades of experience tackling the systemic reasons startups and local ecosystems fail due to misaligned policy, underperforming startup programs, or institutional neglect of the realities of launching endurable businesses in today's economy. From Austin to Silicon Valley and beyond, Paul has championed the idea that education is infrastructure, and that cities should treat entrepreneurial development as essential as roads, broadband, and water. At FI we couldn't agree more, and as AI transforms our economy I believe the future of our society will be found at the convergence of how we teach, how we govern, and how we serve entrepreneurs. Unfortunately, I speak to government and economic development officials every week that are completely neglecting the education and development of new entrepreneurs in their regions. In his new role, Paul will help us push FI's mission to empower communities of entrepreneurs forward through Policy Engagement, University and Civic Integration, and Ecosystem Accountability. If your city, university, or organization is ready to integrate structured entrepreneurial incubation and acceleration with policy and capital strategy, now’s the time to connect! 🔗 Read the full announcement - https://lnkd.in/eenwHujW (and welcome on board, Paul! 👏 )

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Despite policy headwinds, U.S. climate tech startups aren’t fleeing abroad. They’re doubling down locally. At SecondMuse, we’re seeing founders recalibrate within the U.S., chasing states with strong demand, clearer incentives, and investor trust. 🔑 Three quick takeaways: 1️⃣ It’s not brain drain. The real risk is startup attrition without better domestic support. 2️⃣ Winners are solving real problems. Capital is flowing to industrial solutions that work without subsidies, like green shipping, carbon capture, and grid optimization. 3️⃣ Policy clarity shapes startup decisions. States like NY are stepping up, but federal uncertainty risks losing top talent, especially international researchers. We need inclusive, well-capitalized ecosystems that move with urgency and equity, because climate tech doesn’t wait. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsDbkeqD

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HARPETH VENTURES ANNOUNCES INVESTMENT IN VENTEUR Harpeth Ventures Opportunity Fund (“Harpeth Ventures”) is pleased to announce its participation in Venteur’s recent $20 million Series A funding round. The round was led by Informed Ventures and American Family Ventures, with participation from Morgan Health, Ingeborg Investments, Catalyst by Wellstar, Plug and Play, Revelry Venture Partners, Houghton Street Ventures, and Techstars. San Francisco-based Venteur is the leading healthcare benefits technology company transforming how employers offer and manage health insurance through Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs). Venteur’s platform empowers employers to offer flexible, personalized health benefits by enabling employees to select individual plans that fit their unique needs. Through a combination of technology and concierge support, Venteur helps individuals navigate their healthcare options while driving improved outcomes and greater cost efficiency for employers. More information is available at Venteur.com. “We greatly appreciate Harpeth Ventures’ involvement from both a capital and relationship perspective,” said Stacy Edgar, Co-Founder and CEO of Venteur. “The Harpeth team has already been instrumental in several business development opportunities.” Added Chuck Byrge of Harpeth Ventures, “With our relationship-driven approach, we were fortunate to meet Stacy in early 2024 and have followed their growth closely. We couldn’t be more excited about their future and the tailwinds driving ICHRA adoption.”

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