Welcome to another exciting episode of the AI Innovators Podcast! I'm your host, Rob May, and today we're diving into a truly unique domain as we explore the intersection of AI and the insurance industry.

Our guest is Alex Schmelkin, CEO of Sixfold AI, a company that's revolutionizing how insurance companies underwrite policies.

In this episode, Alex gives us an insider look at the traditional human-led underwriting process and how Sixfold AI is reshaping this landscape with advanced AI technology. We discuss the challenges and opportunities in automating underwriting, the impressive ROI their solutions bring, and the intricacies of adapting AI across different insurance types.

Alex shares valuable insights into the decision-making journey of choosing to enable traditional insurance carriers rather than becoming one, and his perspective on the future of AI insurance. We also touch on the emerging field of AI model insurance and the critical role of document ingestion in their AI tech stack.

Get ready to learn from Alex’s vast experience and gain practical advice that every entrepreneur and AI enthusiast can apply. Whether you're in the insurance industry or simply fascinated by AI's transformative power, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. So, tune in and join us on this deep dive into the future of AI in insurance!

Alex Schmelkin

( https://sixfold.ai/)

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(Alex's Linkedin)

Rob Links

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01:00 - Underwriters assess risk using vast data volumes.

04:54 - AI evaluates insurance applications for underwriting decisions.

08:14 - Innovators podcast by Half Court Ventures, AI.

11:38 - Enhancing insurance with advanced underwriting models.

15:16 - AI exclusions in insurance policies raise concerns.

17:44 - Reinsurance differs between life and PNC sectors.

21:39 - Focus on your core strength and excel.

23:12 - Target buyer's conference indicates optimal selling approach.