BrokerTech Ventures

06/17/2026

The future of insurance depends on the ability to adapt, innovate, and move faster.

That’s why we’re excited to spotlight Vertafore as Lanyard Sponsor of BrokerTech Connect: Chicago.

Vertafore powers distribution velocity across the insurance ecosystem with software solutions built for the way insurance works. Combining core digital systems, specialized AI, and an unmatched data foundation, Vertafore helps organizations adapt faster and grow smarter.

Join us September 1–2, 2026, for two days of bold ideas, meaningful connections, and the innovations shaping what’s next.

Tickets are limited; sign up for our waitlist: brokertechventures.com/events/btc-chicago

06/16/2026

Chris Senkbile saw the same insurance pain points again and again, messy data, clunky workflows, and frustrated teams. That experience led him to build Project Ferro, and the company has continued to evolve since its time in the BTV Accelerator.

Today, Ferro is helping firms digitize exposure data at the source, unlock automation, and prepare for AI that actually works inside brokerage workflows. With new partnerships and integrations ahead, their foundation-first approach is gaining traction across the industry.

Ferro: Building Insurance’s Missing Foundation [Apr 16, 2026]

06/15/2026

Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens when industry leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and communities come together to create opportunities for growth.

We’re grateful to the Iowa Economic Development Authority for supporting that vision as a Bronze Sponsor of BrokerTech Connect.

As the #1 state for insurance based on Gross State Product, Iowa has become a growing center for insurance innovation. Through its commitment to fostering collaboration and supporting emerging businesses, IEDA helps strengthen the ecosystem that allows insurtech companies and industry leaders to thrive.

06/11/2026

A big thank you to FormativGroup for sponsoring the Happiest Hour at BrokerTech Connect: Chicago.

As a Salesforce Consulting Partner, FormativGroup helps organizations get more value from Salesforce through strategic advisory and implementation services that enable smarter customer engagement and improved operational efficiency.

We’re grateful for their support as we bring together industry leaders, innovators, and partners to shape the future of insurance.

See you in Chicago.

06/10/2026

We’re excited to spotlight Fulcrum as a sponsor of BrokerTech Connect: Chicago.

Fulcrum is helping insurance agencies and brokers modernize operations with AI-powered automation designed to eliminate time-consuming manual work. From proposal creation and policy checking to coverage comparisons, Fulcrum helps teams complete critical workflows in minutes instead of hours.

By reducing administrative burden and streamlining operations, Fulcrum empowers teams to focus on what matters most, serving clients and growing their book of business.

That kind of innovation is exactly what BrokerTech Connect is built to showcase.

Join us in Chicago on September 1–2, 2026 for two days of bold ideas, industry collaboration, and the technology shaping the future of insurance.

Get your tickets now: brokertechventures.com/events/btc-chicago

06/08/2026

What makes BrokerTech Connect stand out from other industry events? BTV partners say it best.

From curated conversations to meaningful connections, this is an event designed to move the industry forward — not just fill a calendar. It’s why attendees keep coming back year after year.

Spots for 2026 are limited. Learn more and join the waitlist:
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06/05/2026

The future of insurance won't be built by technology alone. It will be built by the leaders willing to put innovation into action.

We're proud to welcome StitchStudio, last year's BrokerTech Innovation Award winner, as a Platinum Sponsor of BrokerTech Connect: Chicago.

StitchStudio helps insurance carriers and brokers streamline operations through AI workflow automation designed specifically for the insurance industry. Their platform embeds explainable, agent-based AI into everyday workflows, helping teams reduce manual work and improve efficiency while leveraging the systems they already use.

That's exactly the kind of practical innovation we'll be exploring at BrokerTech Connect.

Join us September 1–2, 2026, as brokers, carriers, investors, founders, and technology leaders come together to explore what's next for insurance. Tickets are limited, join our waitlist today: brokertechventures.com/events/btc-chicago.

06/04/2026

Karan Mishra and Santoash Rajaram built StitchStudio with a clear focus: solve real problems for brokers from day one — and firms like Heffernan Insurance Brokers are seeing that impact firsthand.

In this Rough Notes feature, with perspective from Heffernan's Chief Information Officer Kate Grasman, they share how close customer collaboration and practical use cases continue to shape StitchStudio’s product and momentum.

Solving Real-World Problems on Day One [May 26, 2026]

06/02/2026

AI is no longer experimental — it’s operational.

In a recent Leader's Edge Magazine podcast, BTV's Accelerator Executive Director, John Jackovin, shares what he’s seeing as AI matures inside startup culture and how insurtech founders are putting it to real work across the value chain.

Navigating Maturing AI in Startup Culture [Apr 16, 2026]

05/29/2026

Innovation in insurance starts with bold partnerships.

We’re proud to spotlight The BrokerTech Fund and ManchesterStory as the Innovator Award Challenge Sponsor for this year's BrokerTech Connect: Chicago.

Launched through a partnership between BrokerTech Ventures and ManchesterStory, The BrokerTech Fund is the first venture capital fund dedicated to technology startups building solutions specifically designed to help insurance brokers and wholesalers identify risks sooner, improve efficiency, and drive down costs faster.

Join us in Chicago on September 1–2, 2026 for the conversations, collaboration, and ideas pushing insurtech forward.

Tickets are limited. Join our waitlist today to be first in line: brokertechventures.com/events/btc-chicago