Insurance Canopy

Canopy is a leader in the business liability insurance industry. As a hybrid of a traditional insurance brokerage and a digital insurance company, we assist businesses of all sizes, from entrepreneurs to small businesses to large corporations in finding the best insurance coverage for your business.

<div>Insurance Canopy is an online insurance brokerage firm that provides general and product liability insurance coverage to Amazon and other ecommerce sellers, retailers, and businesses involved in product manufacturing, distribution, or selling. The company&rsquo;s insurance policies cover claims related to bodily injury, illness, property damage, and death caused by the use of insured products.</div>

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 Insurance Canopy is an online insurance brokerage firm that provides general and product liability insurance coverage to Amazon and other ecommerce sellers, retailers, and businesses involved in product manufacturing, distribution, or selling. The company&rsquo;s insurance policies cover claims related to bodily injury, illness, property damage, and death caused by the use of insured products.
 
 
 Insurance Canopy's product liability insurance has coverage limits of up to USD 2 million for products and completed operations liability and up to USD 1 million for each occurrence. In addition to product liability coverage, its policies include inland marine insurance for business personal property, product recall coverage, trade show coverage, and other supplemental coverages.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key customers and partnerships
 
 
 The company caters to a wide range of industries, including entertainment, education, fitness, and hospitality. Its client base included ecommerce sellers on platforms like Amazon, Etsy, and eBay, as well as brick-and-mortar retailers, manufacturers, importers, distributors, and wholesalers (June 2024).
 
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Next Insurance provides digital insurance solutions tailored specifically for small businesses. The company’s product offering includes a range of insurance policies, including general liability, professional liability, commercial auto, and workers’ compensation. The company leverages AI and machine learning to streamline the insurance process, claiming to process policy requests within 10 seconds. It incorporates factors such as risk level, location, and other business-specific factors to provide policy proposals.&nbsp;In March 2021, Next Insurance acquired AP Intego, a digital agency specializing in small business commercial insurance. The acquisition was intended to expand Next Insurance’s reach to more customers in new business classes. In December 2020, the company acquired Juniper Labs, a startup that automates underwriting for sellers insurance to small businesses, to expand its product offering.&nbsp;In October 2024, the company launched standalone&nbsp;<a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/34864">professional liability coverage</a> for consultants, offering protection against risks such as errors and omissions, personal injury, and property damage. The coverage can be customized with options for extended reporting periods and prior acts coverage.Key customers and partnershipsAs of November 2023, Next Insurance reported around 500,000 active policyholders, spanning a diverse base of small businesses across various industries, from construction and retail to professional services and fitness.In March 2021, Next Insurance partnered with Amazon to offer insurance solutions to Amazon Prime Business members, providing tailored insurance coverage through the platform​​.&nbsp;In September 2023, Next Insurance partnered with Bold Penguin, an integrated digital solution platform that offers commercial insurance. Through this collaboration, independent insurance agents can access Next Insurance's tailored policies for small businesses, expanding the company's distribution channels.In November 2023, Next Insurance partnered with Allstate and Allianz X. The partnership with Allstate provided Next Insurance’s products to Allstate’s customers and collaborated on developing a new product for commercial auto insurance. The collaboration with Allianz X aimed to strengthen Next Insurance’s reinsurance relationship with Allianz X.In March 2024, it partnered with Tensorflight, a property intelligence platform, to leverage Tensorflight’s property data and risk models to enhance Next Insurance’s underwriting process.&nbsp;

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 Pie Insurance primarily provides workers' compensation to small businesses via an online platform. Pie Insurance uses data and analytics to offer tailored and cost-effective coverage. In addition, Pie Insurance offers commercial auto insurance and a range of supplementary services and products. These include a solution that combines workers' compensation with payroll processing, risk reduction programs, and employer-extended coverages. The company also provides access to an online library of safety training modules and a return-to-work program to facilitate the recovery and reintegration of injured employees.&nbsp;
 
 
 By May 2022, the company had increased its annualized run-rate premium to nearly USD 300 million.
 
 
 In 2023, Pie Insurance transitioned from a managing general agent to a full-stack insurance carrier after it acquired American Insurance Company.&nbsp;
 
 
 Key customers and partnerships&nbsp;
 
 
 Pie Insurance primarily serves small businesses across various sectors, including construction, healthcare, and retail. The company provides its insurance products directly and through partnerships with local, regional, and national insurance agencies. In 
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 , the company partnered with Ford to launch a usage-based offering as part of the &quot;Ford Pro Insure&quot; program, a commercial auto insurance solution designed for Ford Pro vehicle fleets.
 
 
 
 As of September 2022, the company had partnered with over 2,800 agencies nationwide. As of May 2024, Pie Insurance has expanded its coverage to 38 states and the District of Columbia.
 
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 Embroker offers a range of insurance products, including directors and officers insurance, employment practices liability, cyber, professional liability, and more. Its digital platform allows businesses to obtain quotes, manage policies, and handle claims online. The company uses predictive, data-driven underwriting models to automate underwriting and improve the accuracy of risk assessment. It claims that its algorithmic-based risk management reduces premiums for businesses by up to 20%.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
 Key customers and partnerships&nbsp;
 
 
 Embroker specifically catered to funded startups, tech companies, law firms, and consultants and served over 40,000 customers as of May 2024.&nbsp;
 
 
 In July 2023, the company announced strategic partnerships with Dashlane, a security-first password management provider, and Cowbell, a cyber insurance provider for SMEs. Embroker aimed to enhance customer security using Dashlane&rsquo;s cyber protection services and expand its cyber liability offering by providing Cowbell Cyber Insurance to existing and prospective customers.&nbsp;
 
 
 In November 2023, the company entered into a strategic partnership with Ascend, a provider of financial operations automation software for insurers. Through this partnership, Embroker aimed to leverage Ascend&rsquo;s technological capabilities to improve operational efficiency and optimize its risk management process.
 
 
 
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 Foresight Commercial Insurance (Foresight) focuses on providing workers' compensation insurance specifically designed for safety-critical industries, such as construction, manufacturing, agriculture, and landscaping. The company&rsquo;s approach leverages data-informed underwriting and safety engagement tools to offer tailored insurance solutions​. Foresight claims to differentiate itself through its proprietary safety technology platform, Safesite, which aims to reduce workplace incidents by promoting a culture of safety and proactive risk management. Through this, the company claims to have reduced claims frequency by 17% on average as of August 2023.&nbsp;
 
 
 Key customers and partnerships&nbsp;
 
 
 Foresight serves a range of mid-sized businesses, particularly those in high-risk industries.&nbsp;
 
 
 In July 2023, Foresight partnered with CLARA Analytics, a leading AI platform for claims optimization, to implement CLARA's Triage module. This integration allowed Foresight to proactively manage claims, accelerate claim cycles, and collaborate effectively with third-party administrators (TPAs) in the event of workplace injuries.
 
 
 In November 2023, the company entered into a strategic partnership with QBE North America, allowing Foresight to write policies on QBE's paper, thus extending its reach and capacity and allowing the company to expand into new product lines. 
 
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Foresight Commercial Insurance

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 INSHUR is a digital insurance provider offering vehicle insurance coverage for on-demand drivers such as Uber and delivery drivers across the US, UK, and the Netherlands. It also provides insurance for TLC (Taxi &amp; Limousine Commission) in the US and private-hire drivers. The company's platform allows drivers to quote, purchase, and renew their policies entirely online through INSHUR's website or mobile app, eliminating the need for paperwork or lengthy phone calls. The company's proprietary data modeling technology enables dynamic real-time pricing and personalized insurance solutions for on-demand drivers. INSHUR's insurance offerings are tailored specifically for the on-demand economy, providing flexible coverage options that adapt to drivers' lifestyles and driving habits.&nbsp;
 
 
 In April 2023, INSHUR acquired American Business Insurance Services (ABI) for an undisclosed amount as part of its growth strategy to expand and scale its operations in the US. The acquisition resulted in INSHUR gaining immediate access to over 50,000 commercial vehicles across all 50 states.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 Key customers and partnerships&nbsp;
 
 
 In 2017, INSHUR entered a capacity agreement with Munich Re and introduced INSHUR 2.0, which is a completely digital insurance product for mobile devices, enabling users to obtain quotes and purchase insurance seamlessly.
 
 
 INSHUR established strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as Uber, expanding its on-demand insurance offerings to support livery drivers in key markets like Arizona, following successful deployments in New York City.
 
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