Swiss insurtech startup Anivo has succeeded in attracting expert support: the former chief executives of two large Swiss insurance companies have decided to contribute with their experience to the development of the fledgling online broker.
Martin Strobel, the former CEO of Baloise Group, and Stefan Loacker, the ex-CEO of Helvetia Group, are joining Anivo, the Swiss insurtech startup, according to a statement today (statement in German language).
Anivo is an independent insurance adviser, which launched the first Swiss online brokerage for private insurance policies in 2015.
New Lines of Business
Strobel will take a seat on the board of directors and help shape the strategy of Anivo. Loacker (pictured above) will act as an adviser, supporting the company in the development of the business with corporate clients and associations as well as the development of new business opportunities.
«The wide international experience and the network of Martin Strobel and Stefan Loacker will help us to develop even better digital insurance solutions for our clients and partners,» said Alexander Bojer, chairman and CEO of Anivo, in a statement.
Their Past Experience as CEO
Strobel is an insurance expert with 24 years of experience in the industry. He currently is an operating partner at Advent International and a non-executive director at Royal Sun Alliance. He also acts as business angel in the insurtech industry.
Loacker has 20 years of experience in various positions at Helvetia, acting as Group CEO from 2007 through 2016. He is the founder of Delos Management and invests in startups across Europe. He also is a member of several boards.
