Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Claimence

CEO – Capital Raising & Strategic PartnershipsAI-Powered InsurTech | New York CityNorth America (United States & Canada)A Unique Leadership OpportunityWe’ve built and self-financed the AI platform that is becoming the global standard for Financial Lines claims handling—a $5B+ annual cost center in a $99B global market that hasn’t changed since the 1980s. The technology works. The market is enormous. We’re seeking a senior executive who wants significant equity participation in a high-growth venture.This is an active search with a defined timeline.The CompanyThe product is live. The alpha is complete. It works.Our engine does what takes experienced claims professionals—coverage attorneys who spend months analyzing complex policies—and compresses their work into minutes: parse complex D&O, E&O, Fiduciary, and EPLI policies, cross-reference claim submissions, generate precise coverage analyses, and draft preliminary coverage determination letters—with 89% accuracy on first pass, without human involvement.This isn’t a concept. This isn’t a pitch deck with a roadmap. We’ve built and self-financed the technology, proven it works, and are now in active development to expand capabilities.Powered by proprietary Agentic AI. Rigorously trained. Scaling now.Our clients: Insurance Carriers, TPAs, MGAs, Law Firms, Brokers, Reinsurers, and MGUs who are tired of inefficiency and ready for a competitive edge.Proof point: “We’ve been waiting 20 years for someone to build this.” — Head of Financial Lines Claims, Global Top-20 CarrierWe’re headquartered in New York City with full responsibility for the North American market (United States and Canada).The Market OpportunityThis is a category creation opportunity with no known direct competitors in North America.$5.6B North American Financial Lines claims handling market (US & Canada)$99.2B global Financial Lines insurance market70-90% of specialty insurance processes remain manual77% of carriers struggle with talent retention90+ day turnarounds no longer viable in today’s market$1,000+/hour attorneys performing coverage analysis that our platform automatesThe North American InsurTech market is exploding—from $7.4B in 2024 to a projected $29.6B by 2031. While everyone else focuses on underwriting, we’re capturing the claims processing gold mine nobody else is mining.Why Pre-Revenue Represents the Right TimingWe are pre-revenue by design, not by circumstance.The technology is built. The product works. We’ve chosen to bring in a CEO at this stage precisely because it allows the right candidate to participate in meaningful equity ownership before valuations reflect commercial traction. This is a deliberate opportunity for the right executive to join at the ground floor.A serial entrepreneur with five prior companies, the founder has personally financed the entire development of this platform. The company carries zero debt. The senior team is being built. The technology is proven. Now we’re seeking a CEO to lead capital formation and drive market expansion across the United States and Canada.The RoleThis is a CEO role with full P&L responsibility for North America (United States and Canada) and a primary focus on securing equity investment and building strategic partnerships with high-net-worth individuals and family offices to accelerate growth.The hard part—building and financing a product that actually works—is done. Now we’re raising capital to scale aggressively and capture the North American market. You’re here to get in rooms, build relationships, tell our story, and close equity rounds.The founder will remain actively involved but is seeking a CEO to whom real authority can be delegated. You’ll have autonomy to run the business. This is a founder who has done this before and knows how to empower talented executives to lead.Note: This role does not require a legal background. We have the legal and insurance domain expertise on the team. We need a dealmaker and business builder.What You’ll DoRaise Capital & Build Strategic Relationships (Primary Focus)Develop and execute an equity raise strategy targeting accredited high-net-worth individuals and family offices—domestic (US & Canada) and internationalClose equity investment rounds that fuel aggressive growthBuild and manage a pipeline of investor and partner relationships across North AmericaOwn all capital communications, from first conversation to closed dealIdentify strategic M&A and partnership opportunities as they ariseLead North American OperationsSet strategic direction and make high-stakes decisions for the US and Canadian marketsBuild and lead the executive team alongside existing senior leadershipRepresent the company publicly—media, conferences, industry events throughout North AmericaEnsure governance, compliance, and ethical standards across all jurisdictionsWho You AreNon-Negotiables:Proven entrepreneur, dealmaker, or executive with a track record of closing significant equity investments from high-net-worth individuals and family officesAn established network of accredited high-net-worth individuals and family offices you can engage immediately—domestic or international5+ years in executive leadership—we welcome accomplished mid-level executives ready to step into a senior roleLocated in NYC Metro Area, or open to remote with regular travel to NYC and throughout North AmericaNice to Have (But Not Required):Sell-side investment banking backgroundStartup experienceInsurance, fintech, or financial services industry exposureExperience operating in both US and Canadian marketsNot Required:Legal degree or legal background (domain expertise is already on the team)You Must Be:A proven relationship builder with a reputation that opens doorsArticulate, persuasive, and credible in front of capitalComfortable with speed and decisive actionHungry to build something significantThis role is ideal for someone who has spent their career creating value for others and is now ready for meaningful equity participation in a venture they help build.The PackageWe’re offering a genuine equity partnership alongside competitive compensation ($350,000 – $450,000).Significant equity participation plus very competitive base salary – We offer a compensation structure that balances immediate value with long-term wealth creation: a competitive base salary commensurate with your experience, combined with meaningful equity participation that aligns your interests with the company’s growth trajectory.Performance bonus – Tied directly to company milestonesFull benefits package – Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disabilityCo-investment opportunity – Select candidates may invest up to $1M of personal capital in the company. This opportunity is offered at the company’s discretion and is not a requirement for the role.The UpsideThe Financial Lines claims technology market is positioned for consolidation. We intend to be a strategic participant in that consolidation—whether as acquirer or as an attractive acquisition target at the appropriate valuation.The financial model projects (North America):$54M ARR by Year 697.9% gross margins at scale53% EBITDA margins at maturityComparable exits in this space: $320M – $6.5BWhile there are no guarantees, the realistic possibility of a substantial exit in the next 3–6 years is very real. We’re talking about a platform with massive strategic value to carriers, private equity, and strategic acquirers who will pay a premium to own this capability.We are building for scale and strategic value, with a clear trajectory toward a significant liquidity event.For executives who recognize the value of early-stage equity participation, this represents a rare entry point.The Bottom LineThe technology works. The North American market is massive. The timing is now.We need a proven dealmaker who wakes up every day thinking about who they’re going to call, what room they’re going to walk into, and how they’re going to accelerate this company’s trajectory across the United States and Canada.This is an active search. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.If your network is real, your reputation is strong, and you want to build something with substantial exit potential—let’s talk.Equal opportunity employer.