One80 Intermediaries: Pioneering the Point-of-Sale Insurance Landscape

December 12, 2023 by

The seamless inclusion of insurance coverage within the point of sale (POS) experience is emerging as a critical development within the insurance industry. Embedded insurance, often referred to as POS insurance, is rapidly establishing itself as a fundamental element in the distribution strategies of innovative intermediaries. Among these pioneers, One80 Intermediaries is strongly positioned to take the lead in this transformative arena.

Embedded Insurance and Point of Sale Insurance: The Paradigm Shift

The concept of embedded insurance represents a paradigm shift in the insurance industry. Instead of insurance being an afterthought or a burdensome add-on, it is seamlessly integrated into the transaction, enhancing customer experience and streamlining the process. Point of sale insurance is no longer a peripheral consideration; it’s now a strategic focus for innovative intermediaries like One80.

One80 Intermediaries’ Point of Sale Insurance Initiatives

One80 Intermediaries has been at the forefront of this shift, harnessing the power of embedded insurance across diverse industries. Their innovative approach to point-of-sale insurance positions them as a leader in this evolving landscape. Recent examples include:

Looking Ahead: One80’s Expansion in 2024

One80 Intermediaries’ forward-thinking approach, combined with their deep industry expertise, positions them for continued success in embedding insurance across various sectors including the rapidly growing gig economy. As we look to the future of insurance distribution, the integration of insurance into the point-of-sale process is expected to gain even more prominence. Consumers increasingly demand simplicity, transparency, and value in their insurance interactions – and One80 Intermediaries’ innovative approach to embedded insurance perfectly aligns with these evolving customer expectations.

Conclusion

In a rapidly changing insurance landscape, the integration of insurance into the point-of-sale process is revolutionizing the industry. One80 Intermediaries, with its visionary approach and diverse portfolio of embedded insurance offerings, stands as a leading force in this transformation. As they prepare to expand their reach in 2024, One80 is poised to shape the future of insurance distribution, simplifying the insurance journey for customers and driving growth for businesses across industries.

Author:

Colleen Shelby is a Managing Director at One80 Intermediaries, where she spearheads the strategic vision and execution of embedded insurance distribution. Her journey to this pivotal role has been marked by diverse experiences that have shaped her into an accomplished leader in the insurance industry.

Colleen’s career began in the leasing industry after college, where she provided automatic insurance for leased equipment. While she left the embedded insurance sector to pursue roles in clinical trial management for medical devices in Europe and Central America, she soon returned to the leasing industry when she joined instaCOVER to lead a new medical device insurance initiative. Her dedication and expertise saw her rise through the ranks, eventually becoming CEO in January 2020.

instaCOVER was acquired by One80 Intermediaries in 2022 where Colleen oversees the strategic direction, business development, for embedded insurance throughout the franchise. Under Colleen’s leadership, the company has achieved record growth, launching several new products and expanding its footprint in the embedded insurance space. She also serves as a partner at TRI EX Capital Partners, gaining valuable insights into the leasing industry and the needs of brokers and funders.

Colleen’s remarkable journey from the leasing industry to becoming a respected leader in embedded insurance distribution reflects her passion for people and her commitment to driving business success.