About InsurTech Hartford

Welcome to InsurTech Hartford, a leading force in driving innovation within the global insurtech and insurance technology landscape. Established in 2016 by a group of passionate insurance professionals with a deep understanding of insurance and tech, our core mission is to cultivate and nurture a robust insurtech ecosystem, fostering collaboration and progress across the insurtech industry.

We are a part of

InsurTech Hartford is a proud member of InsurTech America. As part of this powerful network of communities, we share the vision and mission to propel insurance innovation forward.

Vision

To be the most respected, well-connected ecosystem accelerating the pace of insurance innovation.

Mission

Our mission is to accelerate insurance innovation by providing a platform for Insurance Professionals to connect, share ideas, and build the future of insurance together.

Our Community & Impact

Since our inception in 2016, InsurTech Hartford has grown into a major driver of industry transformation. We serve a diverse global community of stakeholders, including:

Global Startups

Providing a vital platform for emerging insurtech startups and insurtech companies to connect, grow, and showcase their groundbreaking solutions.

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Agent/Brokers & Carriers

Facilitating connections that enable traditional players to embrace new technologies and strategies, becoming leading insurance tech companies.

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Solution Providers

Creating avenues for cutting-edge technology companies to engage with the insurance sector.

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Investors

Identifying and supporting promising ventures that are poised to reshape the future of insurance.

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We consistently attract a dynamic, executive-level audience from all lines of the (re)insurance industry business, fostering an environment ripe for collaboration and growth within the insurtech industry.

Big news: IHS is now IAS

InsurTech America Symposium 2026

On April 13 & 14, 2026, the InsurTech America Symposium brings together 700+ of the brightest minds, innovators, and industry leaders at the prestigious Connecticut Convention Center, Downtown Hartford.

This isn’t just another conference—it is a highly immersive experience that redefines what an insurtech event can be. From thought-provoking keynotes to dynamic networking, from groundbreaking startup showcases to real-time media coverage, IAS2026 ignites powerful conversations and meaningful connections.

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About Our Founder: Stacey Brown

InsurTech Hartford was founded by Stacey Brown, a recognized insurtech influencer, investor, and insurtech advisor. Stacey is widely known for his instrumental role in jumpstarting one of the industry’s most successful insurtech ecosystems right here in Hartford.

With over 20 years of experience as an insurance technology executive, Stacey has held leadership roles within some of the industry’s largest carriers. His diverse carrier background includes leading large programs, transforming organizations, and driving innovation from within. Through InsurTech Hartford, Stacey leverages his extensive network to connect a global community of industry leaders across carriers, brokers, insurtech startups, and investors.

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