Michael Paulus
Michael Paulus is currently co-founder at Assurance IQ and Assurance. He founded Assurance and Assurance IQ, both startups that were acquired.
Prudential Shuts Down $2.35B Acquired Insurance Tech Startup Assurance IQ After Five Years
Prudential is shutting down Assurance IQ, the insurance tech startup it acquired for $2.35 billion in 2019, citing a strategic shift to focus on its core businesses. Assurance, a Seattle-based unicorn, had used technology to match consumers with insurance, but faced challenges including missed financial targets and regulatory scrutiny.
Allison Arzeno Leads Assurance IQ Through $2.3 Billion Prudential Acquisition and Challenges Since Becoming CEO in 2021
Allison Arzeno, CEO of Seattle-based insurance tech company Assurance IQ, has navigated significant leadership changes and ownership transitions since becoming CEO in June 2021. Despite Prudential Financial's $2.3 billion acquisition and recent operating losses, she remains optimistic about the company's future and its potential to create value.
Organizations
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Assurance Co-founder · current
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Assurance IQ Co-founder · current