Goose Insurance Services

Goose Insurance Services, an InsurTech company headquartered in Vancouver, was established in 2017 by co-founders Dejan Mirkovic, Omar Kaywan, and Pamela Kwiatkowski. The company's leadership team, which includes Dejan Mirkovic as CEO, Omar Kaywan as Chief Growth & Operating Officer, and Pamela Kwiatkowski as Chief Insurance Officer, is responsible for the strategic direction of the mobile-first insurance platform. Mirkovic brings a wealth of experience from the telecommunications and insurance sectors, having previously co-founded Cityfone Telecommunications and Square One Insurance.

Goose operates as a digital insurance provider, functioning as a managing general agent (MGA) to offer a variety of insurance products directly to consumers through its mobile application. The company targets underserved consumers in North America, providing a self-serve platform that simplifies the process of purchasing insurance. Its business model focuses on making insurance accessible and affordable, allowing users to get quotes and purchase policies in minutes. Revenue is generated through the sale of these insurance policies, underwritten by a panel of established carriers including AIG, iA Financial Group, and Lloyds of London.

The core of Goose's offering is its "Super-App," which enables users to purchase and manage a wide range of insurance products from their smartphones. Initially focused on travel insurance, the company has since expanded its product line to include term life, critical illness, renters, pet, and final expense insurance, among others. The app is available in 8 Canadian provinces and over 30 US states. Key features of the platform include the ability to get instant quotes, purchase coverage without medical exams for many products, and access 24/7 support. For example, users can acquire up to $500,000 in life insurance or renters insurance with up to $100,000 in personal liability coverage directly through the app. The company has steadily grown, raising $2.25 million in a 2018 seed round and securing a $4 million Series A funding round in 2023 to fuel its expansion in Canada and the U.S.

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