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FS Brew Insurtech and Insurance Podcast
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Legends in Insurance: Mr. Fareed Lutfi on Tech, Talent, and Transformation

Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East’s first podcast dedicated to insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Renjit Philip, a boutique consulting firm partner, and Vidya Veerapandian, founder of Forward, engage i...

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April 9, 2025

Navigating the World of Insurance with Fareed Lutfi: Insights from a …

In the world of insurance in the Middle East, few names resonate as strongly as Fareed Lutfi. With over four decades of experience under his belt, Mr. Lutfi has become a fixture in the insurance sector, serving as the Secretary General of the Emirat…

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April 9, 2025

Legends in Insurance: Mr. Fareed Lutfi on Tech, Talent, and Transform…

Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East’s first podcast dedicated to insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Renjit Philip, a boutique consulting firm partner, and Vidya Veerapandian, founder of Forward, engage in a riveting conversation with Mr. Fareed Lutfi, the legendary Secretary G…

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April 9, 2025

Legends in Insurance: Mr. Fareed Lutfi on Tech, Talent, and Transform…

Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East’s first podcast dedicated to insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Renjit Philip, a boutique consulting firm partner, and Vidya Veerapandian, founder of Forward, engage in a riveting conversation with Mr. Fareed Lutfi, the legendary Secretary G…

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April 8, 2025

Legends in Insurance: Mr. Fareed Lutfi on Tech, Talent, and Transform…

Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East’s first podcast dedicated to insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Renjit Philip, a boutique consulting firm partner, and Vidya Veerapandian, founder of Forward, engage i...

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March 15, 2025

Hacking Attention for Insurance Innovation: Lessons from Dr. Robin Ki…

Introduction In the evolving landscape of the insurance industry, staying ahead often requires an adaptive strategy that incorporates the latest trends in digital marketing and customer engagement. This is especially true in the age of social media…

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March 15, 2025

Attention Hacking in Insurance: Insights from Dr. Robin Kiera

The Future of Insurance: Digital Transformation, Social Media, and Innovation with Dr. Robin Kiera Welcome to FS Brew, the first podcast in the UAE and the wider Middle East focused on insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Vidya Veerapandian, founder of Forward, and Renjit Philip, …

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April 9, 2025

Navigating the World of Insurance with Fareed Lutfi: Insights from a …

In the world of insurance in the Middle East, few names resonate as strongly as Fareed Lutfi. With over four decades of experience under his belt, Mr. Lutfi has become a fixture in the insurance sector, serving as the Secretary General of the Emirat…

Read the Blog Post
March 15, 2025

Hacking Attention for Insurance Innovation: Lessons from Dr. Robin Ki…

Introduction In the evolving landscape of the insurance industry, staying ahead often requires an adaptive strategy that incorporates the latest trends in digital marketing and customer engagement. This is especially true in the age of social media…

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May 16, 2024

Rising Tides, Rising Innovations: How AI and Insurtechs Are Reshaping…

Imagine a world where insurance payouts are as predictable as the rising tide. In Freeport, Texas, this isn't just imagination—it's reality, thanks to a new approach to insurance.Picture a warehouse owned by Postlane Partners in Free…

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About the Hosts

Renjit Philip Profile Photo

Renjit Philip

Lifelong Learner, Builder, Operator

Senior professional with 20+ years of startup and corporate experience in retail finance, payments, insurance, and technology consulting. Startup and scale-up expertise in successful business units. International work experience: USA, India, China & MENA region.

Ex-founder: Insurtech Startup in US. Currently advising Startups in the US, India & UAE. Investor: Early Stage to Series A

Mentor/session leader at Accelerators: Founder Institute (GCC Silicon Valley)| NSRCEL, IIMB, Bangalore| Loyal VC, Canada

Specialties: Startup leadership, Business Strategy, Program Management, Design Thinking, Growth, Business Development and Strategic Partnership

Newsletter on AI:
www.onemorethinginai.com

Thought Leadership
www.renjitphilip.com

Socials
Twitter: @renjitphilip
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/renjit-philip

Vidya Veerapandian Profile Photo

Vidya Veerapandian

Founder- FWD

Vidya Veerapandian
Senior Insurance Marketing Leader with expertise in digital transformation, CX and go-to-market strategies
Core strengths: 1] to lead P&L centric omni- channel marketing strategies for direct, broker and affinity businesses and 2] to direct seamless and consistent user- centered design and experience across multivariate customer journeys
International work experience: MENA and India
Specialties: design thinking, growth marketing, brand strategy, creative thinking & management
Awards: Winner MEPRA and SABRE awards for Best Campaign & Comms; recipient of MENA IR Awards

Reviews

Good informative dialog !

"Good guests !"

San.Sam | May 9, 2022