bolttech (Singapore), a global InsurTech company centered on an insurance exchange, has announced the appointment of Dr. Jens Schädler as Chief Executive Officer, Europe, effective immediately. Based in Switzerland, Schädler is tasked with providing strategic leadership across bolttech’s Europe operations, driving new and existing market and partnership growth. Schädler takes over the role from Andrew Cons.
Schädler was most recently Head of Device Protection, Europe, and General Manager, Central Europe, supporting business partners, ranging from international telecommunications operators, and manufacturers and retailers in the consumer electronics and medical device industries, to drive profitable growth.
Previously, Schädler was the founder and CEO of i-surance AG, a Europe-based B2B2C digital insurance platform acquired by bolttech in July 2021. Since becoming part of bolttech, the company says Schädler has been a key member of the bolttech executive leadership team, driving strategy and business development across the region.
Schädler has more than 18 years of experience in the telecommunications sector, having been a partner at consultancies Bain & Company and Booz Allen Hamilton in Switzerland.
“Since we welcomed the i-surance team to the bolttech family, Jens has established himself as a valuable leader with a strong depth and breadth of understanding of the industry,” comments Rob Schimek, Group CEO, bolttech. “His expertise in developing game-changing digital insurance solutions is a major asset to bolttech as we continue to build our embedded insurance capabilities across Europe.”
On Track to Be Leading InsurTech Player in Embedded Insurance
“We have enjoyed much success in Europe with the support of our innovative partners and global teams,” comments Schädler. “Our growth in Europe has been phenomenal, as we remain committed to helping our partners meet more of their customers’ needs. We are well on track to become the leading insurtech player in embedded insurance in Europe. I am excited to step into this role and together with our amazing team, drive further success for bolttech in Europe.”
Source: Insurance Innovation Reporter
