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FS Brew Insurtech and Insurance Podcast
FS Brew Insurtech and Insurance Podcast
Welcome to FS Brew! FS Brew is the region’s first podcast focusing on all things insurance and insurtech here in the UAE and the broader Middle East. The viewers and listeners are from the insurance industry and from industries serving the insurance sector in the region. In every episode, the hosts, Vidya Veerapandian and Renjit Philip, pick up and analyze news pieces and talk to leaders from the industry. Why we launched this podcast? Increase awareness on insurance, insurtechs, digital marketing and transformation Create a community of like-minded people from the insurance industry Create a forum for discussing global issues that impact the insurance industry in the UAE and the wider Middle East Connect innovators and entrepreneurs with investors, incumbents and accelerators in the region
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Exclusive: CEO Neeraj Gupta Talks AI, Regulations, and the Future of Insurance

Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East's first podcast dedicated to all things insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Renjit and Vidya are joined by Neeraj Gupta, CEO of Policy Bazaar UAE, for an insightful dis...

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Jan. 29, 2026

Why Insurance Must Attract Young Professionals! - Gaenor Jones #insur…

The future of the insurance industry depends on the talent we attract today. In this episode, Gaenor Jones, Regional Director at the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), discusses why bringing young, diverse talent into the insurance sector is critical for long-term growth and innovation. From fr…

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Jan. 26, 2026

Exclusive: CEO Neeraj Gupta Talks AI, Regulations, and the Future of …

Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East's first podcast dedicated to all things insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Renjit and Vidya are joined by Neeraj Gupta, CEO of Policy Bazaar UAE, for an insightful discussion on the latest innovations and challenges in the insurance landscap…

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Jan. 26, 2026

Exclusive: CEO Neeraj Gupta Talks AI, Regulations, and the Future of …

Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East's first podcast dedicated to all things insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Renjit and Vidya are joined by Neeraj Gupta, CEO of Policy Bazaar UAE, for an insightful dis...

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Jan. 26, 2026

Exclusive: CEO Neeraj Gupta Talks AI, Regulations, and the Future of …

Welcome to FS Brew, the UAE and Middle East's first podcast dedicated to all things insurance and InsureTech. In this episode, hosts Renjit and Vidya are joined by Neeraj Gupta, CEO of Policy Bazaar UAE, for an insightful discussion on the latest innovations and challenges in the insurance landscap…

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Jan. 26, 2026

“Trust: The Foundation of Lasting Customer Relationships” #insurtech …

Trust isn’t built overnight — it’s built over decades. In this episode, Ken Maw, Managing Director at Al Futtaim Willis Co. LLC, shares insights on the key factors that sustain trust and why it plays a critical role in long-term customer relationships. In an industry where decisions have lasting …

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Dec. 15, 2025

“How Regulation Impacts Trust in Insurance” - Gautam Datta #fsbrew #i…

“How Regulation Impacts Trust in Insurance” - Gautam Datta #fsbrew #insurtech #insurance

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Recent Blog Posts

July 13, 2025

Recognition for FS Brew Podcast- Top 20 in the World of Insurtech pod…

  We are excited to share that our podcast, FS Brew- Insurtech and insurance in the Middle East, has been recognized as one of the Top 40 Insurtech Podcasts  Ranking below: https://www.millionpodcasts.com/insurtech-podcasts/  

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May 26, 2025

From Corporate Boardrooms to Insurtech Frontlines: Sabine VanderLinde…

In this powerful episode of FS Brew, hosts Renjit Philip and Vidya Veerapandian sit down with none other than Sabine VanderLinden, the influential CEO, investor, and powerhouse behind multiple innovation ventures in the Insurtech world. Known for he…

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May 26, 2025

How Jonathan Cooper Is Building a Smarter Insurtech for Travel—and Wh…

In a world where most startup founders are under 35, Jonathan Cooper decided to launch an Insurtech firm at the age of 43. What makes his journey even more compelling? He didn’t just start a company—he’s reshaping how travel insu…

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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