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# Company Background

Authentic is a partnership-driven insurtech company with offices in New York City and Dayton. Backed by over $15 million in venture funding from partners like FirstMark, Slow Ventures, and GPs at Aquiline Capital Partners, Authentic delivers innovative insurance solutions supported by A-rated carriers, Everspan and AmTrust. Our team includes seasoned experts from Aquiline, Amazon, Next, and Canary, combining deep insurance and tech expertise.

Since our launch, we’ve successfully partnered with diverse affinity groups—including vertical software companies, insurance agencies/brokers, and franchises—to build custom insurance policies, strategize go-to-market approaches, and gain insights into their customers. We’ve helped these groups launch tailored insurance programs on timelines as short as a few hours.


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