New York City, June 2, 2026

You’re in the Game

Emerging Risks Require Emerging Solutions

Risk Royale unites the key players moving insurance forward, connecting entrepreneurs and technologists to the world’s incumbent risk takers - igniting progress for a world that demands it.

The intersection of capital markets, technology, and insurance innovation

1:1 Networking

Curated structured networking is core to the Risk Royale experience. Meet your fellow industry leaders over "speed dating" style conversations.

Industry Conversations

Main stage content deep dives with industry luminaries on the most pressing issues facing insurance.

Breakout Groups

Join your senior industry peers for moderated roundtable conversations to share insights and learnings.

Poker

End the day with some fun - and luck - over a friendly poker tournament.

May the best player win!

Last year's attendees included senior executives from:

Here's what previous attendees have said:

“I have to be selective about the events I attend, and this one was particularly valuable. The speakers were insightful, and the 1-1 matchmaking led to genuinely useful connections.”

Mary Boyd

CEO, Hiscox USA

“I enjoyed attending Risk Royale. As an insurer that uses technology as a key source of differentiation, the event offered a fast, clear view of the innovations shaping our industry, helping us stay ahead of the curve. Its carefully curated attendee list also makes it an excellent forum for meeting potential strategic partners.”

Brian Haney

COO & President, Kinsale Capital Group

“Focus is everything for founders. There’s no shortage of events out there, but very few actually move the needle. Risk Royale stands out because they’re intentional about who’s in the room: investors, customers, strategic partners, advisors, and operators who are genuinely relevant. I walk away with six months’ worth of high-impact networking in a single afternoon. And yes… the poker is a blast.”

Elad Schaffer

Co-Founder & CEO, Faye

“Risk Royale’s topics, speakers, other participants attending made it the most impactful conference or event I personally attended in 2025. Perfectly timed to provide incredible perspective on the year’s hottest subject, AI, made it invaluable.”

Tom Kussurelis

President Arrowhead Programs (Brown & Brown)

“As a founder, Risk Royale is an experience I look forward to for months. The hand-picked guest list of other founders, investors, and partners means I'm going to learn something no matter who I bump into. And as a bonus, last year I got to meet two of my long-time insurance heroes.”

Darren Nix

Co-Founder & CEO of Steadily

“Risk Royale was outstanding. The sessions were interesting, and the structured networking was the perfect way to connect and learn about the startups.”

Thomas Weist

CFO, Tokio Marine HCC

"What makes Risk Royale stand out is the access to top-tier founders, investors, and decision-makers in the risk and insurance space. The event goes beyond surface-level discussions, offering real insight into where the industry is headed and the most promising opportunities ahead.”

Max Chee

Partner, Co-Head of ATG, Aquiline Capital Partners

“Risk Royale is one of those rare events that truly delivers on industry insights and high-quality connections. Last year, I had the chance to spend time with leaders shaping the industry's future and walked away with fresh perspectives on what's ahead. It’s a must-attend.”

Niji Sabharwal

CEO & Cofounder, AgentSync

“Risk Royale was an incredibly valuable experience. The insights from industry leaders and the chance to connect with top investors, builders, and innovators provided real takeaways that will help our company move forward. If you're building in the risk and insurance space, this is an event you don’t want to miss.”

Kyle Nakatsuji

CEO & Cofounder, Clearcover

"Risk Royale was incredibly valuable, both for the caliber of people I was able to meet and the forward-looking content on emerging technologies and industry trends.”

AJ Colbert

Head of Strategy & Corporate Development, Liberty Mutual

Select Attendees from Last Year

Ben Cukier

Ben Cukier

Partner

Camila Serna

Camila Serna

EVP, Global Head of Operations | Digital Business, Data, and Analytics

Rashmi "Rush" Melgiri

Rashmi "Rush" Melgiri

(Co)Founder & CEO

Carlotta "LottI" Siniscalco

Carlotta "LottI" Siniscalco

General Partner

Andy Tam

Andy Tam

Managing Director, Co-Head Americas Insurance Investment Banking

Mark Selcow

Mark Selcow

General Partner

Sam Hodges

Sam Hodges

CEO

Benjamin Hall

Benjamin Hall

Compliance Officer at Compliance Group

Dan Bratshpis

Dan Bratshpis

(Co)Founder & CEO

Jamie Cuffe

Jamie Cuffe

(Co)Founder & CEO

AJ Colbert

AJ Colbert

President, North American Programs and Delegated Authority

Kyle Nakatsuji

Kyle Nakatsuji

(Co)Founder & CEO

Alex Schmelkin

Alex Schmelkin

(Co)Founder & CEO

Tom Kussurelis

Tom Kussurelis

President, Arrowhead Programs

Naveen Anand

Naveen Anand

President, Octave Partners

Graham Topol

Graham Topol

(Co)Founder & CEO

Roman Itskovich

Roman Itskovich

(Co)Founder & Chief Risk Officer

Joe Schmidt IV

Joe Schmidt IV

Partner

Dawn D'Onofrio

Dawn D'Onofrio

Global CUO, Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers

Will Ross

Will Ross

(Co)Founder & CEO

Tom Weist

Tom Weist

EVP & CFO, Tokio Marine HCC

Solomon Hailu

Solomon Hailu

Partner

Huff Millard

Huff Millard

Managing Director & Global Head of Portfolio Acceleration

Joe Zuk

Joe Zuk

Operating Partner

Gil Arazi

Gil Arazi

Founder & Managing Partner

Hanna Wu

Hanna Wu

(Co)Founder & CEO

Steven Hall

Steven Hall

Funding Director

Linda Roberts

Linda Roberts

Funding Director

Matthew Evans

Matthew Evans

Funding Director

Karen Lee

Karen Lee

Funding Director

Daniel Wright

Daniel Wright

Strategic Funding Group

Susan Hernandez

Susan Hernandez

Funding Director

James Thompson

James Thompson

Funding Director

Olivia Martinez

Olivia Martinez

Funding Director

Robert Lee

Robert Lee

Funding Director

Laura Garcia

Laura Garcia

Funding Director

Chris Miller

Chris Miller

Funding Director

Emily Davis

Emily Davis

Funding Director

David Wilson

David Wilson

Venture Capitalist at Growth Partners

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Funding Director

Michael Brown

Michael Brown

Investment Consultant at Capital Advisors

Jane Smith

Jane Smith

Chief Financial Officer at Startup Hub

John Doe

John Doe

Senior Analyst at FinTech Solutions

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Jacqueline Le Sage

Jacqueline Le Sage

Managing General Partner, Company

Our Collective Power

$40B

Total raised by startups in attendance.

$496B

GWP of insurers in attendance.

$384B

AUM of investors in attendance.

Nothing Ventured, 
Nothing Gained

We'll see you there.

Thank you to our 2025 event partners