Generali at Insurtech Insights Europe 2025: leading the future of insurance innovation
Taking part in one of Europe’s largest insurtech conferences, the Group shared its vision and expertise across multiple strategic areas to stimulate discussions on how innovation, digitalization, and customer-centricity are redefining the insurance landscape
On March 19-20th, Generali took part in Insurtech Insights Europe 2025, an important gathering of insurance leaders, tech entrepreneurs, and investors. The event was a hub for meaningful networking and collaboration, providing an unparalleled opportunity to exchange ideas, explore cutting-edge innovations, and discuss the trends shaping the future of the insurance industry.
Generali’s insights and vision for the future
As a key player in the industry’s transformation, the Group shared its vision and expertise across multiple strategic areas.
Cécile Paillard, Group Chief Transformation Officer, explained how Generali is reshaping its business model through strategic investments, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to social responsibility, in line with the new strategy “Lifetime Partner 27: Driving Excellence”. A forward-looking approach that aims to foster resilience, create long-term value, and set new industry standards of excellence.
Next, the discussion shifted to addressing the impact of insurance in society with Danilo Raponi, Group Head of Innovation. It was highlighted that insurance is a cornerstone of societal well-being, providing security, fostering resilience, and addressing emerging protection gaps, such as those created by cyber risks thanks to both prevention and recovery.
Moving forward, Ruth Armalé, CEO of House of Insurtech Switzerland (HITS) - a subsidiary of Generali - shared insights on the decision-making processes behind forming strategic partnerships with startups versus making direct capital investments.
Emanuele Colonnella, Innovation Lead, took part in a debate focused on the importance of measuring and communicating innovation success to make sure innovation is delivering on its promises in the short term but also to drive cultural change, creating value in the long term.
Next, Carlo Augusto Mironici, CEO of Generali Engagement Solutions GmbH, explained how to achieve economies of scale with strategic synergies, illustrating Generali’s approach through a case study of the successful partnership with Vitality, a leading provider of health and wellbeing programmes designed to promote healthier lifestyles and preventive care.
Finally, Pierre Stalla Bourdilloun, Head of Group Business Development, Motor & Mobility, explained how the future of motor insurance is evolving amidst regulatory challenges in the EU and the need for seamless digitalization, with manufacturers increasingly adopting omni-channel strategies and embedded insurance solutions to enhance the purchasing experience.
Additional sessions saw interventions by Mattia Pizzolato, CTO at Generali Engagement Solutions GmbH; Simon Edwards, Head of Parametric Underwriting at Generali GC&C; and Kilian Massiah, Innovation Project Lead, House of Insurtech Switzerland.
These contributions stimulated engaging discussions on how innovation, digitalization, and customer-centricity are redefining the insurance landscape. As we continue to shape the future of our industry, these insights will be instrumental in driving Generali’s ongoing commitment to Excellence.
AI & Data, a strategic foundation of Generali’s new three-year plan
Thanks to the investment in technology during the previous strategic plan, Generali will continue to harness the power of AI and data platforms as accelerators for the “Lifetime Partner 27: Driving Excellence” plan.
Through a comprehensive and integrated technology strategy, the Group is scaling up flagship AI applications across core areas and markets, delivered by its 300 fully dedicated AI and Data professionals. Generali is also building and scaling new (Gen)AI applications and capitalizing on Group platforms and key partnerships.
