Fritz Merizon

Fritz Merizon is an insurtech specialist with an interest in how technology is reshaping the insurance industry. He brings experience working across startups and established companies, helping teams grow through practical sales strategies and operational improvements. His background also includes evaluating early-stage companies and supporting innovation through work related to emerging tech trends in insurance.

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The Edmund Fitzgerald: A Cautionary Tale for Insurers

Picture of Fritz Merizon Fritz Merizon: Nov 7, 2025 10:41:57 AM

In 1957, Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company made a bold move for an insurer’s balance sheet. Seeking uncorrelated returns, they financed the construction of a Great Lakes freighter as a direct corporate investment. The vessel, launched in...

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Why decades of digital neglect may be a barrier to AI adoption

Picture of Fritz Merizon Fritz Merizon: Jul 9, 2025 11:36:18 AM

This spring’s insurance conference season provided one coherent theme: “AI is the future.” Executives discussed progress in testing and releasing...

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The Future of Insurance USA 2025 – Conference Takeaways

Picture of Fritz Merizon Fritz Merizon: Jun 22, 2025 11:45:18 AM

At this year’s The Future of Insurance USA 2025 in Chicago, the message was clear: insurance is undergoing a fundamental transformation. All...

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