Unicorn insurtech bolttech taps new CEO for Europe in growth push

International unicorn insurtech  bolttech has appointed a new chief executive officer for Europe replacing Andrew Cons to help drive new and existing market and partnership growth.

Jens Schädler (pictured) takes over as CEO of Europe with immediate effect, Based in Switzerland, he will provide strategic leadership across bolttech’s Europe operations. bolttech currently operates in 30 markets globally including 19 markets across Europe.

Most recently, Schädler served as bolttech’s head of device protection, Europe, and general manager, Central Europe. Previously, he was the founder and CEO of i-surance AG, a Europe-based B2B2C digital insurance platform acquired by bolttech in July 2021. Since becoming part of bolttech, Schädler has been a key member of the bolttech executive leadership team, driving strategy and business development across the region.

Schädler has more than 18 years of experience in the telecommunications sector having been a partner at consultancies Bain & Company and Booz Allen Hamilton in Switzerland.

Rob Schimek, group chief executive officer of bolttech, said: “Since we welcomed the i-surance team to the bolttech family, Jens has established himself as a valuable leader with a strong depth and breadth of understanding of the industry. His expertise in developing game-changing digital insurance solutions is a major asset to bolttech as we continue to build our embedded insurance capabilities across Europe.”

Schädler commented: “We have enjoyed much success in Europe with the support of our innovative partners and global teams. Our growth in Europe has been phenomenal as we remain committed to helping our partners meet more of their customers’ needs. We are well on track to become the leading insurtech player in embedded insurance in Europe. I am excited to step into this role and together with our amazing team, drive further success for bolttech in Europe.”

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