Leading in the Trenches and Honoring Family Sacrifices

The Insurance Technology Podcast - Jan 24, 2025

In this episode of The Insurance Technology Podcast, Reid chats with Michael Vega-Sanz, co-founder of Lula and co-founder & President of GAIL, to hear about his unique upbringing on a Miami farm and how early experiences fueled his entrepreneurial spirit. 

Tune in to hear Michael’s captivating stories of tinkering with lawnmowers, exploring his rural surroundings, growing up and collaborating with his twin, his dedication to family, and the innovative work they’re doing today in the insurtech space.  

Episode Highlights

·         Chickens, goats and a lot for tinkering on the Miami farm (00:36)

·         A love for tech that started at Babson (6:54)

·         Twins join forces, building their first app (10:14)

·         Going from an app to an insurance business (16:42)

·         A customer-centric approach goes a long way (24:37)

·         From zero to $2 million in 18 months (29:40)

·         The AI, tech + insurance opportunity (32:34)

·         Selling Lula, founding GAIL (46:54)

·         The goal is to be the customers’ “wingman” (1:03:49)

·         Getting in the trenches as effective leadership (1:10:48)

Podcast Page