In the latest episode of Streamlining Insurance, host Darren Bloomfield sits down with Rahul Daryanani from Cerity Partners Ventures to explore how corporate venture capital is reshaping insurance innovation. Learn how forward-thinking carriers and brokers are using strategic investments in startups to unlock efficiency, embrace AI, and stay ahead of disruption. From accelerating underwriting to transforming workflows and improving the policyholder experience, Rahul shares insider insights on how VC can act as the “headlights” for traditional firms. Whether you’re a startup founder or an industry veteran, this episode is packed with practical takeaways on driving smart innovation in insurance.
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Darren Bloomfield is a graduate of Butler University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management & Insurance and Finance. As a former underwriter turned SaaS professional, Darren is passionate about modernizing the insurance industry. He partners with carriers and brokers at Feathery to implement workflow automations that eliminate manual tasks and unlock growth. In Streamlining Insurance, Darren explores how insurance leaders are building the future of operations, distribution, and technology.
Rahul Daryanani is a Senior Principal at Cerity Partners Ventures, where he supports early and growth-stage companies at the intersection of financial services and artificial intelligence.
He joined Cerity Partners following its 2024 merger with Touchdown Ventures, where he served as a Principal. With over a decade of experience spanning insurance, financial services, private equity, and venture capital, Rahul brings a deep understanding of the evolving fintech and insurtech landscape.
His career began on the investment side at major insurance firms including Sun Life Financial and Liberty Mutual. He later joined Arbor Ventures, where he focused on early-stage investments in sectors such as payments, lending, claims management, and insurance workflow innovation.
Now at Cerity, Rahul continues to pursue his passion for helping transformative startups scale and succeed.
