In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Amira Nakouri, co-founder and CEO of Klaimy, to share her inspiring entrepreneurial journey. With a strong background in strategy consulting for major European insurers, Amira reveals how her drive for innovation—and a spark from the rise of generative AI—led her to launch Klaimy in Paris. 

Klaimy is redefining the insurance industry by using AI to streamline the complex and time-consuming medical underwriting process. Amira explains how their technology helps insurance companies process medical records with incredible speed and accuracy, cutting decision times from days to just minutes. She also discusses the company’s go-to-market strategies, working with mid-sized MGAs, and their hybrid SaaS pricing model. 

Tune in as Amira shares candid insights about building a startup team, navigating challenges with enterprise sales cycles, and raising pre-seed capital during uncertain times in Europe. Whether you’re interested in SaaS, AI, or the future of insurtech, this episode offers valuable lessons for founders and innovators alike. 

Show Notes: 

00:00 From Consultant to Entrepreneur in AI 

05:12 Streamlining Complex Insurance Tasks 

09:22 Expanding Insurance with AI-Powered Models 

12:21 Startup Formation and Partnership Milestones 

14:54 Small, Strategic Startup Team 

17:49 "Insurance Industry Adoption Challenges" 

22:46 Amsterdam Insurance Forum 2024 

23:59 Targeted VC Strategy Yields Success 

27:13 Explore KLAIMY.com Today 

Links: 

SaaS Fundraising Stories: https://www.thesaasnews.com/news/klaimy-raises-1-2m-in-pre-seed-round 

Amira Nakouri’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amira-nakouri-1b729248/ 

Klaimy’s Website: https://www.getklaimy.com/ 

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