Sharan Kaur

Co-Founder & Vice President / Head of Data-AI & Cyber Chapter @ Swiss InsurTech Hub

About

Transformation leader with over 20 years of experience delivering technology-driven impact in Financial Services and Insurance industry. Proven track record of developing and executing comprehensive digital strategies that enhance customer experience, optimize operations, and drive business growth. Skilled in leveraging advanced technologies like AI, big data, and cloud computing to deliver innovative products and services. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, managing global programs, and navigating complex change management and regulatory processes. Passionate about bridging the gap between technology and business to drive growth, create value, and foster continuous innovation. Strong business acumen in investment management (Equities), asset management, sustainable finance & ESG, and insurance.

Country

Switzerland

City

Zurich

Industry

Insurance

Skill

Data Architecture, IT Transformation, IT Infrastructure Management, Business Analytics, Data Governance, Program Delivery Management, Marketing Strategy, Digital Innovation, Software Project Management, Organizational Leadership, Executive Management, Data Management, Innovation Development, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Resource Management, Operations Processes, Communication, Business Process Improvement, ITIL Service Strategy, Digital Transformation

Experience

Co-Founder & Vice President / Head of Data-AI & Cyber

Swiss InsurTech Hub

2022-11 - Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Zurich, Switzerland

As an executive member, I drive the strategic direction and execution of the hub's mission, fostering innovation and collaboration within the insurance ecosystem. I head the AI and data chapters, guiding InsurTech portfolios and advising executives on leveraging AI and analytics across the insurance value chain. I also secure corporate sponsorships, onboard startups, build strategic partnerships, and organize industry events to promote Innovation and Transformation

Senior Manager

Zurich Insurance

2021-5 - 2022-12 · 1 yr 8 mos

Zürich Area, Switzerland

- Led a global program to drive productization strategy, scaling innovative tech products for efficiency and reusability. - Coached teams to ensure commercial viability of solutions. - Designed a multi-sided platform with a robust business model and customer experience framework.

Senior Proposition & Product Manager

Zurich Insurance

2020-1 - 2021-4 · 1 yr 4 mos

Zurich, Switzerland

- Led the end-to-end delivery of a new insurance proposition, from strategy to product launch of cyber insurance products, collaborating with business leaders to generate new revenue streams. - Managed cross-functional teams, including customer experience, marketing, legal, and risk, ensuring alignment and successful execution. - Designed the business cases, go-to-market strategies, and product validation across build, partner, and buy (M&A) approaches, managing internal and external stakeholders at all levels

Digital Transformation Program Manager

Zurich Insurance

2018-8 - 2020-12 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Zurich, Switzerland

- Designed and delivered multiple B2B projects, enhancing the digital experience for corporate clients as part of a digital transformation program - Managed customers, external suppliers and oversaw the entire project lifecycle from requirements analysis to deployment - Led the delivery of the intelligent automation program for underwriting services processes, utilizing AI, machine learning (NLP), Google AI, and RPA (BluePrism), resulting in significant operational efficiencies.

Homemaker

Career Break

2016-10 - 2018-7 · 1 yr 10 mos

Zurich, Switzerland

Took a sabbatical to focus on family commitments. As a strong advocate for continuous learning, I used this time to enhance my expertise in emerging technologies. 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬, 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: Big Data Specialization (Coursera) Machine Learning Specialization by Andrew Ng (Coursera)

Director - Head of IT

Robeco

2011-6 - 2016-10 · 5 yrs 5 mos

Zürich Area, Switzerland

Led IT organization, strategy and transformation at RobecoSAM, a leading sustainability asset manager and creator of “Dow jones sustainability index”. Drove digital innovation and optimized operations. Successfully migrated the organization to a cloud-first environment, implemented comprehensive data strategies for business transformation, and established robust governance frameworks for data compliance and privacy. Reduced IT costs while enhancing stability, efficiency and scalability.