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We’re looking for a Founder/CEO to build a data observability platform designed specifically for catastrophe (CAT) models powering Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS).
What are we exploring?
CAT models are foundational to underwriting and pricing risk in a $100B+ ILS market. But as climate volatility increases, the data powering these models is often incomplete or outdated, creating reliability and compliance challenges.
We believe there’s an opportunity to create a “check engine light” for model inputs—providing real-time anomaly detection, audit trails, and regulatory compliance for insurers, reinsurers, and ILS fund managers.
With rising demands for transparency from regulators and investors, and no specialized solution today, this is a mission-critical opportunity to improve model integrity and preserve market trust.
Forum derisks and accelerates the Founder path by:
A $250K USD investment, and an end-to-end fundraising playbook and network to raise your seed and Series A
A validation partner with proven playbooks, networks, and the systems to validate, unlock your ICP, ignite your sales pipeline, and beyond
The support of our experienced operating team – from business design, product development, growth, recruitment, legal, and more
Executing a winning GTM strategy to get to $50–100K ARR, and building the right MVP to ensure early traction
A community full of mentors, peers, and leaders
$100K worth of business perks
About you
Domain expertise in insurance, reinsurance, or catastrophe risk modeling
Proven track record of building products in regulated or capital markets
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex technical and operational challenges
A collaborative approach, with the capability to build partnerships across technical and non-technical teams
A demonstrated passion for technology’s ability to change the world
A desire to be a venture-backed founder
Ability to collaborate in North American time zones
Please note, this is not an employment opportunity with Forum Ventures. If you are currently fundraising your pre-seed or Seed round, please pitch our investment team insteadhere.
