Samuel is CEO of Akur8. He spent 15 years at IBM in various international sales and sales management positions before joining Insurtech Shift Technology as Head of Sales. At Shift, Samuel was instrumental in the successful internationalization of the company, including in the US. After 2 years at Shift, Samuel co-founded Akur8.

José María Castelo Marín is a experienced insurance executive and digital transformation expert with over 15 years of experience in technical leadership roles across the insurance industry. Currently serving as an Advisor to Akur8, he brings deep actuarial roots, having started his career in pricing, underwriting, and product design. Known for his strategic mindset and hands-on leadership, José María has helped scale international teams and drive innovation across Insurance, Leasing, and Automotive sectors throughout Europe and the USA.

Pedro is a Regional Sales Director at Akur8, having previously worked as a management consultant at Bain & Company and done his MBA studies at INSEAD. He has been supporting Akur8 customers across the globe in their journey towards higher pricing sophistication since 2020.

Christopher Rivas is a Sales Director at Akur8, focused on supporting growth and strengthening client relationships across Spain and LATAM. With a background in Chemistry and an MBA, he combines analytical insight with strategic expertise to align Akur8’s AI-driven solutions to client needs, fostering steady revenue growth and expansion. Christopher’s collaborative approach and commitment to impactful solutions make him a valuable partner for insurers exploring innovative pricing strategies.