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Hippo CEO Rick McCathron to Speak at KBW Insurance Conference 2023
Hippo (NYSE:HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced that it will be featured at the KBW Insurance Conference 2023. Hippo’s CEO and President, Rick McCathron, will be speaking. Full details are listed below:
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · August 31, 2023
Hippo Names Peter Piotrowski Chief Claims Officer
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today named Peter Piotrowski, Chief Claims Officer. Piotrowski will lead claims for Hippo Insurance Services after serving as Chief Claims Officer at Vault for the last six years, and in executive roles at The Hanover Insurance Group, AIG and Chubb.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · August 10, 2023
Hippo Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced its consolidated financial results for the three months that ended June 30, 2023.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · August 8, 2023
Hippo to Report Second Quarter Financial Results on August 8, 2023
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced the company’s second quarter financial results will be released before market open on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 8am ET/5am PT on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the investor relations section of the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · July 10, 2023
Hippo Announces Completion of $110M Debut Catastrophe Bond
Spinnaker Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), today announced the successful sponsorship of Mountain Re Ltd. Series 2023-1 catastrophe bond. The $110 million cat bond is a 10% upsize from the initial $100 million transaction target.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · June 1, 2023
Hippo Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced its consolidated financial results for the three months that ended March 31, 2023.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · May 9, 2023
Hippo's First Connect Hits 70 Carrier and MGA Milestone with Addition of Delos, Jewelers Mutual Group and Homeowners of America
First Connect Insurance Services, a digital platform designed to provide independent agents with access to the nation's top carriers, announced today the addition of specialized insurance products from Delos, Jewelers Mutual Group and Homeowners of America. With these additional carriers, the platform now connects independent agents to 70 leading insurance carriers and MGAs across various categories, including personal lines, commercial lines, and life insurance.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · May 2, 2023
Spinnaker Names Charles Valinotti Chief Program and Underwriting Officer
Spinnaker Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), today named Charles Valinotti as Spinnaker’s Chief Program and Underwriting Officer. Valinotti joins Spinnaker to lead the company’s team of program underwriters, who are responsible for managing the carrier’s diverse portfolio of third-party programs.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · April 4, 2023
Hippo to Report First Quarter Financial Results on May 9, 2023
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced the company’s first quarter financial results will be released before market open on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 8am ET/5am PT on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the investor relations section of the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · April 4, 2023
Top Spring Cleaning Mistake Homeowners Will Make This Year – Skipping Critical Home Maintenance
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive protection, today released findings from a national survey revealing that most U.S. homeowners are not completing home maintenance during spring cleaning, including the tasks most commonly known to cause problems this season.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · March 23, 2023
Hippo Announces $50 Million Stock Repurchase Program
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO) (“Hippo”), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced that its board of directors has authorized a stock repurchase program for up to $50 million of its common stock, effective immediately.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · March 13, 2023
Hippo Reports Fourth Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced its consolidated financial results for the three months that ended December 31, 2022.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · March 2, 2023
Hippo Expands its Fastest-Growing Channel with Launch of Hippo Builder Insurance Agency
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced the expansion of its fastest-growing channel with the launch of the Hippo Builder Insurance Agency (HBIA). The new agency leverages Hippo's proprietary technology to allow builders of any size to partner with HBIA and generate a predictable revenue stream.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · January 31, 2023
Hippo Announces Successful Reinsurance Renewals
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, announced the successful placement of its 2023 reinsurance program.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · January 18, 2023
Hippo to Report Fourth Quarter Financial Results on March 2, 2023
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced the company’s fourth quarter financial results will be released after market close on Thursday, March 2, 2023. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 5pm ET/2pm PT on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the investor relations section of the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · December 27, 2022
New Hippo Report Reveals Homeownership Challenges in 2022
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive protection, today announced findings from its 2022 Hippo Housepower Report, a national survey of over 1,000 U.S. homeowners revealing that a year of growing economic and financial instability took a toll on homeowners and their well-being.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · December 13, 2022
Hippo’s First Connect Simplifies Agent Onboarding with New Carrier Store and Adds Pacific Specialty Insurance
First Connect Insurance Services, a digital platform designed to support independent agents by providing access to the nation's top carriers, today announced the launch of its new Carrier Store and the addition of Pacific Specialty Insurance property, powersports and liability products.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · November 17, 2022
Hippo Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced its consolidated financial results for the three months that ended September 30, 2022.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · November 10, 2022
Hippo’s First Connect Adds Berkshire Hathaway’s biBERK Small Business Insurance Products
First Connect Insurance Services, a digital platform designed to provide independent agents with access to the nation's top carriers, announced today the addition of biBERK, a leading insurance company for small business that’s part of the Berkshire Hathaway Insurance Group. The new product offering includes worker’s compensation, professional liability and business owner’s policies (BOP).
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · October 18, 2022
Hippo to Report Third Quarter Financial Results on November 10, 2022
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced the company’s third quarter financial results will be released after market close on Thursday, November 10, 2022. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 5pm ET/2pm PT on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the investor relations section of the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · October 11, 2022
Hippo Welcomes Kelly Wolf as Chief Human Resources Officer
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced that Kelly Wolf has joined the company as Chief Human Resources Officer. Wolf will lead Hippo’s human resources team and is responsible for critical people-centered functions including employee relations, talent acquisition and management, and leadership development.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · October 6, 2022
Hippo 1-for-25 Reverse Stock Split to Become Effective at 11:59 p.m. EDT September 29, 2022
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced that it has filed a Certificate of Amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware to effect the previously announced 1-for-25 reverse stock split of the company’s common stock and a corresponding adjustment to its authorized capital stock. The reverse stock split and corresponding capital stock adjustment will become effective at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on September 29, 2022. The company’s common stock will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis when the markets open on Friday, September 30, 2022, under the existing trading symbol “HIPO” and new CUSIP number: 433539 202.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · September 29, 2022
Hippo to Complete 1 for 25 Reverse Stock Split
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously approved a 1-for-25 reverse stock split of the company’s common stock. The company’s common stock is expected to begin trading on a split-adjusted basis when the markets open on Friday, September 30, 2022, under the existing trading symbol “HIPO” and new CUSIP number: 433539 202.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · September 19, 2022
Hippo To Hold Investor Day Next Tuesday, September 6th
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, will hold an in-person Investor Day at the New York Stock Exchange next Tuesday September 6, 2022, at 9am EST. President and CEO Rick McCathron, CFO Stewart Ellis, and company leaders will demonstrate how Hippo’s technological platform delivers a better customer experience, clear competitive advantages and a superior business model.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · September 1, 2022
Hippo Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Hippo, (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced its consolidated financial results for the three months that ended June 30, 2022.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · August 11, 2022
Hippo Welcomes Insurance Industry Leader John ‘Jay’ Nichols Jr. to Board of Directors
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced an addition to its Board of Directors: John “Jay” Nichols Jr. will join to support the company’s vision of protecting the joy of homeownership. Nichols will serve on Hippo’s Compensation Committee as well as the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · August 9, 2022
Hippo Announces Intention to Complete a Reverse Stock Split
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO) intends to file a proxy statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with a special meeting of stockholders to be held on August 31, 2022. The proxy statement will include a proposal for a reverse stock split at a ratio in the range of 1-for-20 to 1-for-30 and the reduction of the number of authorized shares of capital stock of the company by a corresponding proportion.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · July 19, 2022
First Connect Adds Cowbell Cyber Prime 100 to Insurtech Marketplace
First Connect Insurance Services, a digital platform designed to provide independent agents with access to the nation's top carriers, announced today the addition of Cowbell Cyber, the leading provider of cyber insurance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Cowbell Cyber offers stand-alone coverage to enterprise customers for security breach expenses, extortion threats, the replacement or restoration of data, loss of business income, security breach liability, computer fraud, ransom payments and more.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · July 12, 2022
Hippo Announces Investor Day
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, will hold an Investor Day on September 6, 2022, beginning at 9am EDT, in New York City as an in-person event. CEO and President Rick McCathron, along with CFO Stewart Ellis, will host a series of presentations, along with Q&A, highlighting Hippo’s financial outlook, operating strategy and plans for delivering upon the company’s mission of protecting the joy of home ownership. Program highlights include sessions with key Hippo executives including:
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · July 11, 2022
Hippo to Report Second Quarter Financial Results on August 11, 2022
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced the company’s second quarter financial results will be released after market close on Thursday, August 11, 2022. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 5pm ET/2pm PT on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the investor relations section of the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · July 6, 2022
Hippo Unveils New Home Care Experience and Ad Campaign to Help Homeowners ‘Feel the Housepower’
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today unveiled the new Hippo Home Care mobile experience for Hippo customers, and a new ad campaign to help homeowners ‘Feel the Housepower.’ A recent Hippo survey found 87% of homeowners experience anxiety and dread about home maintenance and worry about what could go wrong next. These same homeowners are looking for an offering that instills confidence and helps them proactively protect their homes.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · June 27, 2022
Hippo Set to Join Russell 2000® and Russell 3000® Indexes
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced that it is set to join the broad-market Russell 3000® Index at the conclusion of the 2022 Russell indexes annual reconstitution, effective after the U.S. market opens on June 27, 2022, according to a preliminary list of additions posted by FTSE Russell.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · June 23, 2022
Hippo Announces Mortgage Partner Channel and Launches Proactive Home Protection in Massachusetts
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO): Hippo Insurance Services today announced the expansion of its mortgage partner channel, as well as availability of its home insurance products in Massachusetts. Hippo provides loan originator and servicer partner’s customers with a seamless home insurance purchasing experience. More than a dozen mortgage lenders and servicers now combine to help over 7 million customers nationwide that finance their homes each year.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · June 22, 2022
Hippo 2022 Homeowner Preparedness Report: Inflation and Supply Chain Shortages May Be Holding Homeowners Back From Critical Home Maintenance
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive protection, today announced findings from its 2022 Homeowner Preparedness Report, revealing the effect of today’s economic climate on homeowners as they deal with the responsibilities that come with owning a home.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · June 13, 2022
Hippo teams up with Ring to Help Protect Homes from Water Damage, Fire, and Break-ins
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO): Hippo Insurance Services announced today it will offer home insurance products in North Carolina and is teaming up with Ring to proactively help protect homes against water damage, fire and break-ins. New customers who opt-in to receive the complimentary Alarm Security Kit from Ring receive a smart home discount on their insurance premium with Hippo.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · June 13, 2022
Hippo Appoints Richard McCathron as Chief Executive Officer
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today appointed Richard McCathron as Chief Executive Officer. McCathron has served on Hippo’s board of directors and as the company’s President since February 2017. Assaf Wand, Founder and prior CEO, has become Executive Chairman of the Board to focus on long-term strategic initiatives.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · June 6, 2022
Hippo to Participate in Goldman Sachs Virtual Insurtech Conference
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced that senior management will participate in a moderated fireside chat discussion at the 2022 Goldman Sachs Virtual Insurtech Conference. The goal of this conference is to provide color on the role of technology start-ups as enablers and disruptors in the insurance space.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · May 31, 2022
Hippo Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced its consolidated financial results for the three months that ended March 31, 2022.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · May 13, 2022
Hippo Launches Proactive Home Protection in New York State
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO): Hippo Insurance Services announced today it will offer home insurance products in New York State, providing a smarter coverage option to the Empire state's 4.5 million homeowners1, and marking an important step in Hippo’s geographic expansion. With New York, Hippo products now reach 88.9% of the U.S. population in 38 states.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · April 28, 2022
Hippo to Report First Quarter Financial Results on May 13, 2022
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection, today announced the company’s first quarter financial results will be released prior to the market open on Friday, May 13, 2022. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 8:30 a.m. ET on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the investor relations section of the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · April 14, 2022
Hippo to Report Fourth Quarter Financial Results on March 10, 2022
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced the company’s fourth quarter financial results will be released after market close on Thursday, March 10, 2022. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 5:00 p.m. ET on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the investor relations section of the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · February 10, 2022
Hippo Partners With Socotra to Support Hippo’s Homeowners Association (HOA) Insurance Product
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced an expansion of the company's Commercial Lines homeowners association (HOA) insurance into new markets following initial positive traction and engagement since its launch in August 2021. Bringing this growth to fruition, Socotra’s platform and open APIs enable Hippo's Commercial Lines product to offer customers accurate insurance quotes and tailored policy coverage.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · January 11, 2022
Homebuying Boom Sparks Insecurities in New Homeowners, Revealing Limited Confidence in Household Maintenance and Financial Responsibilities
Hippo, the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced findings from its 2021 Homeownership Report, a survey of U.S. homeowners that explored how confident homeowners are, and feel, about managing their homes.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · December 8, 2021
Hippo CEO Assaf Wand to Speak on Transforming the Home Buying/Ownership Experience at JMP Securities Financial Services & Real Estate Conference
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced that it will be featured at the JMP Securities Financial Services & Real Estate Conference. Hippo’s Chief Executive Officer Assaf Wand will lead a panel discussion entitled, InsurTech: Transforming the Home Buying/Ownership Experience. Full details on the panel are listed below:
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · November 17, 2021
Hippo Raises Full Year Growth Outlook for Total Generated Premium Reflecting Strong Performance in the Third Quarter 2021 and Ongoing Business Momentum
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2021. Hippo’s third quarter financial results and management commentary can be found by accessing the shareholder letter posted on the Company’s investor relations website at https://investors.hippo.com/.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · November 10, 2021
Hippo Appoints Chief Claims Officer to Bolster Claims Innovation
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced that Grace Hanson will join the company as Hippo’s first Chief Claims Officer, effective January 2022. Hanson will oversee the growth and sophistication of Hippo’s claims organization as the company expands to reach more than 90 percent of U.S. homeowners this year.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · October 26, 2021
Hippo to Report Third Quarter Financial Results on November 10, 2021
Hippo (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced the company’s third quarter financial results will be released after market close on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 5:00 p.m. ET on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the investor relations section of the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · October 20, 2021
Hippo Partners with Leading U.S. Home Builders to Introduce First-of-its-Kind Program, Making Home Insurance Purchases Simpler and Faster
Hippo, the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced the launch of its Builders Program to further simplify the home purchase process and deliver home insurance directly to buyers of newly built homes.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · September 15, 2021
Hippo to Meet with Investors at the Goldman Sachs 11th Annual Financial Technology Conference and the KBW Virtual Insurance Conference
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced that Assaf Wand, CEO and Co-Founder, and Stewart Ellis, CFO, will meet with institutional investors this week at the Goldman Sachs 11th Annual Financial Technology Conference and the KBW Virtual Insurance Conference. At both events, management will participate in a moderated fireside chat discussion.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · September 8, 2021
Hippo Opens Innovation & Growth Center in Israel
Hippo, the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced the expansion of its technology, product and marketing operations by opening its first international office in Tel Aviv, Israel, a global technology hub. The new office will be a center for innovation for the company, focused on the development of talent and technologies to fuel the products and services across Hippo’s business, delivering a transformative home insurance experience to its customers.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · August 26, 2021
Hippo Establishes Relationship With Ally Financial Subsidiary, Doubles Underwriting Capacity
Hippo, the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced a new issuing carrier relationship with Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) subsidiary, Motors Insurance Corp., which is a 50 state carrier. The deal will strengthen and double Hippo Insurance Services’ insurance underwriting capacity, becoming Hippo’s largest managing general agent (MGA) unaffiliated program to date.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · August 11, 2021
Hippo to Report Second Quarter Financial Results on August 16, 2021
Hippo Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HIPO), the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced it will release its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021, after market close on Monday, August 16, 2021. The company will host a conference call and live webcast for analysts and investors at 5:00 p.m. ET on that day. A shareholder letter with the financial results will be accessible from the company's website prior to the conference call.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · August 11, 2021
Hippo Gives Homebuyers Peace of Mind With Inspection Protection, a First-of-its-kind Protection Plan for New Homeowners
Hippo, the home insurance group that created a new standard of care and protection for homeowners, today announced the launch of Inspection Protection. The product offers a first-of-its-kind protection plan for homebuyers, providing coverage for repairs to qualifying structural systems for issues missed by an inspector during a home inspection. Inspection Protection saves home buyers and sellers time, stress and potentially major financial burdens during a new owner’s first year in the property.
By Hippo · Via Business Wire · July 29, 2021