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Founded Year

2017

Stage

Series C | Alive

Total Raised

$138.1M

Last Raised

$70M | 4 yrs ago

Mosaic Score
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-80 points in the past 30 days

About Bestow

Bestow operates as an insurance technology company and develops products and software for insurance companies. It provides an application programming interface (API) enabling partners to offer life insurance coverage to customers. The company was formerly known as Coverlife. It was founded in 2017 and is based in Dallas, Texas.

Headquarters Location

2700 Commerce Street Suite 1000

Dallas, Texas, 75226,

United States

800-835-8803

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ESPs containing Bestow

The ESP matrix leverages data and analyst insight to identify and rank leading companies in a given technology landscape.

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Insurance / P&C Insurance Tech

The embedded insurance infrastructure market consists of tech vendors that offer products to enable insurance sales on third-party platforms via APIs (application programming interfaces). These companies sell their products to insurance providers or third-party platforms. Some embedded insurance infrastructure providers may also provide insurance (as a licensed carrier, managing general agent, or …

Bestow named as Challenger among 15 other companies, including Igloo, Cover Genius, and Qover.

Bestow's Products & Differentiators

    Enrollment

    We deliver a clean, seamless, and fully integrated buying experience for agents and customers, allowing their brand to shine with a white-labeled look and feel. Includes rates and pricing, quoting, a branded website or embedded solution, a branded digital application, checkout, and e-delivery supporting multiple sales channels and multiple life insurance products.

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Research containing Bestow

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CB Insights Intelligence Analysts have mentioned Bestow in 3 CB Insights research briefs, most recently on Feb 23, 2024.

Expert Collections containing Bestow

Expert Collections are analyst-curated lists that highlight the companies you need to know in the most important technology spaces.

Bestow is included in 6 Expert Collections, including Insurtech.

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Insurtech

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Companies and startups that use technology to improve core and ancillary insurance operations. Companies in this collection are creating new product architectures, improving underwriting models, accelerating claims and creating a better customer experience

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Companies developing artificial intelligence solutions, including cross-industry applications, industry-specific products, and AI infrastructure solutions.

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Companies and startups in this collection provide technology to streamline, improve, and transform financial services, products, and operations for individuals and businesses.

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Fintech 100

500 items

250 of the most promising private companies applying a mix of software and technology to transform the financial services industry.

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Insurtech 50

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Bestow Patents

Bestow has filed 3 patents.

The 3 most popular patent topics include:

  • artificial intelligence
  • enterprise application integration
  • workflow technology
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Application Date

Grant Date

Title

Related Topics

Status

12/22/2022

Artificial intelligence, Enterprise application integration, Workflow technology, IPad, Multi-agent systems

Application

Application Date

12/22/2022

Grant Date

Title

Related Topics

Artificial intelligence, Enterprise application integration, Workflow technology, IPad, Multi-agent systems

Status

Application

Latest Bestow News

Transamerica Simplifies Final Expense Insurance for Consumers and Agents

Sep 18, 2024

News provided by Share this article Share toX The new Transamerica FE Express Solution provides a streamlined, fully integrated, digital experience for application and management of policies BALTIMORE, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Transamerica today announced the introduction of a new final expense insurance offering that provides applicants with an easy, digital experience — from quote to policy delivery — in as little as 10 minutes. The new  Transamerica FE Express Solution℠ (FE Express) provides guaranteed level premiums and permanent lifetime protection, up to $50,000 for qualified applicants. "Everyday Americans deserve protection that is designed to be quick and easy to apply for at affordable prices," said Andrew DeMarco, head of life solutions at Transamerica. "That's why Transamerica created FE Express to provide peace of mind at a budget-friendly price point. The intuitively designed digital platform gives agents and customers access to manage their policy when it works for them." FE Express comes with with an optional Funeral Concierge Rider provided by Everest Funeral Concierge , at no additional premium cost. Staffed round-the-clock, families have access to trained professionals* who specialize in funeral planning, offering support to clients before, during, and after the loss of a loved one. The service also provides legacy planning tools to create a will, healthcare directive and other customized legal documents, and then stores them for convenient access. The FE Express integrated, online platform streamlines the application process to identify options and premiums to fit the consumer. Text and email signatures and electronic policy delivery make the buying process simple, while online policy management lets the consumer stay on top of their policy 24/7. Powered by Bestow**, a leading life insurance technology company, consumers and agents benefit from the specialized technology platform and self-service options offered by FE Express. The interactive dashboard gives a snapshot of application status and current policies, helping agents understand and manage their business. "Through their dedication to our customers, agents see first-hand how Transamerica products and services help clients, often when they need it most," said DeMarco. "FE Express, with the ease-of-application and unique benefits, will assist our agents build even stronger relationships and connect with new customers in underserved markets." FE Express is the latest addition to Transamerica's final expense suite of products, which include Immediate Solution, 10-Pay Solution and Easy Solution . To learn more about the products and services Transamerica provides to help individuals live their best life, visit www.transamerica.com . * All services are offered by Everest Funeral Package, LLC, which is not an affiliate of Transamerica. ** Bestow, Inc. is not an affiliate of Transamerica. Transamerica FE Express Solution, policy form number ICC23 TPWL14IC-0123, and Transamerica Graded FE Express Solution, policy form number ICC23 TPWL15IC-0123, are whole life insurance policies issued by Transamerica Life Insurance Company, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Concierge Planning Rider Policy Form PRGU1000-0320; Accelerated Death Benefit Rider with Nursing Home Benefits Policy Form ICC18 TRAC10IC-0818; and Accelerated Death Benefit Rider Policy Form ICC18 TRAC11IC-0818. Policy form and number may vary, and this product and riders may not be available in all jurisdictions. Insurance eligibility and premiums are subject to underwriting. It is not guaranteed issue and the underwriter reserves the right to request additional medical exams and data. Not available in New York. About Transamerica With a history that dates back more than 100 years, Transamerica is a leading provider of life insurance, retirement, and investment solutions, serving millions of customers throughout the United States. Transamerica's dedicated professionals focus on helping people live their best lives through saving, investing, and protecting their loved ones. Transamerica is dedicated to building America's leading middle market life insurance and retirement company, with unique access to the large and growing middle market consumer via World Financial Group and US retirement recordkeeping. Transamerica provides a broad range of quality individual life insurance policies, workplace supplemental insurance benefits, workplace retirement plans, individual retirement accounts, and investment products including mutual funds, annuities, stable value solutions, as well as investment management services. In 2023, Transamerica fulfilled its promises to customers, paying more than $47 billion in insurance, retirement, and annuity claims and benefits, including return of annuity premiums paid by the customer. Transamerica's head office is in Baltimore, Maryland, with other major operations in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Denver, Colorado. Transamerica is part of the Aegon group of companies. Each Aegon company is solely responsible for its own financial conditions and contractual obligations. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Aegon is an international financial services holding company. For more information, visit www.transamerica.com . About Everest Funeral Concierge Everest is a funeral planning and concierge service rolled into a life insurance plan. When help is needed, our 24/7 Advisors are one phone call away, ready to personalize the funeral plan, compare and negotiate best prices, and work with our life insurance company partners, to get monies to the beneficiary in as little as 48 hours after death. Serving as an impartial advocate for families, Everest is not a funeral home, nor does it sell funeral goods or services and does not receive commissions from funeral homes or other providers in the funeral industry. Millions of people across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. are covered by Everest. Visit  www.EverestFuneral.com  for more information. About Bestow Bestow is on a mission to increase financial stability for everyone. We partner with top life insurance carriers to deploy cutting-edge technology and data solutions that reduce costs, maximize efficiency, and drive growth by streamlining processes from origination and underwriting through administration. To learn more, visit  Bestow's website . Media inquiries:

Bestow Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • When was Bestow founded?

    Bestow was founded in 2017.

  • Where is Bestow's headquarters?

    Bestow's headquarters is located at 2700 Commerce Street, Dallas.

  • What is Bestow's latest funding round?

    Bestow's latest funding round is Series C.

  • How much did Bestow raise?

    Bestow raised a total of $138.1M.

  • Who are the investors of Bestow?

    Investors of Bestow include Core Innovation Capital, Morpheus Ventures, New Enterprise Associates, 8VC, Valar Ventures and 5 more.

  • Who are Bestow's competitors?

    Competitors of Bestow include Plum Life, Amplify, Pendella, PolicyGenius, Everyday Life Insurance and 7 more.

  • What products does Bestow offer?

    Bestow's products include Enrollment and 3 more.

  • Who are Bestow's customers?

    Customers of Bestow include Equitable, https://www.nationwide.com/ and https://www.sammonsfinancialgroup.com/.

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