Ki, the fully digital and algorithmically-driven Lloyd’s syndicate launched by Brit and Google Cloud, has hired Richard Hodgson as its first Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective August 23rd, 2021.
The appointment sees Hodgson sit on the Ki Executive Committee, reporting to James Birch, Development Director.
In the newly created role of CTO, Hodgson takes on responsibility for leading Ki’s technology strategy and execution, including its engineering function, helping the company as it looks to define the future of digital trading in the market.
He brings 18 years of technology experience to Ki, with strong expertise in building user experience, working with complex data and developing algorithmic business models. Hodgson previously served as CTO of Bricklane, an online residential property investment platform where he was a founding member.
Prior to this, Hodgson held technical architect and senior engineering roles at Conde Nast and the BBC.
Mark Allan, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ki, commented: “At Ki, we are taking a technology first approach to underwriting. We are therefore delighted that Richard joins Ki in the newly created role of CTO. Richard will bring an entrepreneurial approach and proven experience in scaling technology in a high-growth business as we look to continually explore new opportunities to provide a best-in-class and differentiated digital service to the market.”
Birch said: “Bringing in a highly regarded CTO in Richard exemplifies our technology-enabled approach to underwriting. I look forward to working with Richard, who has the relevant experience to provide vision and leadership in implementing the technological development needed to support of Ki’s strategic vision.”
On his new role, Hodgson said: “Ki represents a unique opportunity to apply a technology driven mindset to a well-established market. What the Ki team have achieved to date is unique for the market and illustrates a case study for success in the UK start-up ecosystem. I’m excited to join Ki’s talented team in further developing the platform and helping to grow the business.”
