Phoebe Hugh is the co-founder & CEO of Brolly, an insurance tech startup that uses artificial intelligence to advise insurance customers on a mobile app. Brolly is a game changer for the insurance sector, and is backed by Entrepreneur First and Project Innovate at the Financial Conduct Authority. Phoebe began her career at Aviva where she built up her insurance expertise and gained unique insight into the challenges faced by the sector. Prior to launching Brolly, Phoebe co-founded Ambition First, a diversity and inclusion initiative that supports emerging business talent from the grassroots up. In addition to being qualified with the Chartered Insurance Institute, Phoebe has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Manchester.
As a young girl, I was fortunate to spend much of my time in Egbelubi, Nigeria, where I first understood the stark differences in opportunities people have in life. The founder community is full of brilliant minds who can use their problem solving abilities and financial positions to level the playing field, and improve lives and societies around the world. The Founders Pledge is one of the most meaningful commitments I’ve ever made, and I am grateful that it’s encouraging so many entrepreneurs to engage in philanthropic activities.