Mylo News Room | ChooseMylo.com

News About Mylo

The Mylo story continues to grow. Keep up to date on Mylo’s leaders, partners and investors … industry awards and recognition … and new products and initiatives that are helping us amplify insurance solutions for partners and customers.

Belen Tokarski Perspective: How Insurtech Keeps Restaurants Covered

Restaurant owners should devote their time, energy and passion to running their businesses. Mylo President Belen Tokarski explains why the insurance part should be easy because of trusted agents equipped with insurtech.

PremiumBytes Podcast: David Embry interview

Premium Bytes host Samir Ahmed sat down with Mylo CEO David Embry at ITCVegas2025 to talk about how the company is transforming insurance distribution with data, AI, and digital integration.

Mylo named to InsurTech100

Mylo was named to the 2025 InsurTech100 by FinTech Global for our trailblazing Mind of Mylo™ technology platform that delivers personalized solutions to underserved customers at scale.

Insurance NewsNet: Mylo on Agents vs. Algorithms

Mylo makes AI decisions not from industry pressure but from figuring out the most effective ways to meet customer needs.

Mylo Named 2025 Insurance Luminary for Workplace Innovation

Insurtech innovator Mylo has been named to PropertyCasualty360’s Insurance Luminaries Class of 2025 within the Innovation in Workplace Culture category.

Mylo Named to CNBC World's Top Insurtech Companies 2025

Mylo has been recognized by CNBC as one of the World’s Top Fintech Companies 2025 in the Insurtech category.

Mylo celebrates 10 years as innovative insurtech leader

Mylo is celebrating 10 years of transforming the insurance industry through insurance intelligence technology that quickly connects small business owners and individuals with highly personalized coverage solutions.

David Embry & Belen Tokarski on Efficient Insurance Experiences

David Embry and Belen Tokarski share their perspective on how agencies can recruit the best talent, offer the best products at value and use AI to optimize workflow and find long term cost savings.

Belen Tokarski: How Agents Can Embrace AI and Stay Competitive

"Insurance agents have an opportunity to serve as catalysts for change. They’re in a great position to recommend ways AI could streamline their work to deliver better experiences."

David Embry: How Carriers and Agencies Can Win Together

"To cut costs, some carriers are considering bypassing brokers and agencies and selling directly to customers. Based on my experience, they may miss significant opportunities."

Mylo Partners with Small Business Website Builder UENI

Mylo and UENI will empower small business owners to protect their companies with trusted insurance while boosting their brands online.

Mylo selected as digital insurance partner by 1-800Accountant

America’s leading virtual accounting firm for small businesses will provide Mylo's guided digital business insurance shopping experience to its network of 200,000+ businesses.

Podcast: David Embry on Small Business Insurance and AI

"From his early days in finance to leading an Insurtech company, David shares the challenges and opportunities of bringing scalable, tech-driven insurance solutions to underserved markets."

Belen Tokarski: Five Insurance Industry Trends

"The rapid adoption of AI presents exciting opportunities for innovation and growth, even as our industry continues to navigate the challenges of inflation and difficult markets."

Mylo Partners with the International Franchise Association (IFA)

Mylo is now a member of the International Franchise Association (IFA) and will offer insurance solutions to 1,000 emerging franchises in early-state growth.

David Embry on the New Insurance Frontier

"Generating 10,000 leads a month is no small feat and Mylo CEO David Embry shares his story, the importance of embedded insurance, joys of parenting, and why skydiving helped him with risk."

Insurtech Mylo Named to PropertyCasualty360’s 2024 Insurance Luminaries

Insurtech innovator Mylo has been named to PropertyCasualty360’s 2024 Insurance Luminaries in the Technology Innovation category.

Fayr selects Mylo as exclusive auto, home and renters partner

Fayr, the groundbreaking mobile app that helps divorced partners manage a range of co-parenting needs, has selected Mylo as exclusive auto, home and renters insurance partner.

Belen Tokarski: Customer Experience Key to Managing Costs

An underinformed customer may choose the cheapest available package, which may not cover them if a tragedy happens. Belen explains that independent agents can be invaluable.

David Embry: Combining Tech and Agent Expertise

Mylo CEO and Founder David Embry discusses the opportunities AI technology will open up for agents and the benefits it will provide for customers across the entire value chain.

Insurtech Mylo adds pet insurance to their wide product suite

Mylo will now offer pet insurance as a natural extension of its mission to provide the right coverage at the best value for every stage of business and life.

Belen Tokarski on Empowering Insurance

Mylo President and COO Belen Tokarski sits down with Joanna England to discuss a career focused on addressing the complexities of insurance through technology innovation.

Portrait of a Founder: David Embry

Mylo Founder David Embry shares Mylo's origin story, hurdles the company has overcome and plans for the future in a Q&A with Tech Tribune, which spotlights the hottest tech startups worldwide.

David Embry: Tech Helps Small Firms Make Insurance Decisions

"Leaders of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) often find themselves without the resources they need to make smart insurance decisions. Thankfully, technology can help."

Leadership profile: Belen Tokarski

In a wide-ranging Q&A, Belen Tokarski discusses her personal history, key mentors and influences, "break things" philosophy, leadership style and even perfect weekend.

Belen Tokarski Perspective: Balancing Tech and Human Insights

"Insurance players who think they can replace independent agents with AI are likely getting in the way of greater growth. Instead, they should view AI as a tool to augment human knowledge."

Mylo named 2023 Best Insurtech Company in Benzinga Global Fintech Awards

Mylo has been honored as 2023 Best Insurtech Company in the Global Fintech Awards by investor financial media platform Benzinga.

Mylo named 2023 Best InsurTech Company by FinTech Breakthrough

Mylo has been named 2023 “Best InsurTech Company” in their third consecutive FinTech Breakthrough Award.

Mylo President Belen Tokarski Named to Business Insurance Women to Watch Awards

Mylo President and Chief Operating Officer Belen Tokarski has been named a Women to Watch Awards honoree by Business Insurance.

Mylo and Gainbridge® launch Gainbridge® Protect

Mylo and Gainbridge® are launching Gainbridge® Protect, embedding Mylo's guided auto and home insurance shopping experience in the Gainbridge® platform.

Mployer Advisor selects benefits leader Mylo as top-rated solution for employers

Group benefits expert Mylo will now be searchable by the 15,000+ employers who use Mployer Advisor's innovative platform to make informed benefits decisions.

David Embry: Common Misperceptions on Embedded Insurance

Because of all the noise and hype around embedded insurance, this capability is poorly understood. A better understanding can lead to smart solutions for agencies, carriers and companies.

Mylo named 2023 Most Innovative InsurTech Company in third FinTech Award

Wealth & Finance International honored the digital agency with the title 2023 Most Innovative InsurTech Company.

Planet Home Lending selects Mylo as exclusive home insurance solution

National mortgage lender and servicer Planet Home Lending has selected Mylo to provide home insurance to its borrowers.

Mylo introduces 401(k) solutions through Ubiquity Retirement + Savings

Mylo will enhance its wide offering of small business insurance and benefits with an innovative suite of group and individual 401(k) solutions from retirement plan pioneer Ubiquity Retirement + Savings.

Digital agency Mylo wins "People's Choice" Global Fintech Award

Insurtech leader Mylo won the 2022 "People's Choice" award in the Benzinga Global Fintech Awards across all innovation categories.

Digital agency Mylo named InsurTech Innovator of the Year for second year in a row

Digital insurance agency Mylo has been named 2022 InsurTech Innovator of the Year in the 5th annual FinTech Awards program hosted by the global publication Wealth & Finance International.

Fintech leader nbkc bank selects insurtech innovator Mylo as digital insurance partner

Award-winning online bank and mortgage lender nbkc bank has selected insurtech leader Mylo to transform insurance shopping for their clients.

Mylo Chief Operating Officer Belen Tokarski named Mylo President

Mylo, the digital agency revolutionizing insurance shopping for small business owners and individuals through an award-winning embedded insurance platform, has named Belen Tokarski President and Chief Operating Officer.

Digital agency Mylo named "Best InsurTech Company" in 2022 FinTech Breakthrough Awards

Insurtech leader Mylo has been named “Best InsurTech Company” in the sixth annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by FinTech Breakthrough.

Finance Monthly honors Mylo with Global and FinTech Awards as InsurTech Firm of the Year

Insurtech pioneer Mylo has been honored with two awards by Finance Monthly, the premier media brand offering financial news coverage and inspiration for the worldwide business community.

Mylo wins 2022 CX-cellence Award for "Pioneering a New Insurance Experience"

Mylo, the digital agency who transformed insurance shopping for small business owners and individuals through its embedded insurance platform, has been selected as a 2022 CX-cellence Award winner.

Mylo Chief Operating Officer Belen Tokarski named to 2022 IBA Hot 100

Belen Tokarski, Chief Operating Officer for insurtech leader Mylo, has been named to the Insurance Business America 2022 Hot 100 list.

Small business marketplace NEWITY selects insurtech leader Mylo as exclusive insurance partner

NEWITY, America’s Small Business Marketplace, has selected award-winning insurtech Mylo to provide its members with expert insurance coverage.

Mylo wins 2021 Insurance Innovator award from PropertyCasualty360

Insurtech leader Mylo was honored with a 2021 Insurance Innovator award for Technology Innovation in the Insurance Innovators award program hosted by PropertyCasualty360.

Mylo Wins 2021 Agent for the Future Award

Mylo has been honored with the 2021 Agent for the Future Award by global insurer Liberty Mutual Insurance and member Safeco Insurance.

Mylo named to InsurTech100

Mylo was named to the InsurTech100 in recognition of our embedded insurance platform that offers one-stop shopping, Mind of Mylo™ recommendation technology, top-rated carriers, expert agents and more.

PerkSpot Selects Mylo as Insurance Partner

PerkSpot, the national discounts program enjoyed by millions of U.S. employees, has selected insurtech leader Mylo as their partner to offer auto and home insurance at the best value.

The Texas Association of Builders Selects Mylo as Expert Insurance Advisor for Members

The Texas Association of Builders has selected Mylo to provide expert insurance advice and solutions to 10,000 members.

Digital Agency Mylo Named 2021 InsurTech Innovator of the Year by Wealth & Finance International

Mylo was named 2021 InsurTech Innovator of the Year in recognition of our innovative embedded insurance platform that connects customers with wealth-protecting coverage.

Insurtech Innovators Mylo And Bold Penguin Celebrate Anniversary And Record Numbers

Insurtech innovators Mylo and Bold Penguin are celebrating the third anniversary of a powerful partnership that has transformed insurance shopping for small business owners.

Forbes names Mylo to America’s Best Startup Employers 2021

Out of 500 innovative companies, Mylo placed #5 in the Finance category, #28 overall and #1 in Missouri. Forbes created this list to honor fast-growing U.S. companies who are exemplary employers.

Mylo Wins 2021 FinTech Breakthrough Award

Mylo won the 2021 InsurTech Innovation Award in the FinTech Breakthrough Awards program – honoring our digital platform that integrates into the experiences of leading companies to offer guided insurance shopping.

Mylo honored by 2020 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards

Mylo was named a Gold winner as Most Innovative Company of the Year and a Silver winner as Insurance Company of the Year in the 12th Annual 2020 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards.

KC Business Journal: Mylo sees opportunity in Lincoln Financial Group financial planning partnership

Kansas City-based Mylo formed a partnership to provide property and casualty insurance services to customers at Lincoln Financial Group, hoping it leads to similar agreements with other financial partners.

Charter Financial and Mylo Partner to Protect Financial Wellness

Industry-leading financial advisory firm Charter Financial Group has selected Mylo as their exclusive personal lines and commercial insurance partner to provide the critical insurance piece of a successful financial plan.

Mylo takes over book of business for Larson Financial Group

Mylo will provide expert advice and a wide range of coverage to Larson Financial Group's new and future client base of physicians and dentists.

Startup Hustle Podcast: Digital Insurance Startups with David Embry

"Technology was happening everywhere. It hadn’t happened in the insurance space because insurance is really hard.” - Mylo CEO David Embry

Mylo and Bold Penguin double down on digital solutions by expanding quoting capabilities

Leading Insuretech Companies Continue to Innovate by Giving Small Business Owners a Faster Way to Get Customized Quotes

Mylo Names Belen Tokarski to Chief Operating Officer

Insuretech leader Belen Tokarski has been named Chief Operating Officer of Mylo. Belen brings over 20 years of experience innovating in the insurance space.

KC Business Journal cover story: Lockton spinoff hopes to create 'Amazon' of insurance

In three years, Mylo has gone from a handful of employees sharing a corner of Lockton’s offices to a prodigy that’s gaining traction in the market and winning attention from investors.

Digital insurance broker Mylo announces $28M funding

Mylo and Lockton secure long-term funding for growth as an insurance innovator.

Mylo and Lockton announce partnership with “people and technology” innovator LegalZoom

Mylo, Lockton and LegalZoom are collaborating to create more innovative ways of empowering people –starting with LifePlan.

Want to get in touch with us?