Alex Thomso, Founder of Naked Insurance

About Alex Thomso

Alex Thomson is the Co-Founder and CEO of Naked Insurance, a South African digital insurtech startup he co-founded in 2016. He led the company through multiple funding rounds, including a $17 million Series B in February 2023. Thomson focuses on digitizing insurance and expanding Naked's product offerings primarily in South Africa.

Alex Thomso at a glance

• Company: Naked Insurance
• Total raised: $32M
• Latest round: Series B
• Investors: International Finance Corporation, DEG, Yellowwoods Capital Holdings, Hollard Insurance Group, Naspers
• Location: South Africa

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