Guidewire Software
NYSE: GWREIncorporated in Delaware · 4 known investors
Guidewire provides technology and software for property and casualty (P&C) insurers to run and grow their business. It serves the insurance industry with a platform for core operations, data, and digital engagement.
Founders & leadership
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Marcus RyuinCo-founder, CEO and Chairman2001–2024Marcus Ryu co-founded Guidewire Software (NYSE:GWRE), a provider of technology for property and casualty insurers, and led it from inception through its 2012 IPO. He is now a venture investor at Battery Ventures focused on vertical enterprise applications/AI, video AI, and fintech/insurtech.
Investors · 4
Battery VenturesBoston · $500K – $100M
IVP (Institutional Venture Partners)San Francisco · $15M – $75M
US Venture PartnersMenlo Park · $500K – $10M
Also in the syndicate · 1
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc.
Founder mafia
2 people who came through Guidewire Software went on to found or lead other companies.
Competitors · 1
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In the news
How Internal AI Efficiency Unlocks Guidewire Software’s (GWRE) Profitability? - Insider Monkeyinsidermonkey.com · Aug 2026
Can Guidewire Software (GWRE) Justify Its Valuation On Raised Guidance And AI Demand? - Simply Wall St Newssimplywall.st · Aug 2026Frequently asked questions
- What does Guidewire Software do?
- Guidewire provides technology and software for property and casualty (P&C) insurers to run and grow their business. It serves the insurance industry with a platform for core operations, data, and digital engagement.
- Who founded Guidewire Software?
- Guidewire Software was founded by Marcus Ryu.
- Who are Guidewire Software's investors?
- Guidewire Software's investors include Battery Ventures, IVP (Institutional Venture Partners), US Venture Partners.