Hedge
YC X26San Francisco, US · Founded 2026 · 2 employees · Hiring · 1 known investors
Hedge provides direct access to specialty insurance markets for retail agents, offering dedicated account teams that handle policies from intake through renewal without sub-brokering layers. The company serves retail insurance agents seeking placement in specialty markets with faster quoting and direct market connections.
Also known as Taven
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (X26)
Hedge was founded in 2026 by Luke Button and Luke Rosa.
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Luke Buttonin𝕏Co-Founder, CEOLuke Button founded Contrast (acquired) and Fernstone, an AI-powered retail insurance brokerage, and held growth leadership roles at Traba and Antimetal.
Investors · 1
Competitors · 3
by search overlapCoactionspecialty20 shared keywordsCoAction Specialty provides specialty insurance products, focusing on complex risks and building tailored risk solutions for clients and their customers through specialist expertise and data-driven insights.
Skywardinsurance18 shared keywordsSkyward Specialty is a specialty property and casualty (P&C) insurance provider that works with brokers and agents to deliver underwriting and risk solutions across niche markets. The publicly traded company (Nasdaq: SKWD) operates at the complex end of the specialty insurance market and uses technology to bring products to market.
Libertymutual16 shared keywordsLiberty Mutual is an insurance provider offering personal insurance products including car, home, homeowners, and renters coverage to consumers. The company provides online quotes, claims handling, and support through both its website and mobile app.
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Why hedge funds are winning again - and where managers see the next opportunity - Pensions & Investmentspionline.com · Jul 2026Frequently asked questions
- What does Hedge do?
- Hedge provides direct access to specialty insurance markets for retail agents, offering dedicated account teams that handle policies from intake through renewal without sub-brokering layers. The company serves retail insurance agents seeking placement in specialty markets with faster quoting and direct market connections.
- Who founded Hedge?
- Hedge was founded by Luke Button, Luke Rosa in 2026.
- Who are Hedge's investors?
- Hedge's investors include Y Combinator.
- Where is Hedge headquartered?
- Hedge is headquartered in San Francisco, US.