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Layr
Founded 2016 · 62 employees on LinkedIn · 3 known investors
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Layr provides technology and licensed support that standardizes servicing of small commercial property and casualty insurance accounts for insurance brokerages. It helps brokers manage and grow their small business book more efficiently without additional hiring.
Founders & leadership
Layr was founded in 2016 by Phillip Naples.
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Phillip NaplesFounderPhillip Naples worked as a traditional insurance broker before founding Layr, which provides technology and support to help insurance brokerages standardize the servicing of small commercial property and casualty insurance accounts.
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Mark HaraCEOHe has held executive roles in strategy, operations, and product development at three Fortune 100 companies and startups, with marketing experience across CPG, healthcare, insurance, and financial services.
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John FasanoChief Financial OfficerHe brings over 20 years of experience in fintech and SaaS companies, with prior work in payments, compliance, and banking software.
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Mike GruenVP Engineering
Investors · 3
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2 people who came through Layr went on to found or lead other companies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Layr do?
- Layr provides technology and licensed support that standardizes servicing of small commercial property and casualty insurance accounts for insurance brokerages. It helps brokers manage and grow their small business book more efficiently without additional hiring.
- Who founded Layr?
- Layr was founded by Phillip Naples in 2016.
- Who are Layr's investors?
- Layr's investors include Cota Capital, Flyover Capital, MGV.VC.