FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 16, 2025
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NEW YORK–(via businesswire.com)–Empathy, a technology firm transforming the way individuals prepare for and manage life’s most difficult moments, announces four key appointments to its executive leadership team: Sophie Ruddock has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO), Cindy Goodrich takes on the role of the inaugural Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Rotem Waissman joins as Vice President of Design (VP of Design), and Jennifer Amaral steps in as Vice President of Insurance and Wealth Solutions (VP of Insurance & Wealth Solutions).
These appointments follow closely on the heels of the company’s announcement of reaching several major milestones: passing the mark of access to coverage to over 40 million individuals, realizing a 300% increase in revenue, handling 1 in 5 life insurance claims in the United States, and realizing partnerships with seven of the top ten life insurance providers in the United States, such as MetLife, Prudential, and New York Life, along with numerous other mission-driven carriers.
“We are thrilled to welcome four exceptional leaders to Empathy who have proven track records of transforming innovative startups into industry-defining global brands. In just a few short years, Empathy has revolutionized the way employers and life insurance carriers provide meaningful and compassionate support to families and individuals. With Sophie, Cindy, Rotem, and Jennifer on board, we will raise the bar yet again and bring our groundbreaking approach to new arenas. Our goal is to work with employers, benefits providers, life insurance carriers, and financial institutions to build proactive compassion into the workplace and create a true safety net for everyone during times of struggle.”
Ron Gura, Empathy Co-Founder & CEO
ABOUT EMPATHY
Empathy is a technology company transforming how people plan for and navigate life’s toughest moments. Serving over 40 million people across the U.S., Empathy currently partners with seven of the ten U.S. life insurance carriers and handles one in five life insurance claims nationwide. With $90 million in funding from top-tier venture firms including Index Ventures and General Catalyst, as well as a strategic investment from global insurance leaders including Allianz, MassMutual, MetLife, New York Life, Securian, and Sumitomo, Empathy combines cutting-edge innovation with compassion to provide unparalleled support for bereavement, estate management, legacy planning, and more.
Empathy is setting the standard for modern family care and workplace benefits. Learn more at www.empathy.com
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Kristin Sosanie
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