Brian Pogrund
About Brian Pogrund
Brian Pogrund serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Kin Insurance, a position he has held since 2022. He has a diverse background in operations and sales, with previous roles at Grubhub and Getaround, and holds a B.A. in Organizational Studies from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Work at Kin Insurance
Brian Pogrund serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Kin Insurance, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees the company's operations and strategic initiatives, contributing to its growth and efficiency. Prior to his current role, he was the Vice President of Operations at Kin Insurance from 2020 to 2022. His experience at Kin Insurance reflects his commitment to enhancing operational performance within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Brian Pogrund earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Studies from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 2007 to 2010. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, focusing on Entrepreneurship, Operations, and Strategy from 2013 to 2016. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in organizational management and strategic planning.
Professional Background
Before joining Kin Insurance, Brian Pogrund held various positions in different organizations. He worked at Grubhub as an Online Sales Executive from 2013 to 2014. He then joined Getaround, where he progressed through several roles, including General Manager for Chicago, Regional General Manager for the Midwest and West Coast, and Director of Markets for North America from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as a Marketing Specialist at Safco Dental Supply Co. from 2011 to 2013.
Career Progression
Brian Pogrund's career reflects a steady progression through roles of increasing responsibility. Starting as a Marketing Specialist, he transitioned to sales and operations roles at Grubhub and Getaround. His tenure at Getaround included significant leadership positions, culminating in his role as Regional General Manager. This diverse experience in sales and operations laid the groundwork for his current leadership role at Kin Insurance.