Paul Van Reede
About Paul Van Reede
Paul Van Reede serves as the Chief Growth Officer at Samos Insurance, where he focuses on digital innovation and risk management in the insurance industry. He has held various leadership roles in healthcare and insurance, including positions at dacadoo and Manulife, where he specialized in on-demand insurance solutions and integrating data with behavioral science.
Current Role at Samos Insurance
Paul Van Reede serves as the Chief Growth Officer at Samos Insurance, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on driving growth strategies and enhancing the company's market presence. His work is centered in the Greater Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo Metropolitan Area, where he leverages his extensive experience in the insurance industry to develop innovative solutions.
Previous Experience at dacadoo
Prior to his current role, Paul Van Reede worked at dacadoo from 2021 to 2024. He initially held the position of Head of Healthcare Business for North America for three years, where he was responsible for overseeing healthcare initiatives. He later transitioned to the role of Head of Healthcare and Retail for a nine-month period, further expanding his expertise in the healthcare sector.
Professional Background at Manulife
Paul Van Reede has a significant history with Manulife, where he worked in various capacities from 2007 to 2019. His roles included Product Manager, Director of Guaranteed Product Development, and Product Director for Manulife Vitality. His tenure at Manulife spanned over a decade, during which he contributed to product development and management in the insurance domain.
Experience in the Insurance Sector
Paul Van Reede operates at the intersection of digital innovation and risk management within the insurance industry. He specializes in creating on-demand insurance solutions that cater to significant life events. His background includes integrating data and behavioral science to drive innovation, showcasing his commitment to enhancing customer experiences in insurance.
Career at Foresters Financial and Sun Life Financial
Before his roles at dacadoo and Samos Insurance, Paul Van Reede worked at Foresters Financial as AVP of Connected Health from 2019 to 2021, where he focused on health-related insurance products. He also spent a year at Sun Life Financial in Business Development from 2011 to 2012, further broadening his experience in the financial services sector.