Laura Watts
About Laura Watts
Laura Watts is the Customer Experience Lead at Shepherd, where she plays a key role in integrating insurance offerings with innovative software solutions for the commercial construction industry.
Customer Experience Lead Laura Watts
Laura Watts serves as the Customer Experience Lead at Shepherd, a company focused on integrating insurance offerings with software solutions to manage risk and prevent losses in the commercial construction industry. In her role, Laura is actively involved in enhancing the customer experience by collaborating with leading retail insurance brokers and clients. She utilizes her expertise to provide fast underwriting and efficient risk management software.
Laura Watts' Blog Contributions
Laura Watts has made significant contributions to the Shepherd blog. On December 21, 2023, she authored 'Shepherd's 2023 Year in Review,' offering a comprehensive overview of the company's milestones and achievements throughout the year. Earlier in December, she penned another important post about a major update to Shepherd's Primary Offering, detailing new features and improvements introduced for the benefit of clients and policyholders.
Laura Watts' Insights on Career in Computer Science
On February 9, 2022, Laura Watts shared personal insights on how her first interview shaped her career in computer science. Her reflections provided valuable lessons for aspiring professionals in the industry, demonstrating how early career experiences can significantly influence one's professional path and development.
Shepherd's $13.5M Series A Financing and Laura Watts' Role
Laura Watts played an integral role in the team that announced Shepherd’s $13.5M Series A financing, which was led by Costanoa Ventures. This financing milestone is pivotal for Shepherd's growth and innovation in providing insurance and software solutions. Laura's involvement underscores her commitment to advancing the company's mission and strengthening its capabilities.
Initiative to Provide Free Software to Policyholders
Laura Watts is part of an initiative at Shepherd that aims to provide the company's software offerings for free to policyholders. This effort is designed to help manage risk more effectively within the commercial construction industry, supporting clients in minimizing losses and enhancing overall safety through innovative software tools.