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Carl Niedbala

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As Managing Partner (Co-Founder & COO), Carl ushered into Founder Shield his rich history of risk management and due diligence experience from an earlier career in the venture ecosystem. Along with growth hacking and investing know-how, he brings a deep wealth of legal knowledge to the table. Carl enjoys tackling challenges with curiosity, so fire away those questions!

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cleantech insurance
April 1 • Risk Management

Insurance for Cleantech Companies

It’s a delicate balance, deriving energy from natural resources while sustaining a thriving ecosystem. But cleantech companies are up for the challenge. While these businesses are watching over the environment, though, who is protecting them? In this post, we highlight some of the risks these companies face and how the right insurance policy can support

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biotech_lifescience_startups
March 12 • Thought Leadership

Top 10 Biotech & Life Science Startups

Plenty of biotech and life science startups launched in late-2018. Here’s a list of the top ten making waves in this space.

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private equity insurance
January 8 • Directors & OfficersEPLIErrors & Omissions

Insurance for Private Equity & VC Firms

Investors face unique exposures in today’s world. Here’s what insurance firms need in private equity and venture capital sectors.

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admitted vs non-admitted insurance
January 2 • Risk Management

Admitted vs. Non-Admitted Insurance

Knowing the difference between admitted and non-admitted insurance carriers is vital—especially for high-risk companies. Here’s the scoop.

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Thanksgiving Hero Image
November 26 • Thought Leadership

Startups giving us more to be thankful for (2019 edition!)

Each year we pick out couple of our outstanding clients who are working to make the world a better place. These 6 startups give us a lot to be thankful for.

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skyrocket_your_on-demand_company
November 20 • Risk Management

5 Policies to Help Skyrocket Your On-Demand Company

Mid-market companies face unique risks as they evolve and grow, especially emerging on-demands. These policies can help to skyrocket your on-demand company.

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medical office insurance
October 29 • Cyber LiabilityEPLIErrors & Omissions

Medical Office Insurance Guide

Medical office insurance covers some of the most vulnerable parts of a medical practice. Here’s a practical guide to help you safeguard your business.

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S1 filings for mid-market companies
October 15 • Risk Management

Guide to S-1 Filings for Mid-Market Companies

Understanding how to navigate S-1 filings for mid-market companies can be tricky, especially if this is all new to your team. Here’s a detailed guide!

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before going public
October 8 • Directors & OfficersRisk Management

Risk Management Tips Before Going Public

Here are risk management tips for mid-market companies to consider before going public.

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escooter sharing regulations and insurance
October 1 • Errors & OmissionsGeneral LiabilityHNOA

Navigating US E-Scooter Sharing Regulations & Insurance

E-scooter sharing companies face complex and strict regulations. The right insurance can give you a competitive advantage.

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commercial insurance endorsements
September 10 • Risk Management

The Complete Guide to Commercial Insurance Endorsements

Learn how commercial insurance endorsements provide customized coverage for you. Understand how the insurance endorsement types can empower your business.

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EPLI Claims
September 9 • Claims

5 Common Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) Claims

What exactly does EPLI cover? We examine 5 common claim scenarios.

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insurance for esports gaming arena and competiton feat
August 28 • Directors & OfficersErrors & Omissions

Insurance for ESports: Leagues, Teams & Tech

The hardest part of navigating insurance for e-sports is to know how it applies. We break it down.

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bump collaboration colleagues scaled
June 20 • Thought Leadership

How To Be A Better Team Player

In order to become a better collaborator, you must start by becoming a better team player. Here are some tips to get you there.

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Insurance Subjectivities
April 24 • Risk Management

I Signed, Now What? Understanding Insurance Subjectivities

Often referred to as the “pitfalls” of a quote, insurance subjectivities are certain conditions you must follow to ensure the coverage you need.

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office
March 28 • Thought Leadership

Employee loyalty has to be earned, don’t expect it without taking action

We value our employees and want the same from them, but it’s not always that easy. Here are our thoughts on what you can do to boost employee loyalty.

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IMG scaled
March 26 • Thought Leadership

The Top 7 Things Employees Want From Their Company

People are always debating what employees need to be happy in their careers. Here is our take on what millennials really need for a good work environment.

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Commericial Property Featured
December 4 • Claims

Commercial Property Insurance Claims Guide: The Preemptive Approach

The complete guide to commercial property insurance claims. How to be pre-emptive and the steps involved to make the claims process run smoothly.

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Hero Image Founder Shield
November 19 • Risk Management

How to generate revenue & funding with insurance

How do you turn a cost center into a revenue engine? We discuss how high-growth companies can get this done with right Insurance. (via TechCrunch)

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October 31 • Thought Leadership

Podcast: The Business of Insuring High Risk, Fast Growth Startups

Our very own Eric Schneider sat down with the guys over at the Block Party podcast. He talks about how to manage insurance needs in rapidly evolving business environments.

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Elon Musk DO Insurance
October 10 • Directors & Officers

Elon Musk vs. Investors: Why D&O Insurance is Essential

Elon Musk has landed himself and Tesla in hot water. We break down the SEC settlement, class action lawsuits and how D&O Insurance comes into play.

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courthouse of and employee lawsuit
July 13 • EPLI

My Employee Is Suing Me. What Should I do?

1 in 5 businesses gets hit with a lawsuit from a former or current employee. We discuss the various types of employee lawsuits and actions businesses should take to reduce the risk of being sued.

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