Meet The Zebra’s Expert Sources

Topics our experts can speak to: auto insurance, home insurance, insurance rates, affordability, state laws, claims trends, insurtech, AI in insurance

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Featured appearances

Featured interviews, podcast appearances, and expert commentary on the insurance issues making headlines.

The Financial Revolutionist

“What’s changed is not just how much premiums have risen, but how unevenly they now hit. Insurance affordability is no longer a shared national trend. It’s splitting along state lines, shaped by local risk, regulation and cost pressures.”

-David Seider, CCO

Insurance After Dark Podcast

Katie Gold shares real-world insurtech insights and industry perspective.

BBC: World Business Report

Keith Melnick explains how AI could reshape insurance shopping.

Insuretech Leadership Podcast

Gemma Ros breaks down pricing shifts and affordability across states.


Available for commentary

Our experts are available for interviews, quotes, and commentary on the insurance topics shaping the news cycle.

David Seider, CCO

David Seider, CCO

Can speak to: insurance rates, market trends, carrier partnerships, macroeconomic pressures

David Seider is The Zebra’s chief commercial officer and an expert on the business forces shaping how consumers shop for coverage. He can provide commentary on rate changes, market conditions, and broader trends in the insurance marketplace.

Daniel Herrington, CAIO

Daniel Herrington, CAIO

Can speak to: AI in insurance, machine learning, consumer-facing technology, innovation strategy

Daniel Herrington is The Zebra’s chief AI officer and an expert on artificial intelligence, product innovation, and emerging technology in insurance. He can comment on how AI is reshaping insurance shopping, internal tools, and customer experience.

Beth Swanson, Insurance Analyst

Beth Swanson, Insurance Analyst

Can speak to: auto insurance, home insurance, affordability, consumer shopping trends, state-specific insurance issues

Beth Swanson is a licensed insurance agent and insurance analyst at The Zebra, specializing in clear, consumer-friendly explanations of auto insurance, home insurance, affordability, and state-specific coverage issues.


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Local Media Coverage

We work with local outlets to explain the insurance issues affecting people state by state, from rate changes and legislation to home and auto coverage questions. Explore a few recent regional appearances below.

Louisiana | FORTIFIED home discounts

Oklahoma | Auto insurance costs are rising

Oregon | Large rate increases in 2026

Our very own licensed insurance agent & insurance analyst Beth Swanson discusses ways to save on car insurance with ABC Birmingham.


From Our Executive Team

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