Manish Bhatt
An industry veteran who has always been one step ahead of the game, Manish has spent most of the last 30 years leading the innovation charge. Currently he is a Partner and the EVP of Technology for Simplicity, a leading partner for advisors, financial institutions, and consumers by delivering the best combination of wealth accumulation and financial protection products that meet the needs of a consumer-oriented holistic financial plan.
Prior to joining Simplicity, Manish was the CEO and a co-founded Plum Life, an all-digital life insurance solution for advisors and their clients, which was acquired by Simplicity in 2024.
Throughout his career, his focus has been on innovation, customer centricity and digitization of the insurance industry.
Manish holds an M.B.A. degree from Columbia University and a B.A. in economics from Haverford College.
Sessions
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When Insurance Meets Wealth: The Convergence of Distribution in Life, Annuities, and Holistic Financial Advice16-Oct-2025ITC Life, Health & Benefits Stage (Expo Floor)