Corgi Insurance Appoints Andrew Hefty to Lead Compliance and Regulatory Affairs
Corgi Insurance, an AI-native insurance carrier for startups, has appointed Andrew Hefty as its Head of Compliance and Regulatory Affairs. With nearly three decades of legal experience across military service, private practice, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Hefty brings a deep understanding of regulatory enforcement and compliance. Hefty joins Corgi after over 10 years at the SEC's Division of Enforcement, where he represented the agency in complex fraud cases and insider trading matters. Previously, he spent nearly 15 years as an attorney in private practice, including time as a partner at an international law firm. In his new role, Hefty will oversee compliance programs, manage regulatory relationships, and advise Corgi's leadership on strategic regulatory initiatives. Corgi CEO Nico Laqua emphasized the importance of balancing innovation with trust and compliance, noting that Hefty’s experience aligns well with their mission to modernize insurance using AI. The appointment is part of a broader effort by Corgi to strengthen its infrastructure as it expands into new markets.
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