Rikin Shah
Rikin Shah is an American financial services entrepreneur known for his leadership role as the Chief Executive Officer of GetSure, a prominent company in the insurance industry. With a diverse background in investment banking, private equity, and financial technology, Rikin has garnered recognition for his expertise and contributions to the field. He is also a licensed life, accident, and health insurance agent in all 50 states (plus D.C.).[1]
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Early Life
Rikin Shah earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from Columbia University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He continued his academic journey at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he received his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a notable GMAT score of 770.
Career
- Leveraged Finance Night Analyst at Merrill Lynch: Rikin briefly served as a Leveraged Finance Night Analyst at Merrill Lynch from October 2007 to February 2008.
- Investment Banking Analyst at JPMorgan: Rikin began his career as an Investment Banking Analyst in the Financial Institutions & Governments (FIG) Group at JPMorgan in June 2009. His work in the Specialty Finance sub-group involved analyzing diverse FIG business models, conducting on-site due diligence, and leading calls with management. Notable projects include Chrysler Financial's $6.3 billion sale to TD Bank Group and advising CoBank on its $1.1 billion acquisition of U.S. AgBank.
- Associate at Stone Point Capital: From September 2011 to April 2013, Rikin worked as an Associate at Stone Point Capital in Greenwich, CT. As part of the largest financial services-focused private equity firm, he played a crucial role in developing valuation models and conducting due diligence for potential investments in specialty finance, insurance, retirement services, and maritime finance sectors.
- Summer Associate at Ribbit Capital: During the summer of 2014, Rikin Shah served as a Summer Associate at Ribbit Capital, a leading venture capital firm focused on financial technology. His responsibilities included initiating diligence on life and property & casualty insurance tech. Rikin's contributions were highlighted by the creation and presentation of a whitepaper outlining venture opportunities in insurance, which was distributed to Ribbit Capital's limited partners.
- Head of Business Operations at Earnest Inc.: Before his role at GetSure, Rikin served as the Head of Business Operations at Earnest Inc. in the San Francisco Bay Area from November 2016 to July 2019. In this capacity, he contributed to the strategic operations of the company, further enriching his experience in the financial services sector.
- CEO at GetSure: Rikin Shah is the Founder and CEO of GetSure, a position he has held for over 15 years. As a licensed life and health insurance agent, he has played a pivotal role in establishing GetSure as a prominent player in the insurance industry.[2]
Education
Rikin Shah's educational background includes a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Stanford Graduate School of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics and Economics from Columbia University. At Stanford, he was actively involved in various activities and societies, including co-leading the USA Global Study Experience, participating in the Private Equity Club, and contributing to the High Tech Club.
Volunteering
In addition to his successful career, Rikin Shah has been actively involved in volunteering. He served as a Job Seekers' Aide at the San Mateo Public Library from June 2016 to November 2017, focusing on economic empowerment. Furthermore, he dedicated his time as a tutor for young adults in juvenile detention through Each One Reach One from June 2016 to December 2016.[3]
Personal Life
Rikin Shah's commitment to education, professional development, and community service reflects his well-rounded character. His achievements, both in the financial services industry and as a contributor to social causes, have positioned him as a notable figure in the American business landscape.
