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Root, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROOT) is the parent company of Root Insurance, a technology-driven personal car insurance carrier based in Columbus, Ohio. This news page aggregates company announcements, press releases, and event updates related to Root’s insurance operations and its role as a technology company powering insurance solutions.
Readers can find coverage of Root’s participation in investor conferences, such as insurance and financial services events where the company meets with institutional investors and discusses its business. News items also highlight Root’s quarterly financial communications, including announcements of results for specific quarters that are accompanied by shareholder letters and earnings webcasts.
Operational updates feature prominently in Root’s news flow. For example, Root Insurance has announced geographic expansion, such as becoming available in Washington state and completing its West Coast footprint by serving drivers in Washington, Oregon, and California. These releases describe how Root applies mobile technology and data science to measure real driving behaviors and determine personalized car insurance rates.
Partnership announcements are another key category of news. Root has reported collaborations with tech-forward platforms like Kikoff, where Root’s insurance quoting and purchase experience is integrated directly into partner apps. Such news explains how Root’s data-driven pricing and mobile-first experience are extended to financially engaged users through embedded insurance offerings.
By following this page, investors and observers can review Root’s official communications on earnings announcements, investor events, state expansions, and technology partnerships that shape the company’s presence in the direct property and casualty insurance industry.
Root, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROOT) announced a conference call on April 28, 2022, to discuss its first quarter financial results. The results will be available on April 27 in the investor relations section of their website. Additionally, Root will introduce Adjusted EBITDA as a new key performance metric to offer better insight into its business performance. This measure excludes certain non-cash and unusual transactions, aiming to reflect the company's underlying financial health more accurately.
Root, Inc. has appointed Rob Bateman as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective April 11, 2022. Bateman brings over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, having served as President and CFO at Ategrity Specialty Insurance Company and held key financial roles at previous firms, including Infinity Property & Casualty. His expertise in profitability and operations is expected to guide Root through its next growth phase. Meanwhile, former CFO Dan Rosenthal transitions to the role of Chief Revenue and Operating Officer, indicating a strategic leadership shift within the company.
Root, a technology leader in insurance solutions, will have its Co-Founder and CEO, Alex Timm, participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies Insurtech Conference on March 21, 2022, at 4:20 p.m. ET. The event will be streamed live on the Jefferies website, with a replay available afterward. Root aims to transform the insurance sector through innovative technology and data science, delivering a personalized experience to consumers.
Root Inc. has unveiled the paint scheme for its No. 23 Toyota Camry, which will be driven by Bubba Wallace at the Ruoff Mortgage 500 NASCAR Cup Series race on March 13, 2022. This marks the first primary sponsorship for Root in the 2022 season, with plans for two additional races. The car's design is inspired by a Hubble Space Telescope image from Wallace's birth date, October 8. Root aims to showcase the value of good driving through this partnership. Fans can engage with the brand's campaign by finding Hubble images associated with their birthdays.
Root, Inc. has appointed Beth Birnbaum, former COO of PlayFab, to its board of directors, effective March 1, 2022. With over 20 years in consumer technology, her experience includes leadership roles at GrubHub and Expedia. CEO Alex Timm expressed enthusiasm for Birnbaum's customer-centric focus and innovation in the digital insurance sector. Root aims to revolutionize the insurance industry by leveraging data and technology to provide fair pricing and streamlined user experiences.
Root, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROOT) reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending December 31, 2021. The detailed results and management commentary are available in the shareholder letter on their investor relations website. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for February 24, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time, with access details provided for interested investors. Root, a technology-focused insurance provider, aims to enhance customer experience through data science.
Root, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROOT) has successfully completed a five-year, $300 million term loan facility with BlackRock, featuring an interest rate of term SOFR + 9%. This loan not only extends the company's debt maturity but also enhances its liquidity position. In addition, Root issued warrants to BlackRock for 2% of all issued shares at an exercise price of $9.00 per share. CEO Alex Timm emphasized the company's disciplined strategy in enhancing shareholder value through strong underwriting results and prudent capital management.
Root, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROOT) plans to host a conference call on February 24, 2022, to discuss its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2021. Results will be released after the market close on February 23. Additionally, Root has reached an agreement in principle for a new $300 million term loan facility with BlackRock, pending final approval. The loan is expected to have an interest rate of SOFR + 9% and will be funded by January 31, 2022.
Root, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROOT) has officially launched its auto insurance services in Kansas, marking the 32nd state of operation. The Root app leverages smartphone technology to evaluate driving behaviors, prioritizing driving performance over traditional demographic factors for insurance rates. This innovative approach aims to provide fair and affordable insurance to the over 2 million registered drivers in Kansas. CEO Alex Timm stated that the goal is to enhance user experience and accessibility, allowing drivers to manage their insurance easily.
Root, a technology company based in Columbus, Ohio, is set to participate in the KBW Innovation in Finance Conference on December 7, 2021. Alex Timm, Co-Founder and CEO, will speak on the panel titled “Insurtech - The Driver is Named Data” at 11 a.m. GMT/6 a.m. ET. The event will be streamed live, with a replay available post-event. As a parent company of Root Insurance, Root focuses on modernizing personal insurance with a customer-friendly, mobile-first approach.
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