The Authenticity Map: Tee Barr

In this episode of Humanizing Insurance, host Daniel Grimwood-Bird welcomes Tee Barr, Director of Product - Geospatial at Verisk Extreme Event Solutions and a part-time lecturer at Northeastern University. Tee shares a comprehensive overview of their 25-year career in geospatial information and how their passion for geography led them to unexpected roles, including significant stints in defence and intelligence, precision agriculture, and finally, the insurance industry. The conversation delves into the intrinsic role of geospatial technology in various fields, the future of geospatial in insurance, and the industry’s slow adoption of new technologies. Tee also reflects on their personal journey towards authenticity, coming out as non-binary and queer, and how shedding their 'mask' transformed their personal and professional life. The episode concludes with Tee discussing leadership, mentorship, and the importance of a supportive network.Humanizing Insurance is bought to you by Daniel Grimwood-Bird. It's a passion project, driven by the evergreen phrase 'Insurance is a people industry'.Through each conversation, we explore the stories, experiences, and ideas that make our world of insurance more human - from the pioneers and innovators shaping its future to the quiet leaders who hold its traditions together.This podcast exists to remind us that behind every policy, premium, and claim is a person, someone making decisions, taking risks, and protecting what matters most.If these stories resonate with you, please follow the show, leave a review, and share it with a colleague or friend who still believes in the people side of this business.You can also connect with Daniel on LinkedIn to continue the conversation, recommend guests, or request a topic that you'd like to know more about.Humanizing Insurance — one conversation at a time.