Margeaux Giles

Margeaux Giles, CEO of Irys Insurtech, brings over 15 years of executive experience in operations and digital transformation within the insurance and finance industries. Recognized globally for her leadership and innovation, Margeaux has been named Insurtech Woman CEO of the Year, Insurtech Influencer of the Year (Global Insurtech Awards), and NYC Fintech Women Inspiring Founder of 2024. She is also a member of the Forbes Technology Council and a regular contributor to Forbes.com. Additional accolades include being an Insurance Business America Elite Woman Winner, Insurtech Hartford Making Waves Winner, and UCONN Fintech Masters Program Advisory Board Member.

Driven by a passion for modernizing the insurance industry with cutting-edge technology, Margeaux is equally committed to advancing opportunities for women in the field. She is a founding member of InsureWomen and InsureEquality, as well as the Florida Network Chair of the Association of Professional Insurance Women. In her latest leadership role, she serves as Chair of the Insurance Agency Owners Alliance Tech Council, where she champions innovation and transformation in the independent agency sector.

Margeaux’s dedication to bridging the gap between technology and human connection has positioned her as a trailblazer, redefining what’s possible in insurance distribution while fostering equity and inclusion across the industry.