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Jacqueline Legrand: How Maptycs Grew From One Client Request to Industry Leadership.

CEO & Co-founder Jacqueline Legrand is interviewed on the Uncommon Growth Podcast hosted by Alex Bell


In this conversation, Jacqueline Legrand shares the remarkable journey of MAPTYCS, a property mapping platform that helps businesses and insurers assess climate risk exposure.

Starting from a single client request seven years ago, Jacqueline built a 30-person company without external funding by focusing on client partnerships and technical excellence.

She reveals how MAPTYCS secured major clients like AXA through network connections and how they’re now expanding through strategic partnerships with larger software providers.

You’ll learn practical insights about bootstrapping a tech company and the power of building solutions based directly on client requirements.

Watch the full interview here.

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The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season is Fast Approaching

The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season is just two months away – do you know where your risks lie?

Preparation isn’t just about reacting, it’s about proactively understanding exposure, mitigating risk, and streamlining processes before the storm hits.

With MAPTYCS®, you can:

🔎 Visualize and assess high-risk aggregation points at portfolio, sub-group, or individual location levels

💡 Gain access to reliable premium datasets for a comprehensive risk view

📊 Leverage data-driven insights to strengthen risk assessment and event response

A proactive approach today means fewer surprises tomorrow. Don’t wait for the first storm to take action – start preparing today.

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Myanmar Earthquake

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar this morning, with its epicenter located just northwest of Mandalay. The impact has been felt across the region, causing damage in capital cities Naypyidaw, Bangkok, as well as in parts of southwest China.

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Tropical Cyclone Alfred

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is currently predicted to make landfall along the coast of Brisbane, Australia on Thursday night and into Friday morning.

The Category 2 storm is expected to bring extreme conditions, including up to 800mm of rainfall, wind gusts reaching 155kmph, and dangerous storm surge in low-lying areas. Tides are already reported to be one meter above normal, increasing the risk of significant coastal flooding. Cyclones are rare in Brisbane, with the last one, Cyclone Zoe, occurring in March 1974.

At MAPTYCS®, we are closely monitoring the situation and providing real-time insights to support our clients in navigating the risks ahead. If you need assistance, please reach out to our team.

Stay safe, and take all necessary precautions.

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MAPTYCS is growing!

We’re delighted to welcome Emily Nehme, Oliver Bradburne, and William Funk to the team, joining our mission to help insurers and corporate risk managers to navigate risk with precision.

Emily Nehme – Head of Marketing
Emily brings a wealth of experience in strategic marketing and brand building. She’ll be leading our efforts to elevate Maptycs’ presence and connect with the industry in new and meaningful ways.

Oliver Bradburne – Business Development Manager
Oliver will be at the forefront of expanding our reach, helping more organizations discover how Maptycs can transform the way they assess and respond to risk.

Bill Funk – Client Success Manager
With a deep background in client engagement, Bill is here to ensure that our clients maximize the full potential of Maptycs’ platform, driving value and long-term success.

Welcome to the team, Emily, Oliver, and Bill!

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Wildfires in Los Angeles

Our thoughts are with all those impacted by the devastating wildfires that have intensified overnight, including the Palisades, Hurst, Eaton, and Tyler fires.

These fast-moving fires have already consumed over 4,000 acres, forcing the evacuation of more than 80,000 individuals. Fueled by strong winds, the fires are being battled by over 1,400 firefighters.

At MAPTYCS, we are actively supporting our clients with wildfire insights to help navigate these challenging circumstances – the below screenshot from our platform shows latest wildfire maps from our partners at NASA.

If you need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.

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Happy New Year 2025!

The new year is here, and at MAPTYCS, we’re ready to make 2025 a year of innovation, growth, and collaboration.

Our vision for this year is clear: to continue transforming how the insurance and risk management industries approach geospatial intelligence. With exciting plans ahead – from incredible new updates to our platform to engaging with industry leaders at key events – we can’t wait to share our journey with you.

This year is about pushing boundaries, building stronger partnerships, and delivering even greater value to our clients. Let’s make 2025 a year of bold steps forward – together.

Here’s to a future filled with opportunity and success!

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