Life Accelerated is a show from Equisoft with one goal–to keep you from falling behind by equipping you with the practical tools to handle the rapidly changing environment. Each episode will feature thought-provoking conversations with experts in life insurance, facing the same challenges as you. You’ll leave each episode feeling encouraged, excited, and motivated.
Olivier Lafontaine
Chief Product Officer, Equisoft
January 28, 2026
November 12, 2025
December 11, 2025
November 13, 2024
In this episode of Life Accelerated, host Anthony O'Donnell sits down with Karen Leggett, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Manulife, about how AI and digital innovation are reshaping the insurance industry.
October 09, 2024
Host Anthony O'Donnell welcomes back Richard Wiedenbeck, the newly appointed Chief AI Officer of Ameritas. Richard offers an in-depth discussion on how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the industry.
September 11, 2024
Host Anthony O'Donnell sits down with Jean Olive, Chief Information Officer at John Hancock, to share the company’s ambitious digital transformation journey and its commitment to enhancing customer experiences.
August 14, 2024
Host Anthony O'Donnell sits down with Niki Manby, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at Mutual of Omaha, to discuss the company’s digital transformation journey.
July 10, 2024
Host Anthony O’Donnell speaks with Dora Clements, the Senior Vice President of Transformation, in this episode about Unum’s use of digital technologies to transform operations, enhance customer experiences, and remain competitive in the life insurance industry.
Olivier Lafontaine, Chief Product Officer at Equisoft, has extensive experience across the insurance industry, having held roles from software developer to product owner, implementation consultant, and program manager. His expertise in developing commercial insurance software and managing large transformation projects gives him a unique perspective on the challenges in insurance and wealth technology.
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