Building Remote Teams That Outperform Office Workers - ep. 002

Meet Hari Srinivasan, CEO and co-founder of iCover, who's revolutionizing life insurance with a 5-minute, AI-driven application process. In this episode of Return To People Podcast, Hari shares his journey from immigrating to the U.S. in 1998 to building two tech companies from Missouri—including a fully remote iCover, long before it was trendy. But this isn't just a tech story—it's a playbook for remote work done right. Hari dives into the three pillars of iCover’s success: Trust, Responsibility, and Onboarding, and why 95% of employees vote to stay remote each year. Ironically, one of his biggest hiring challenges? Some candidates don’t want remote work. He breaks down how iCover uses machine learning to analyze health data in minutes, cutting out lab visits, paperwork, and wait times—delivering what he calls “the best life insurance buying experience.” From reducing costs to unlocking global talent, remote work has become a strategic advantage, not just a convenience. Packed with insights on leadership, culture, and the future of work, this conversation is a must-listen for founders, hiring managers, and anyone navigating the new world of work. 🎧 Tune in to learn how AI, remote culture, and a bold vision are transforming an industry—and reshaping how we work. Learn more about Hari: Hari´s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hari-s-42b92628/ iCover: https://icoverinsure.com/team Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices