In this series, we sit down with our portfolio and program founders to get to know them better. What are they building? What motivates them? What do they love about New York City? This week, we're chatting with 1Fort CEO Anthony Marshi, a founder in our Grand Central Tech residency fall 2022 cohort.
1. Describe what you’re building in 10 words or fewer.
1Fort makes cyber insurance simple.
2. Let’s assume your company achieves your current, fullest ambitions for it — what about your industry and the world do you hope changes as a result?
Businesses face mounting cyber attacks. Without cyber insurance, many will go bankrupt. While most want coverage, they can't easily get it. 1Fort is on a mission to help bring financial security to the digital world by making it easy for any business to get the cyber coverage they deserve.
3. What’s your bagel order?
Plain with cream cheese (so original)
4. What do you love about New York City, and what makes it a good place to launch a business?
I really love NYC's diverse and energetic vibe, with people always eager to make a difference. It's a great spot build because the lively atmosphere sparks creativity and offers countless opportunities to grow and collaborate.
5. What do you think is the single biggest innovation we'll see within our lifetimes?
ChatGPT
6. What’s your favorite movie or TV show that takes place in New York City?
Succession
7. What motto do you live by?
The saddest thing in life is wasted talent.
8. What piece of technology do you wish you’d invented?
ChatGPT
9. What’s one app on your homescreen that you can’t live without?
Notion