APIS PRODUCTIONS

Create. Connect. Thrive.

Insurtech Infrastructure Established Bootstrapped

Overview

APIS Productions is a digital technology and services firm specializing in web platforms and integration tools for life insurance distribution channels including Brokerage General Agencies (BGAs), Independent Marketing Organizations (IMOs), Field Marketing Organizations (FMOs), and individual agents. Founded in 2002 by Peri Lane, the company has built over two decades of experience delivering custom digital solutions to insurance distribution professionals.

The company's flagship product, Apis Connect, is a proprietary Single Sign-On (SSO) platform that consolidates access to more than 16 insurance industry software systems under a single branded login. Additional products include Chatrpillar, an AI-powered chatbot for routine agent inquiries, and Opportunity Scout, a lead management platform with built-in searchable encryption. APIS also delivers website design and development, managed hosting (Apis Protect), marketing services, and growth consulting for insurance agencies and brokerages.

Over its history, APIS Productions has built 500+ agency websites, developed 43 custom applications, and supports platforms serving more than 500,000 SSO users with over 1.4 million monthly client website visits. The company operates on a bootstrapped model with a long-term customer base, including partnerships spanning 7 to 25+ years with several key accounts.

Products & Services

Apis Connect (Single Sign-On Platform)

A proprietary SSO integration platform that enables agencies to provide one-click access to multiple insurance software tools from a single branded website login. Integrates with iPipeline, Ebix, SuranceBay, Vertafore, Insurance Technologies (FireLight), CannexOne, CSG Actuarial, and others.

Key Features

Single login to 16+ third-party insurance platforms
Branded agency website integration
Centralized access management for BGAs, IMOs, and FMOs

Target Users: BGAs, IMOs, FMOs, and their agent networks

Chatrpillar

An AI-powered chatbot platform designed for insurance agencies that answers routine agent questions including carrier requirements, product specifications, underwriting guidelines, and commission schedules. Data is stored in encrypted vector databases on secured servers.

Key Features

AI-driven responses to common agent questions
Encrypted vector store database backend
Custom pricing for complex implementations (setup fee USD 500, monthly maintenance USD 150)

Target Users: Insurance agencies, BGAs, FMOs

Opportunity Scout

A lead generation and management platform with advanced reporting capabilities. Integrates Paperclip SAFE searchable encryption technology for enhanced data security and customer confidentiality.

Key Features

Lead capture, tracking, and reporting
Paperclip SAFE encrypted data storage
Agency-branded deployment

Target Users: Insurance agents and agencies

Website Design & Development

Custom website design, development, and ongoing management for insurance agencies, brokers, and related financial services firms.

Key Features

Full consultative design and build process
Site renovations and content development
Ongoing site management and hosting (Apis Protect)

Target Users: BGAs, IMOs, FMOs, individual agents

At a Glance

Founded: 2002
Headquarters: Annapolis, Maryland, USA
Employees: 11-50
Funding: Bootstrapped

Category & Focus

Category: Insurtech Infrastructure
Subcategories: SSO & Identity Integration Agency Websites AI Chatbots Lead Management
Insurance Verticals: Life & Annuity
Target Customers: Agents/Agencies, MGAs/MGUs, Brokers