Interview with Ian Drysdale, CEO of One Inc.

The interview with Ian Drysdale, CEO of One Inc, highlights a flagship success story in private equity within the financial software sector for the insurance industry. A former executive at major payment institutions, he joined One Inc to transform a fast-growing company into a market technology leader. In just a few years, the company has grown from approximately $35 million in revenue to nearly $280 million, with sustained growth exceeding 50% annually. One Inc is developing a digital payment platform designed for insurers, enabling them to manage both incoming (premiums) and outgoing (claims) cash flows. Its value proposition lies in creating a true payment network connecting over one million participants, ranging from service providers to healthcare professionals. This approach streamlines transactions and accelerates payments, with a digitalization rate that can rise from 15% to 75% among clients.The company relies heavily on artificial intelligence to improve productivity and optimize operations, particularly in fraud detection, performance analysis, and business development. AI is integrated at all levels of the organization, with around thirty projects currently underway. Nordic Capital entry Nordic Capital 2024 marked a key milestone in accelerating the company’s growth. Beyond financing, this partnership provides operational expertise, access to an international network, and strategic guidance. Nordic Capital as a true partner, helping to structure the organization, optimize costs, and recruit talent. Thanks to this support, One Inc. continues to grow rapidly while improving its profitability. The company now aims to go further with major innovations, including large-scale instant payments and the integration of mobile solutions that allow policyholders to receive funds in real time, even in emergency situations. This case perfectly illustrates the role of private equity as a catalyst for growth, combining capital, expertise, and strategic vision to transform a technology company into a market leader.