Meet the author

David Snitkof is the VP of Analytics at Ocrolus and has a successful track record of developing analytical systems, teams, and businesses from the ground up.  He was most recently Head of Analytics and Data Strategy at Kabbage, where he led a highly successful global analytics organization and the development of new data products.  Prior to that, he was co-founder of Orchard, a pioneering data, analytics, and transaction platform that accelerated the growth and institutionalization of online lending during a time of massive growth. Prior to Orchard, David held various analytical, product development, and risk management leadership roles at American Express, Citigroup, and Oyster.com. He is a frequent writer and speaker on financial technology, credit, and the future of data-driven business and its impact on society.

Most recently, David helped to publish a study entitled Automation in Small Business Lending Can Reduce Racial Disparities: Evidence from the Paycheck Protection Program with NYU Stern which utilized Ocrolus’ own data and highlighted the ways automated lending can lower racial bias.