mPokket, a loan app providing loans to college students and young working professionals is set to augment its management team. The company has announced the appointment of Maninder Singh Grewal to the newly-created position of Chief Data and Analytics Officer. The hiring is in line with mPokket’s focus on building the senior management team. Recently, the company had announced the appointment of a new head of human resources and a new head of products.
With more than 16 years of experience across data sciences, predictive analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), deep learning and consulting domains, Maninder plans to transform the business at mPokket via the effective use of advanced analytics. He will be crafting a robust data strategy to enable mPokket’s sustainable top line growth. The position will also see Maninder building a multi-layered techno-functional team of experts to boost the performance of all aspects of the lending business across Underwriting, Retention, Acquisitions and Collections. With a greater focus on hiring the right talent, mPokket is betting big on its AI and ML capabilities in the months to come.
Commenting on Maninder’s appointment, Gaurav Jalan, CEO and Founder, mPokket said, “I am delighted to welcome Maninder in the newly-created position of Chief Data and Analytics Officer at mPokket. Maninder has extensive knowledge in data and analytics that he has applied across multiple geographies. We are keen to leverage his experience to strengthen our capabilities. With his support, we will accelerate our investment in analytics and build a world class team of talented individuals.”