Dana Anderson
About Dana Anderson
Dana Anderson serves as the Merchant Onboarding Team Lead at Afterpay in Atlanta, Georgia, where she has worked since 2023. With a background in credit risk and underwriting across various companies, she has developed expertise in managing operations within the payments industry.
Work at Afterpay
Dana Anderson has been serving as the Merchant Onboarding Team Lead at Afterpay since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the onboarding process for merchants, ensuring a smooth integration into the Afterpay platform. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, she has contributed to the company's efforts to enhance merchant experiences and streamline operations.
Previous Experience in the Payments Industry
Before joining Afterpay, Dana worked at Square in various roles related to credit and lending operations. She served as a Credit and Lending Operations Supervisor for seven months in 2022, following her position as a Senior Credit Risk Specialist for five months in 2021. Additionally, she held the role of Credit Operations Supervisor for six months, where she managed operations in Atlanta, Georgia. Her experience includes managing offshore operations and leading initiatives related to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).
Background in Insurance
Dana's career began in the insurance sector, where she worked at The Hanover Insurance Group. She started as a Personal Lines Underwriter Trainee from 2017 to 2018, transitioning to a Personal Lines Underwriter from 2018 to 2019. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in risk assessment and underwriting processes.
Education and Expertise
Dana holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Worcester State University, where she studied from 2015 to 2017. She also earned an Associate of Science in Business Administration and Management from Quinsigamond Community College, studying from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst for one year in 2012-2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in process optimization and operational management.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional life, Dana enjoys spending time in nature with her husband and two dogs. This personal passion for animals reflects her commitment to a balanced lifestyle and her appreciation for the outdoors.