Eric Burton
About Eric Burton
Eric Burton serves as the Senior Director of Product at Credit Karma, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at companies such as Oportun, Capital One, and SeedFi.
Work at Credit Karma
Eric Burton currently holds the position of Senior Director, Product at Credit Karma. He began this role in 2023 and is based in Oakland, California. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing product development and strategy, contributing to the company's mission of providing financial tools and resources to consumers.
Previous Experience at Oportun
Before joining Credit Karma, Eric Burton worked at Oportun, formerly known as Progreso Financiero, from 2010 to 2014. He served as Director and General Manager of Consumer Installment Loans during his four-year tenure in Menlo Park, California. His role involved managing product offerings and enhancing customer access to financial services.
Career at Applied Research Laboratories
Eric Burton began his professional career as a Graduate Research Assistant at Applied Research Laboratories, The University of Texas at Austin. He worked in this role from 2003 to 2008 for five years in Austin, Texas. His responsibilities included conducting research and supporting various projects within the laboratory.
Experience at Capital One
From 2008 to 2010, Eric Burton served as a Senior Business Analyst for Small Business Credit Card at Capital One. During his two years in Richmond, Virginia, he focused on analyzing business performance and developing strategies to enhance the credit card offerings for small businesses.
Co-Founder and Leadership at SeedFi
Eric Burton co-founded SeedFi and served as President and COO from 2019 until its acquisition by Intuit/Credit Karma in 2023. His leadership contributed to the company's growth and innovation in providing financial solutions to consumers, particularly in the area of credit access.
Education and Expertise
Eric Burton earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, completing the Engineering Honors Program from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Thermal/Fluid Systems, from 2006 to 2008. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and product development skills.
Role at Aura
Prior to his time at SeedFi, Eric Burton worked at Aura as Vice President of Growth, Product, Strategy, and Analytics from 2014 to 2019. In this role, he was responsible for driving product strategy and growth initiatives within the company, contributing to its overall success in the market.