Kristen Stringer
About Kristen Stringer
Kristen Stringer Chief Banking & Credit Officer
Kristen Stringer serves as the Chief Banking & Credit Officer at FinFit, a role she has held after joining the company in 2010. During her tenure, she has advanced through various pivotal roles, starting as the Director of Operations for seven years. She was later promoted to the Vice President of Banking and Credit Services before attaining her current position. In her role, Kristen is responsible for managing strategic partnerships and credit relationships, overseeing underwriting and credit areas, and driving process improvements.
Kristen Stringer's Education and Pursuit of MBA
Kristen Stringer holds a bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in finance, which has provided her with a strong foundational knowledge in the field. In her commitment to continuous professional development, she is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Old Dominion University. This ongoing academic endeavor reflects her dedication to enhancing her expertise and leadership capabilities in banking and credit services.
Kristen Stringer's Early Career at HSBC Bank
Kristen Stringer began her career at HSBC Bank, where she worked in the customer service and collections departments. During her time at HSBC, she made significant contributions to process improvement and project management. Notably, she led a foreclosure avoidance project that successfully liquidated over $2 million dollars in less than three months. Her experience at HSBC equipped her with essential skills and insights that she has carried forward into her successive roles.
Kristen Stringer's Role in Strategic Partnership Management
In her current role at FinFit, Kristen Stringer is instrumental in managing strategic partnerships, including those with Celtic Bank and Ares. Her responsibilities involve maintaining and enhancing these key relationships, which are critical to FinFit’s operations in the banking and credit sectors. Kristen also oversees the development of underwriting models and the introduction of new credit products, ensuring that these align with the company's strategic goals.
Kristen Stringer's Responsibilities in Underwriting and Compliance
Kristen Stringer oversees the underwriting and credit areas at FinFit, including the development of underwriting models and new credit products. Her role also encompasses auditing and compliance, ensuring that all credit products meet regulatory standards and perform optimally. This comprehensive oversight helps maintain the integrity and efficiency of FinFit’s credit services, contributing to the overall success of the organization.