Nallan Suresh
About Nallan Suresh
Nallan Suresh serves as the Chief Analytics and Data Officer at GAIN Credit, where he leads a diverse team in applying advanced analytics to manage credit risk and fraud. He has a strong background in analytics, having held leadership roles at several companies including SurveyMonkey, FICO, and Experian, and holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan.
Current Role at GAIN Credit
Nallan Suresh serves as the Chief Analytics and Data Officer at GAIN Credit, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he oversees a diverse team of 20-25 data scientists and 20-30 data engineers, managing operations across multiple international locations, including India, the UK, and the US. His responsibilities include controlling credit risk and fraud in consumer lending through advanced analytics techniques. He also plays a significant role in mentoring analytics talent, encouraging engagement in cross-functional projects, and applying predictive models and credit scores to address business challenges.
Previous Experience at SurveyMonkey
Before joining GAIN Credit, Nallan Suresh worked at SurveyMonkey as the Director of Analytics from 2008 to 2012. His tenure at SurveyMonkey followed its acquisition of MarketTools. During his four years in this role, he contributed to the development of analytics strategies that supported the company's growth and decision-making processes in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Professional Background at FICO and Experian
Nallan Suresh held the position of Director at FICO from 2000 to 2006, where he worked for six years in the Orange County, California area. He later transitioned to Experian, serving as Director from 2006 to 2008. His experience in these roles involved leveraging analytics to enhance credit risk management and consumer insights.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Nallan Suresh has a strong academic background in Mechanical Engineering. He earned his PhD from the University of Michigan. Prior to that, he completed his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering at Cornell University and obtained his B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. This educational foundation supports his expertise in analytics and data science.
Early Career at Northrop Grumman and CSC
Nallan Suresh began his career at Northrop Grumman Corporation, where he served as Section Head from 1997 to 2000 for three years in the Greater Los Angeles Area. He also worked briefly as a Principal Investigator at CSC in 2000. These early roles contributed to his foundational knowledge in data engineering and analytics.