Daniel Zidaru
About Daniel Zidaru
Daniel Zidaru serves as the Director of Data Science at JG Wentworth, where he has worked since 2023. With over 15 years of experience at Experian, he has significantly contributed to financial inclusion and revenue growth through machine learning and data analysis.
Work at JG Wentworth
Daniel Zidaru has been serving as the Director of Data Science at JG Wentworth since 2023. In this role, he focuses on leveraging data science techniques to drive business growth and enhance decision-making processes. His expertise in data analytics and machine learning contributes to the company's strategic initiatives.
Experience at Experian
Zidaru has held the position of Senior Scientist/Manager at Experian since 2009, accumulating 15 years of experience in Atlanta, Georgia. He has played a significant role in increasing the revenue of Experian Premier Attributes by three times through the integration of machine learning attributes. His work has also focused on enhancing financial inclusion for underbanked consumers by managing cross-functional teams to create alternative data attributes.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Prior to his current roles, Zidaru worked at FICO as a Lead Consultant from 2006 to 2009 and at First Investors Financial Services as a Senior Risk Analyst from 2001 to 2005. In these positions, he contributed to significant improvements in credit approvals and origination volumes through statistical analysis and modeling.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Zidaru earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Academia de Studii Economice din București, studying from 1995 to 1999. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from the University of West Georgia, completing his studies in 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in data science and analytics.
Mentorship and Team Development
Zidaru has been actively involved in mentoring and developing large analytical teams. His focus includes designing and building attributes, risk models, and strategies. He has also participated in hiring activities, particularly targeting college programs to cultivate new talent in the field.