Rahul Vemulapally
About Rahul Vemulapally
Rahul Vemulapally serves as the Vice President of Credit Risk and Fraud at Oportun, where he has worked since 2018. He has a strong background in risk management and data analysis, with previous roles at Fractal Analytics, PayJoy, and Virginia Tech.
Current Role at Oportun
Rahul Vemulapally serves as the Vice President of Credit Risk and Fraud at Oportun, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing risk management strategies to mitigate credit risk and fraud. His work is based in San Carlos, California, where he has contributed to the company's efforts in enhancing its risk assessment frameworks.
Previous Experience in Risk Management
Before joining Oportun, Vemulapally held the position of Director of Risk Management at Oportun from 2010 to 2016. He also served as Head of Risk at PayJoy from 2016 to 2018, where he was responsible for overseeing risk-related operations. His experience spans various roles that emphasize his expertise in managing credit risk and fraud.
Education and Expertise
Vemulapally earned a Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management from Virginia Tech, where he studied from 2007 to 2009. He also holds a B.Tech in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, completed from 2003 to 2007. His educational background supports his strong quantitative skills, essential for his roles in credit risk and fraud management.
Analytical Skills and Tools
Vemulapally possesses expertise in using iReports for data analysis and reporting. This skill is crucial for his work in credit risk management, where data-driven decision-making is vital. His analytical capabilities enhance his effectiveness in identifying and mitigating potential risks.
Research Experience
Vemulapally has a background in research, having worked as a Research Assistant at Virginia Tech from 2007 to 2009 and at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras from 2006 to 2007. These roles provided him with foundational skills in data analysis and research methodologies, which he applies in his current position.