Alan D'souza
About Alan D'souza
Alan D'souza serves as the Director of Analytics at Credit Karma, where he leads a team of over 10 analysts and managers. He has extensive experience in product analytics and business intelligence, having previously held positions at Upgrade, Inc. and Lending Club.
Work at Credit Karma
Alan D'souza serves as the Director of Analytics at Credit Karma, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads a team of over 10 analysts and managers, focusing on analytics within the Credit Cards, Personal Loans, and Auto Loans sectors. These sectors are significant for Credit Karma, collectively generating over $1.4 billion in annual revenue. D'souza utilizes data insights to shape product and marketing strategies, ensuring that the company's offerings align with market demands and consumer needs.
Previous Experience at Upgrade, Inc.
Before joining Credit Karma, Alan D'souza worked at Upgrade, Inc. as the Director of Engineering, Business Intelligence from 2018 to 2019. His tenure at Upgrade was marked by his focus on enhancing business intelligence capabilities. This experience contributed to his analytical expertise, which he later applied at Credit Karma.
Career at Lending Club
Alan D'souza had a significant tenure at Lending Club, where he held multiple roles from 2013 to 2017. He started as a Senior Financial Analyst, then advanced to Senior Product Analytics Manager, and subsequently served as the Director of Product Analytics. His responsibilities included managing analytics initiatives that supported product development and strategic decision-making, contributing to the company's growth during his time there.
Educational Background
Alan D'souza holds a Master of Science degree in Applied Statistics from UCLA. He also studied at the University of Mumbai, where he gained foundational knowledge that supported his later studies in statistics. His educational background provides him with a strong analytical framework that he applies in his professional roles.
Analytical Skills and Responsibilities
In his current role at Credit Karma, Alan D'souza engages in various analytical activities, including evaluating product ideas, conducting A/B test measurements, and performing causal inference and predictive modeling. He also focuses on data automation, which enhances the efficiency of analytics processes. His expertise in these areas is vital for informing strategic decisions and optimizing product offerings.