Yarden Brakha
About Yarden Brakha
Yarden Brakha serves as the Risk Research Team Lead at Melio, a position he has held since 2021. He holds a B.Sc in Neuroscience and a B.Sc in Applied Mathematics from Bar-Ilan University.
Work at Melio Payments
Yarden Brakha has been serving as the Risk Research Team Lead at Melio since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing risk research initiatives and developing strategies to mitigate potential threats to the organization. His expertise in risk analysis contributes to the overall security and integrity of Melio's payment systems.
Education and Expertise
Yarden Brakha holds a B.Sc in Neuroscience from Bar-Ilan University, where he studied from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he earned a B.Sc in Applied Mathematics from the same institution, completing his studies from 2015 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving, essential for his roles in risk analysis and research.
Background
Before joining Melio, Yarden Brakha worked at Simplex as a Fraud Analyst from 2017 to 2018. He then transitioned to Konnecto, where he served as Research Team Leader for nine months in 2018 and 2019. These positions allowed him to develop skills in fraud detection and team management, which he applies in his current role.
Professional Experience
Yarden Brakha's professional journey includes significant roles in risk and fraud analysis. At Simplex, he focused on identifying and mitigating fraudulent activities. His subsequent position at Konnecto as Research Team Leader involved leading research efforts to enhance understanding of market dynamics and consumer behavior, further enriching his expertise in risk management.