Steve Bellone

Steve Bellone is an experienced collections and data analytics professional with a strong background in designing and implementing data-driven strategies to enhance recovery rates and optimize collection processes. Currently serving as Head of Collections at BMG Money, Steve previously held similar roles at Empower and amassed extensive experience at Lending Club as Sr Director of Collections Strategy, where leadership involved overseeing a team of analysts and employing advanced analytics tools such as SQL and SAS. Prior roles include significant positions at Charles Schwab, Wells Fargo, Washington Mutual Card Services, and Providian Financial, where responsibilities encompassed portfolio analysis, forecasting, and performance metrics. Steve holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration/Finance from California State University - East Bay.