Asitha Edirisinghe

Asitha Edirisinghe is a seasoned professional in the financial services industry, currently serving as a Senior Manager at Discover Financial Services since November 2011, with expertise in behavioral modeling, loss forecasting, and CECL modeling. Previously, Asitha held various managerial roles and was recognized with the President's Plate Award in 2012 for individual achievement. An academic background includes a PhD in Statistics focused on energy markets and time series analysis from the Missouri University of Science and Technology, where also served as an instructor in statistics and mathematics. Additional experience includes a position as Assistant Vice President at iQor inc. specializing in analytical product development for consumer liquidity modeling. Educational credentials also encompass a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from University of Peradeniya.