Fazel Tabassum

Fazel Tabassum is a Senior Data Scientist at Purpose Financial since September 2023, previously holding the same title at Oportun where significant advancements in credit risk modeling were achieved. At Discover Financial Services, Fazel contributed to enhancing risk assessment methodologies, resulting in improved risk segmentation for direct mail prospects. Experience as an Analytics Student Consultant at Carlson Analytics Lab involved providing data-driven solutions for various companies. Earlier, at Kabbage, Inc., Fazel worked as a Senior Decision Analyst, optimizing marketing prospects and assessing risk within banking portfolios. Educational qualifications include a Master’s in Business Analytics from the University of Minnesota and dual degrees (B.Tech and M.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras.