Episode 22: Looking Beyond the Traditional Credit Score

Emerging financier Lendbuzz is using learning algorithms to tap into a population of 45 million potential auto loan customers. Rather than rely on traditional credit scores, Lendbuzz analyzes educational and employment histories of foreign-born U.S. residents in their origin countries, along with their earning potential and cash flow. Three years into the business, Lendbuzz has secured $150 million in debt and equity financing and has since grown originations to exceed $100 million since the company launched. In this episode of The Roadmap, Auto Finance Excellence chats with Amitay Kalmar about the company’s plans for the fresh capital, geographic growth and tech enhancements to propel the startup onto the main stage. Featuring Amitay Kalmar, founder and CEO, Lendbuzz