Ivan Tsekot is a seasoned data science professional with extensive experience in the financial sector. Currently serving as the Data Science Lead and Deputy Chief Data Scientist at credolab since October 2017, Ivan focuses on innovative solutions to improve loan access. Previously, Ivan worked as a Risk Analyst and Scorecard Developer at Moneyveo.ua for a brief period in 2017, and held several positions at Platinum Bank Украина from April 2013 to March 2017, including Deputy Head of Retail Lending Process Division and Lead Analyst of Retail Lending Process Division, contributing to the development of risk-based pricing models and scoring cards. Ivan holds a Master's degree in Finance and Credit from Kyiv National Economics University, obtained in 2014, and a Bachelor's degree in the same field graduated in 2013.