In the fast-paced world of financial data and analytics, innovation is key to success. Recently, we had the privilege of sitting down with two trailblazing individuals who are making waves in the realm of small business lending and merchant cash advances. Jamie Parker, the co-founder of Here on Data, and Steve Iskander, the founder of Intrepid Finance, joined forces to explore how financial data is reshaping the landscape of small business lending. In this exclusive interview, we uncover the story behind Here on Data’s success and gain valuable insights into thriving in the data-driven business landscape.
Meet Jamie Parker
Jamie Parker is the co-founder of Here on Data, a company that’s on a mission to help small businesses gain fair access to credit quickly and painlessly. With a passion for innovation, Jamie has played a pivotal role in creating a new standard for understanding businesses through financial data. His journey from the early days of Here on Data to its current standing in the industry is nothing short of inspiring.
Unlocking the Power of Financial Data
During the interview, Jamie Parker sheds light on the mission that drives Here on Data: helping small businesses access credit at fair rates quickly and seamlessly. With a background in fintech and a deep understanding of bank data, Jamie and his team have developed innovative solutions that leverage financial data analytics to make credit more accessible.
The Birth of Here on Data
Jamie, along with his co-founders, Dom and Johannes, embarked on their journey in early 2020, just before the global pandemic struck. Their collective experiences in fintech and firsthand encounters with the challenges of accessing credit formed the foundation of Here on Data. The team’s goal was clear: to expand access to credit on fair terms, and they believed that bank data was the key.
Small Business Lending Redefined
As the interview unfolds, Jamie discusses the evolution of Here on Data from its initial focus on consumers to its current role as a trusted partner to over 130 B2B lenders, primarily in the US. The company’s commitment to helping lenders enhance their underwriting processes is transforming the way small businesses access credit.
Stay tuned for more interviews and discussions that delve deep into the dynamic intersection of finance and technology. Together, we can explore new possibilities and drive innovation in the world of finance.
