Company Research Report: LendingFront, Inc.
Company Overview
- Name: LendingFront, Inc.
- Mission: To make extending capital to businesses more efficient and enhance small business banking through technology.
- Founded: No information is available regarding the exact founding date.
- Founders:
- Jorge Sun (CEO & Co-Founder)
- Background: Founding team member and Chief Credit Officer for OnDeck and previously Head of Small Business Credit at Capital One Bank.
- Dario Vergara (CTO & Co-Founder)
- Background: Former SVP of technology for OnDeck and VP of Technology for Bonobos.
- Key People:
- David McGowan, Vice President of Finance
- Lindsey Sorenson, Vice President Customer Success
- Patric Caya, Vice President of Business Development & Partnerships
- John Cuervo, Lead Product Manager
- Jonathan Vallejo, Director of Engineering
- Headquartered: 500 7th Ave Suite 14A114, New York, NY 10018
- Number of Employees: No information is available.
- Revenue: No information is available.
- Known For: Developing a cloud-based, white-labeled technology platform for efficient and risk-reducing small business lending.
Products
Merchant Platform Lending
- Description: A system that taps into merchant customer's real-time cash flow data, allowing for pre-approved loan offers based on specific credit policies.
- Key Features:
- Built-in KYB/KYC processes.
- Simplified digital contract processing delivers capital in under 24 hours.
Consumer Loans
- Description: A seamless, all-digital lending process aimed at small, unsecured consumer loans.
- Key Features:
- Integrations with major credit bureaus.
- Robust KYC and anti-fraud protections.
Term, Lines of Credit & Cash Advances
- Description: Similar to the Merchant Platform Lending product, it leverages real-time data to pre-approve loan offers.
- Key Features:
- Capital delivery within 24 hours.
- Digital infrastructure supporting entire lending processes.
Recent Developments
- New Products: LendingFront launched its technology platform on Salesforce AppExchange.
- Partnerships: Entered into a partnership with FilmHedge to facilitate lending for independent film and TV production.
- Media Coverage:
- Podcast: LendingFront CEO Jorge Sun featured in Episode 140.
- Media Q&A with CEO Jorge Sun, discussing post-pandemic creditworthiness.
- Press Releases:
- Announced strong business momentum heading into 2021.
- The partnership and technology platform launch were highlighted in various releases.
Industry Recognition
- Awards and Accolades: Described as “the most advanced, flexible, and comprehensive offering in the market today.”
Leadership Insight
- CEO Insight: Jorge Sun participated in public discourses, sharing valuable insight into small business lending and industry trends.
Strategic Focus
- End-to-End Capabilities: Unique in including a built-in servicing engine within lending platforms.
- Cloud-Based, Fully Managed Infrastructure: Offers rapid deployment and in-year ROI, supported by real-time updates and maintenance.
Contact Information
- General Inquiries: info@lendingfront.com
- Sales Inquiries: sales@lendingfront.com
- Customer Service: support@lendingfront.com
- Careers: careers@lendingfront.com
Conclusion
LendingFront positions itself at the forefront of digital transformation in small business lending, striving for efficiency, speed, and innovation through its cutting-edge technology platforms and strategic partnerships.