Cenlar FSB hires new chief data scientist

Industry veteran takes on newly created role

Cenlar FSB hires new chief data scientist

Cenlar FSB has announced the appointment of Michael Biddle to the newly created role of chief data scientist.

Biddle will lead Cenlar's new mortgage information factory, an initiative, which the company explained, will leverage its loan subservcing database and turn that into actionable information and insight for its operations and clients.

Additionally, Biddle will be responsible for procuring and gathering data, establishing processes for converting data to effective reporting and instituting artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. He brings over 20 years of experience in quantitative analysis and research.

"Michael is an incredibly valuable part of the Cenlar team," said Cenlar FSB president and CEO Jim Daras. "His talent and vision for strategically leveraging data will deliver smart, industry-leading business solutions for our clients, their homeowners and our employees."

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"I look forward to working with the team and identifying, collecting, and assessing data to create cutting-edge analytical solutions to create an improved work experience for Cenlar that also delivers the best results for our clients and their homeowners," Biddle said.

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