Harshita Cherukuri — Barclays Services LLC. - Assistant Vice President, Collections Strategy

I am Harshita Cherukuri, an accomplished data analyst and strategist with extensive experience in the financial and technology sectors. I hold a Master’s degree in Information Technology Management from the University of Texas at Dallas, where I graduated with a GPA of 3.86 and received the Dean’s Excellence Scholarship for continuing students. I also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Warangal, India, with a GPA of 3.8.

In my current role as Assistant Vice President of Collections Strategy at Barclays Services LLC in Dallas, I have led transformative initiatives to optimize collections strategies. I successfully relaunched text messaging for collections after a 13-year hiatus, integrating external data sources to enhance credit strategies and achieving $40 million in impairment savings. My expertise in predictive modeling and data visualization has been pivotal in formulating and managing comprehensive Management Information (MI) reports and refining credit and operational strategies.

Previously, as a Senior Associate at JP Morgan Chase & Co., I developed and implemented strategies, models, and behavior scorecards for home lending portfolios exceeding $800 billion. My innovative use of machine learning for digital segmentation and risk management contributed to significant operational cost savings and reductions in delinquency rates.

My career began at Amazon in Hyderabad, where I served as an Operations Manager. I improved salability metrics dramatically, saving $1.4 million, and successfully managed high-throughput operations during peak seasons.

My technical skills span SQL, SAS, HTML, AWS, Python, and R, along with proficiency in data analysis tools like Tableau, Alteryx, and MS Excel. I have a strong background in statistical analysis, data modeling, and creating impactful business visualizations.

I am committed to leveraging my analytical expertise and strategic thinking to drive business improvements and innovations. My work has consistently demonstrated my ability to deliver significant financial savings and operational efficiencies, making me a valuable asset to any organization.