Rich is passionate about helping the modern lender stay
competitive in today’s ever- changing environment. With more than 40 years
devoted to credit risk management in consumer lending, Rich leverages his
experience to collaborate on GDS Link’s business development, product
evolution, credit consulting and strategic partnerships.
The Lending Link features some of the most engaging specialty lending leaders, innovators, and experts from a cross-section of FinTech, Banking, and Credit Union industries. If you are interested in becoming a guest on the show, please submit the following information; bio, headshot, industry, and interested topic to The LendingLink@GDSLink.com.
The Lending Link Powered by GDS Link is a podcast hosted by Rich Alterman and designed for the modern-day lender. Each episode deeply delves into innovation within the financial services industry and transformation efforts, including AI / ML integration, Modeling, Risk Management Tactics, and redefining Customer Experiences.
We have a wide range of guests from various lending institutions and diverse organizations who talk about strategies, technology, and everything in between.
On this episode of The Lending Link, host Rich Alterman sits down with Agus Sudjianto, Senior Vice President of Risk and Technology at h2o.ai, for a candid conversation about the evolution of AI and machine learning in finance. Agus discusses his mission to make advanced AI tools, like generative AI, accessible to more people—especially in high-stakes sectors like finance. He breaks down why it’s crucial for financial institutions to use machine learning models that are not only powerful but also transparent and easy to explain.
With decades of experience, Agus reflects on the lessons he’s learned from financial crises, including the 2008 crash and the COVID-19 pandemic, and how these experiences have shaped his approach to credit risk management. He also highlights the growing role of alternative data in smarter credit decisions and talks about the importance of rigorously testing AI models before they’re put to use.
Tune in for a compelling conversation on the future of AI in finance, the lessons learned from past crises, and how to prepare for the challenges ahead.
