Jakub Jurek Joins Varo Bank as Chief Data Officer News provided by Share this article
Varo Bank, the first all-digital nationally chartered bank in the US, today announced that it has named Jakub Jurek as Chief Data Officer. Dr. Jurek brings over 18 years of data expertise both in academia and at a number of disruptive fintechs including Figure Technologies and Wealthfront. Under Dr. Jurek's leadership, Varo will accelerate its data-product vision that leverages Varo's modern banking platform to design personalized experiences, develop insight-driven products for Varo customers, and support Varo's dynamic risk management capabilities. (PRNewsfoto/Varo Bank) "Banking represents the foundation of everyone's financial life, and having a national bank charter puts Varo in a unique position to re-imagine this foundation," Jurek said. "I am delighted to be joining Varo's stellar leadership team, and look forward to propelling the next phase of Varo's growth."