Hi, I’m Pranathi!
I am a finance and computing enthusiast, currently pursuing my degree at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Passionate about the intersection of data analytics and strategic finance, I thrive on solving complex challenges with creativity and precision. With experience spanning private equity, product management, strategy, and risk management, I bring a dynamic, analytical approach to financial decision-making. As a self-starter, I am committed to leveraging technology and financial insights to drive meaningful impact and innovation in the industry.
Current Work
Quantum Computing Researcher | Georgia Tech
Exploring how quantum algorithms can improve financial modeling, particularly in option pricing and risk management. Built a quantum-enhanced Monte Carlo simulation that cut computation time for complex risk assessments by 50%, making analysis faster and more efficient. Co-authored a research paper on quantum-secure financial transactions, which has been cited in 10+ academic studies, contributing to advancements in financial security and encryption.
Previous Work
Product Manager | Airwallex (Sequoia-backed, $5.5B Valuation)
Worked in a cross-functional team to execute an API integration, reducing ad spend by $300K. Defined product success metrics, wrote PRDs, and prioritized trade-offs for three key features. Identified user pain points that drove $160K in transactions within two weeks of launching the Payment Link product.
Credit Risk & Fraud | American Express
Developed predictive fraud detection models, reducing false positives by 25% and improving detection accuracy. Enhanced credit risk assessment workflows, cutting manual review time by 30% and increasing approval efficiency. Supported the integration of automated risk solutions, enabling real-time fraud monitoring at scale and strengthening AmEx’s financial security across millions of transactions.
Strategy & Research | EarnIn
Developed risk prioritization frameworks that reduced financial exposure by 15% and optimized capital allocation across $100M+ in transactions. Conducted market research and risk analysis on 500K+ user data points, identifying key vulnerabilities that improved underwriting efficiency by 20%. Designed data-driven risk maps, enabling senior leadership to mitigate high-priority risks 30% faster and strengthen financial stability.
Credit Research | S&P Global
Conducted credit analysis on 20+ investment-grade corporate issuers, evaluating $10B+ in outstanding debt securities to assess risk and market positioning. Produced industry research reports on macroeconomic trends and interest rate movements, providing insights that supported investment decision-making.
Data Science & Analytics | Splash BI
Developed predictive models to enhance forecasting accuracy, enabling more data-driven financial planning. Designed Power BI dashboards that transformed complex datasets into intuitive insights, streamlining financial reporting for executives. Built customer behavior models that provided deeper insights into retention trends, shaping strategic decision-making and optimizing growth initiatives.
Re:treat (link)| Mental Health Startup | Founder
Led a team of 6 to provide mental health support for students, aquired 500+ users with 100+ weekly active users
Get in Touch
pranathigoli2@gmail.com
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