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From Denver to Boston, LA to Austin, today we gathered as a team to celebrate Q2 with, per usual, a whole lot of Zest fun! Each time we come together you can feel the Zest Heart radiate. Exciting updates were shared from our leadership team and we shined the spotlight on our fellow Zesty's who exude our mission and core values! #Heart #Community #Culture #CompanyCulture #GreatPlaceToWork #DreamTeam #FinTech #FairLending #FinancialInclusion #Inclusivity

I’m so proud to share this piece, which I teamed up with my incredible partner in life and purpose Tynesha McHarris ?? and Fortune. Collaborating on something as deeply important as advancing equity and justice has been a reminder of how meaningful it is to align our personal and professional worlds. This article reflects not just the challenges we face in today’s climate but also the boundless hope we share for a better future. It’s a call to action and a reminder that even amidst setbacks, community and resilience can guide us forward. I hope this piece inspires you to hold onto hope, lean on your communities, and continue pushing for progress. The work may not always be easy, but when shared with others, it’s deeply rewarding, which is why I love the work we do at Zest AI. Take a moment to read, reflect, and join the conversation. ?? Let’s keep building a world that’s inclusive, just, and affirming for everyone. https://lnkd.in/gnfuFRVw #Equity #SocialJustice #DiversityAndInclusion #ProgressNotPerfection #KeepPushing #StrongerTogether #WorkAndLove #PurposeDriven #LifeAndWorkBalance

It’s coming… the biggest distraction and reason to put things off-–the end of the year. Much like resolutions, we know that putting off critical things like budget audits, strategic planning, industry and initiative research, and self-development can cause regret down the line. For your own career goals and setting up your organization’s success, there are ways to harness technology and AI to stay focused, proactive, and most importantly, not overwhelmed. In this fun read from Zest AI's Aaron Long, he shares his 5 essential tips for harnessing technology and AI to boost work focus. https://lnkd.in/gVv3Fcgn #AI #Culture #Heart #FinTech #GreatPlaceToWork #ThoughtLeadership #TechTips #Technology #Mindfulness

Team Zest is excited to share we have been named a 2024 Technology Fast 500 Winner by Deloitte! ?? This award recognizes innovative companies across the technology, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech sectors, who are transforming how each of us live, work, and play. Read more about this exciting honor and dive into the list here: https://lnkd.in/ev8PTq8 #FinTech #Fast500 #Innovation #Technology #AI #Lending

Top 100 Companies in FinTech ?? Join us in celebrating the next 10 companies featured in our esteemed 2024 Top 100 Companies in FinTech list. These companies are making a substantial impact on our world, influencing both our present and future. 91: Marqeta (CEO: Simon Khalaf) 92: Flywire (CEO: Mike Massaro) 93: bunq (CEO: Ali Niknam) 94: Nium (CEO: Prajit Nanu) 95: Kabbage from American Express (CEO: Rob Frohwein) 96: MX (CEO: Ryan Caldwell) 97: Zest AI (CEO: Mike de Vere) 98: Swift (CEO: Javier Perez-Tasso) 99: Banking Circle (CEO: Anders la Cour) 100: TerraPay (CEO: Ambar Sur) Take a look back at the full list here: https://bit.ly/3Unfu39 In association with SAP, PayTabs Global & Intelygenz If you’d like to hear more from industry leaders and leading companies, follow our FinTech LIVE events page to stay in the loop on all our virtual and in-person events coming up in 2025! #Top100 #FinTech #Innovation #Finance

Ben Affleck said it well in his discussion with CNBC, “AI is a craftsman at best…it’s cross pollinating things that already exist…Craftsmanship is knowing how to work, art is knowing when to stop.” Knowing when to stop means having a taste for a finished product, service, or idea––something that requires the human eye. What I love about AI is its incredible ability to reduce costs, lower barriers to entry, and, most importantly, allow for more voices to be heard. But to Affleck’s point, AI doesn’t have taste. At Zest AI, we are committed to creating a thriving lending ecosystem. Our AI technology allows banks and credit unions of all sizes to compete with much larger financial institutions giving more Americans access to credit and impacting their communities.? So when people ask me if AI is going to replace humans. The answer is always, absolutely not.

At Zest AI, we like to say, “the key is more data and better math.” AI can do incredible things, but it can be even stronger when used with intention and understanding. Read more in 'mythbusting common AI misconceptions in the credit union industry', where team Zest uncovers some of the common misconceptions about AI, and what it really means for your credit union today. https://lnkd.in/gcSPaffT #AI #GenAI #FinTech #CreditUnions #Lending

The #CCUA, led by President/CEO Ronald McLean, recently hosted the Annual Fall CEO Roundtable in Waltham, MA! Credit union leaders came together for impactful discussions on smarter #lending and elevating #memberexperiences. ? Highlights included expert insights from Mike de Vere of Zest AI on inclusive lending through #AI, Dr. Jessica Gamache, PhD of Filene Research Institute on credit union trends, and Mark Sievewright of Sievewright & Associates, an SRM Company leading a CEO dialogue on member-focused strategies. ? ?? Check out event photos: https://lnkd.in/e_qwUHYs ?? Save the date for the next CEO Roundtable on May 21, 2025! ? #coopdifference #membershipmatters #partnershipmatters #industryinsights #ceoleadership

What's one solution to solve banking's customer experience and profitability issue...? Lending automation Why? Using Zest AI, FIs can instant decision up to 80% of consumer loan applications Better customer experience ? Boost operational efficiency ? #AI #Lending #Automation #Fintech #ZestAI

As a Community Development Financial Institution, Empower Federal Credit Union needed a better way to serve underserved communities. Using more data and better math with Zest AI’s technology, Empower can get a fuller, clearer picture of each member and make more impactful lending decisions. Hear more from Neekia McCoy, Chief Lending Officer, on how Empower FCU is revitalizing neighborhoods with #AI. Neekia discusses inclusive lending with Zest, including AI-powered home equity underwriting to help rebuild neighborhoods and revitalize communities. #CreditUnions #Community #Underwriting #Lending #LendingTech #MachineLearning #FinTech #FinancialInclusion #FairLending #CDFI