“This is an important milestone for LendUp because it proves the viability and sustainability of the market opportunity for socially responsible lending,” said Sasha Orloff, LendUp CEO and co-founder. “I’m proud that our business growth and customer loyalty, combined with the continued confidence of our investors, proves that we’re well-positioned to help borrowers improve their financial health and lead better lives. We look forward to continuing to build upon our success.” LendUp’s mission is to provide anyone with a path to better financial health. The company offers technology-enabled loans and credit cards supported by embedded financial education and a focus on improving credit. LendUp has saved borrowers more than $55 million in interest and fees in 2016, up from $16 million in 2015, and its free credit education videos have been viewed more than 1.2 million times.

https://www.lendup.com/press-releases/3-2-2017