COSTA MESA, Calif. – Experian announced that Jennifer Schulz has joined the organization as group president of its vertical markets group, which includes the automotive, public sector and healthcare businesses in North America. 
“Experian is focused on building on the many opportunities that reside within our vertical markets businesses. We believe Jennifer’s extensive financial services background will prove to be a significant asset as we continue to expand in these areas,” said Victor Nichols, CEO of Experian North America. “We are pleased to have her join the team and excited about the strategic thinking, leadership and deep industry knowledge that she brings to the company.”
In her new role, Schulz will focus on growing and expanding Experian’s vertical markets in North America. Over the past several years, Experian has made significant investments into key vertical markets, experiencing growth organically and through acquisitions.
Prior to joining Experian, Schulz served as senior vice president of global product strategy, innovations and eCommerce for Visa Inc. In that role, she was responsible for the strategic direction and management of Visa’s global eCommerce business and for driving Visa’s product innovation strategy. Schulz and her team led key initiatives and businesses, including V.me (Visa’s Digital Wallet), PlaySpan and the Visa Developer Center.
Schulz earned her bachelor of arts in public relations from the University of Wisconsin and her MBA from the University of Michigan-Ross School of Business.
