Clutch Named Best Loan Origination Platform in 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Awards

SAN FRANCISCO, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Clutch, the leading digital loan origination platform for credit unions, has been named Best Loan Origination Platform in the 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights Clutch's innovative approach to modernizing the loan origination experience for credit unions.

Setting a New Standard in Digital Lending
The FinTech Breakthrough Awards celebrate the top companies and technologies driving financial services innovation. Legacy banking systems have struggled to keep pace with credit unions' need for seamless, member-first digital experiences. Clutch stood out in a competitive field with its frictionless, automated lending platform that enhances member experiences, improves efficiency, and drives revenue growth.

"Clutch's platform eliminates common pain points in consumer lending, replacing cumbersome, manual processes by enabling pre-filled applications, automated workflows, real-time approvals, and cross-sell offers. Clutch ensures members can access the financial products they need faster, without the inefficiencies that typically slow down credit unions" said Tamanna Kottwani, Clutch's Head of Product.

"Credit unions have historically been forced to rely on fragmented systems that create friction for both members and staff," said Nicky Hinrichsen, CEO and Co-founder. "Clutch turns credit unions into FinTechs by removing barriers and delivering the simplicity and efficiency that drive growth, improve conversions, reduce fraud, and accelerate loan funding. Winning the FinTech Breakthrough Award validates our mission and underscores our impact."

Powering Efficiency, Growth, and Engagement
Clutch eliminates common lending pain points with key innovations including:

• Loan Recapture – Identifies refinancing opportunities and presents personalized offers.
• Pre-Fill Functionality – Reduces friction by using existing data for faster applications.
• Auto Loan Automation – Instantly retrieves payoff details and title records.
• Re-Engagement Automation – Nudges applicants to complete abandoned applications.
• Instant Decisioning & Fraud Prevention – Automates compliance and fraud detection.

The Future of Digital Lending
Beyond solving today's challenges, Clutch is shaping the future of lending with:

• AI-Powered Lending Assistants – Providing real-time applicant support.
• Proactive Origination – Delivering pre-approved offers at the right time.
• Decision Intelligence – Expanding data use for automated approvals.
• Omnichannel Engagement – Ensuring seamless communication across digital and in-person channels.

About Clutch
Clutch is redefining consumer banking origination, delivering a digital-first lending and account opening experience that empowers credit unions to deepen relationships, streamline operations, and increase revenue. By combining automation, and best-in-class member engagement, Clutch helps financial institutions compete in an era of digital transformation. To learn more, visit withclutch.com.

Source: fintechbreakthrough.com

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