Doug Lebda, Founder of LendingTree

About Doug Lebda

Douglas Lebda was an American financial services executive who founded LendingTree and served as its CEO and Chairman. He built LendingTree into an online platform for comparison shopping financial products. Lebda was recognized as a leader in fintech prior to his death in October 2025.

Doug Lebda at a glance

• Company: LendingTree
• Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

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