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About  Collection Intelligence

Where Compliance, Collections, and Credibility Converge.

Collection Intelligence (Ci) was founded to meet a growing need in the receivables industry: clear, practical guidance at the intersection of operations, regulation, compliance and litigation. From high-stakes legal matters to day-to-day compliance oversight, our consulting firm delivers tailored strategies backed by decades of experience and trusted by some of the industry’s most prominent organizations.

Whether we’re advising a law firm on expert witness preparation or helping a national creditor overhaul its compliance program, Ci serves as a strategic partner equipped with deep institutional knowledge and a relentless commitment to integrity.

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Our Philosophy

No Two Recovery Challenges Are Alike. Neither Are Our Solutions.
About our Philosophy

At Ci, we reject one-size-fits-all consulting. Every client engagement begins with a deep understanding of your goals, risks, and operational landscape. We believe compliance should empower—not hinder—collections performance. Our advisory model blends strategic planning, operational expertise, and regulatory insight to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Our Founder: Mark Cavin

45+ Years of Experience. From Boardrooms to Courtrooms.

Mark Cavin brings unmatched experience to every client relationship. His background includes senior executive roles at leading financial institutions and debt buyers, as well as regulatory leadership at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), where he served as a Senior Policy Fellow advising on federal debt collection policy.

Mark’s work spans:

  • Consumer, commercial, student loan, and medical debt recovery
  • Litigation support and expert witness testimony
  • Regulatory compliance program design and audit
  • Third-party oversight and vendor strategy
  • Nearshore and offshore servicing operations
  • Mark has built BPO Call Centers and Collection Networks in the U.S., India, South America and Canada
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He is a trusted speaker at national and international industry conferences and holds advanced training in asset management from the Pacific Coast Banking School at the University of Washington.

When he’s not helping organizations navigate regulatory complexity, Mark remains committed to community service, family, and mentoring the next generation of leaders in finance and compliance.

Our Clients

We Serve Those at the Center of Collections Compliance.
About our Clients

Our clients include:

  • Financial institutions and creditors
  • Debt buyers and collection agencies
  • Law firms and litigation teams
  • Healthcare and education systems
  • Fintechs and regulatory bodies
  • Student Loans

Whether you need a regulatory expert witness or a strategic advisor to revamp your collections process, Ci delivers actionable solutions tailored to your environment.

Our Reputation

Trusted. Discreet. Effective.

Ci is known for its professionalism, discretion, and results-driven approach. Clients count on us not just for what we know—but for how we deliver it: with clarity, confidence, and a deep respect for the sensitive nature of collections work.

Our reputation is built on long-standing partnerships, consistent performance, and unwavering ethical standards. We understand that trust isn’t given—it’s earned—through responsiveness, reliability, and a relentless focus on doing what’s right.

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Ready to Build Smarter, More Compliant Operations?

Let us show you how our expert insight, regulatory fluency, and litigation support can elevate your approach to collections. Connect with Ci to learn how we can help you turn regulatory complexity into strategic advantage.