Defynance
Financial ServicesGeorgia, United States2-10 Employees
Defynance is a financial services company based in Atlanta, Georgia. It offers refinancing of existing student loans through a smart income share agreement, a debt-free structure that ties repayments to income, avoids compounding interest, and can include a cash return. Its primary customers are borrowers seeking an alternative to traditional loan terms and a clearer path to manageable debt. The company operates in the fintech landscape and positions its ISA-based refinancing as a way to reframe how student debt is repaid, potentially expanding access to more affordable options. Defynance is a Techstars portfolio company, reflecting its connection to a broader startup ecosystem.