Brian is President and COO at FinLocker, a certified mortgage banker, and a financial data platform expert with over 28 years of executive experience in mortgage banking. He has a proven track record of leading and growing successful businesses, driving innovation and transformation, and delivering value to customers and stakeholders.

At FinLocker, he oversees the strategy, operations, and product development of the consumer-enabled financial data platform that streamlines the origination and underwriting processes for mortgages and other financial products. He is the co-author of the book Rethink Everything: You “Know” About Being a Next Gen Loan Officer. He also hosts Fintech Fridays, a podcast that showcases the latest trends and solutions in the financial services industry. His mission is to empower lenders with digital financial tools that attract, engage, and retain customers, while improving the consumer's financial well-being.

In this episode Jason and Brian discuss:

• Transforming the Mortgage Industry for Next-Gen Homebuyers
• Collaborating for Growth and Success
• Relationships in the Mortgage Industry
• Empowering Homebuyers with Digital Financial Tools
• From Illiteracy to Inspirational Impact

Key Takeaways: 

• Acknowledge the significance of showcasing lesser-known individuals to foster their network and business through collaboration and community support
• Explore Brian’s journey in the mortgage industry and the creation of a book to help lenders and loan officers rethink their approach to serving the next generation of homebuyers
• Recognize the benefits of collaboration among competitors in the mortgage industry to elevate individual brands and the industry as a whole
• Discover the importance of relationships in the mortgage industry and how they shape careers
• Learn about Finlocker's digital tools that help first-time homebuyers prepare financially for homeownership by aligning technology with loan officers' expertise

“We are arguably in one of the darkest times in the mortgage and housing finance business. And it's never been harder for lenders and their loan officers. We need to rethink everything about what it means to serve. Our primary focus is addressing what we believe is the biggest challenge: effectively impacting the next generation of homebuyers. ”

 - Brian Vieaux

Connect with Brian Vieaux:

Website: http://www.finlocker.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianvieauxcmb/ 

Brian’s BOOK: Rethink Everything You Know About Being A "Next Gen" Loan Officer

Connect with Steve and Jason:

LinkedIn: Jason or Steve

Website: Rewire, Inc.: Transformed Thinking 

Email: [email protected]

Show notes by: Angelo Paul Tagama

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