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CONNECT by California MBA
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CONNECT by California MBA episodes
- Connect with Tom Wight, VP Mortgage Banking, KeyBank | Episode 205Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Tom Wight, VP Mortgage Banking, KeyBank.1:42 - I always like to get started with a little background, so tell us how you got into the commercial mortgage business.3:17 - You moved from a mortgage bank, Northmarq, to a depository bank last year. How was the adjustment to being at a depository bank?6:47 - What are the top priorities for KeyBank for the balance of the year?8:21 - You’ve had over a decade in this business now. What advice would you give someone just starting their career in commercial real estate finance?12:10 You are not only a Board member for the California MBA, but also serving as Chair for this year’s Western States CREF Conference. Can you share with our listeners some of the hot topics we’ll be covering this year at the Western States CREF Conference?12:38 - As we mentioned, you’re on our Board and serve in that volunteer capacity, KeyBank is a member of our association. Can you share with our listeners why the company supports the California MBA?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!14 min
- Connect with Michelle Richardson, CMB, AMP, CTP, SVP, Chief Financial Officer, Plaza Home MortgageWelcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Michelle Richardson, CMB, AMP, CTP // SVP, Chief Financial Officer, Plaza Home Mortgage.1:24 - I always like to get started with our journeys to the mortgage industry. Tell us how you got into this business.3:40 - I am so impressed with the number of industry designations you’ve earned, how have those classes supported your career growth?5:03 - We’re still in the midst of a tough cycle for originators. How can a company be competitive in a purchase market like this?5:46 - How does Plaza Home Mortgage set themselves apart from competitors?6:34 - How is California’s Insurance crisis impacting your business?9:06 - What advice would you give a young mortgage professional just starting out?10:26 - Plaza Home Mortgage is a member of the California MBA, for which I’m always grateful. And Mike Fontaine currently sits on our Board of Directors. Can you share with us why Plaza chooses to support our organization?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!12 min
- Connect with Valerie Ausband, SVP, National Field Sales & Strategic Accounts, Arch MI | Episode 203Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Valerie Ausband, SVP, National Field Sales & Strategic Accounts, Arch MI1:29 - I always like to get started with our journeys to the mortgage industry. Tell us how you got into this business.3:08 - You were named Women of Influence by HousingWire in 2017 and 2018. How did you react when you got that news?5:21 - The last 12-15 months have been rough for the mortgage industry. How does Arch MI help lenders in a market such as this?9:36 - What are the top priorities for Arch MI for the balance of this year?10:46 - You have a successful career in this industry, what advice would you give a young mortgage professional just starting out?13:06 - Arch MI is a member of the California MBA, and for the past several years also a President’s Council Sponsor, for which I’m always grateful. Can you share with us why Arch chooses to support our organization?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!16 min
- Connect with Tom Davis, Chief Sales Officer, Deephaven Mortgage | Episode 202Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Tom Davis, Chief Sales Officer, Deephaven Mortgage.1:24 - I always like to get started with a little background, so tell us how you got into the mortgage business.3:54 - Why is Non-QM important in today’s market? What are the opportunities with Non-QM?11:11 - What are the top priorities for Deephaven for the balance of the year?14:33 - Tell me about Deephaven’s delivery options (delegated and non-delegated)?16:34 - Deephaven is a member of the California MBA and a sponsor for our upcoming Western Secondary Market Conference. Can you share with our listeners why the company supports the California MBA?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!19 min
- Connect with Sal Miosi, President and COO, MGIC | Episode 201Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Sal Miosi, President and COO, MGIC.1:49 - I always like to get started with our journeys to the mortgage industry. Tell us how you got into this business.2:40 - It is not common to see someone at one company for as long as you’ve been with MGIC – what a great story. Corporate culture must have had a lot to do with your longevity at the company. Tell us a little about MGIC’s corporate culture5:58 - You recently won the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Alumni Association award for outstanding achievements in technology, operations, marketing and strategy. How did you react when you heard of this recognition?7:42 - MGIC provides a wide range of resources for lenders and borrowers. June was National Homeownership Month – how is MGIC helping to provide access to sustainable homeownership?11:19 - What are the primary areas of focus for MGIC for the balance of 2024?14:22 - MGIC has been a member of the California MBA for years, for which I’m always grateful. Can you share with us why you choose to support our organization?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!17 min
- Connect with Tai Christensen, President, Arrive Home | Episode 200Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Tai Christensen, President, Arrive Home1:32 - Tai welcome, I always like to get started with a little background on my guests. Tell us how you got into the mortgage industry.4:47 - Congratulations on moving to the role of President last year at Arrive Home. What are some of the company’s priorities for the balance of 2024?8:31 - In a state like California, down payment assistant programs are so important to helping people achieve the American dream of homeownership. Do you find that there is still a lack of understanding of all the down payment assistant programs that are available?11:37 - Tai, thank you for serving as Chair for the California MBA’s DE&I Committee, we’re grateful for your leadership. We’re moving to on-demand content to hopefully have a greater reach for our presentations. What can you share with our listeners about the information the DE&I Committee provides?13:41 - Arrive Home is a member of the California MBA and you’re a leader for one of our major committees, can you share why the company chooses to support the California MBA?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!18 min
- Connect with Chris Hilliard, CEO and Founder, Winnow | Episode 199Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Chris Hilliard, CEO and Founder, Winnow1:38 - Chris welcome, I always like to start with a little background, how did you get into the mortgage industry?2:43 - Tell us about starting Winnow Solutions with my good friend Clint Rockwell.5:57 - Chris, thank you for being a sponsor at our recent Mortgage Innovators Conference, we were very pleased with that event overall. Of course, the use of AI was a huge topic. What can you share about Winnow AI?9:23 - You’ve always kept your finger on the pulse of legislative and regulatory updates, what is top of mind for regulators right now?13:20 - You were recently at our Legislative Day serving as one of our Team Leaders for our Capitol visits (thank you so much for your leadership and support!) and the MBA’s National Advocacy Conference. Can you share with our listeners why you prioritize advocacy for our industry?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!18 min
- Connect with Kevin Peranio, Chief Lending Officer, PRMG | Episode 198Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Kevin Peranio, Chief Lending Officer, PRMG1:39 - I always like to get started with our journeys to the mortgage industry. Tell us how you got into this business.3:20 - You’ve had a long history in the mortgage industry, 2023 was a tough year for originators. How can a company be competitive in a purchase market like this?5:58 - You have an incredible following in this industry KP! Including your weekly LinkedIn market update – how did that get started?11:13 - Can you share some of the best highlights from our 2024 Mortgage Innovators Conference?14:13 - California MBA has launched a PR campaign to highlight the impacts of our insurance crisis. How can the industry support our efforts?17:20 - Can you share with us why you and PRMG choose to support our organization?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!22 min
- Connect with Jeff Flory, CMB, AMP, CEO, QC Ally | Episode 197Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Jeff Flory, CMB, AMP, CEO, QC Ally1:26 - Jeff, thank you for being back on Connect – always a pleasure to catch up with you. We’re about halfway through 2024, what’s the word you’re hearing from your clients about how they’re feeling about the balance of the year?6:25 - QC Ally offers a wide range of services for mortgage quality. How are you using AI to provide services to your clients?9:52 - You’ve always kept your finger on the pulse of legislative and regulatory updates, what is top of mind for regulators right now?15:51 - You were recently at our Legislative Day serving as one of our Team Leaders for our Capitol visits (thank you so much for your leadership and support!) and the MBA’s National Advocacy Conference. Can you share with our listeners why you prioritize advocacy for our industry?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!20 min
- Connect with Michael Pearson, SVP Business Development, A&D Mortgage | Episode 196Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Michael Pearson, SVP Business Development, A&D Mortgage1:41 - I always like to get started with a little background, so tell us how you got into the mortgage business.3:05 - How does A&D Technologies help individuals who prefer traditional methods to increase their earnings?5:08 - What steps did A&D Mortgage take to develop something new and beneficial for your partners, like AIM?6:24 - How does your company work on creating long-term partnerships?7:34 - A&D Mortgage is a proud member of the California MBA, but your company head office is based in Florida. Why did you decide to support California MBA through membership?To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!10 min
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Welcome to California MBA's podcast, Connect, our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry.
California MBA serves to represent the residential and commercial real estate finance industry before all governing bodies. The California MBA encourages and promotes sound business practices and honesty in marketing, origination, lending and servicing of mortgage loans through our educational and networking opportunities.