Fintech Hunting

Fintech Hunting

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Fintech Hunting episodes

  • Fintech Hunting Episode #80 with the incredibly insightful Brian Vieaux, CMB President & COO FinLocker

    JUST RELEASED- Join us for this incredibly insightful episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast where we discuss the current state of the mortgage industry, the importance of financial well being, technologies role in assisting with that well being, what's new at FinLocker, Innovation, Lending priorities and a new Fintech Podcast with the amazing Brian Vieaux, CMB President & COO at FinLocker.

    Brian shares his wealth of knowledge and experience from working on the lender side of the business and the transition to the vendor side of the business.  Don't miss his insights and expertise as he shares his years of experience in the mortgage space and the trends he is seeing in today's market.

    FinLocker is a consumer-enabled financial data platform that gives lenders access to critical borrower information via a trusted 3rd party that can be used to streamline the origination and underwriting processes for mortgages and other financial products. It reduces costs, time, and risks for all participants in the loan life-cycle, while expediting the data collection, verification, and analytics processes.

    30 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #79 with the amazing Josh Friend, CEO Insellerate

    DON'T MISS this powerful and timely episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast where we discuss getting started in the mortgage industry, the shift to the purchase market, the evolution of the CRM in the mortgage industry, lessons learned from consumer direct lending, how to create customers for life, the importance of lead management, sales enablement, engagement, mortgage specific content library and data intelligence in delivering a truly memorable experience and so much more with the amazing Josh Friend, CEO Insellerate.

    Josh is a seasoned entrepreneur whose impact on the mortgage industry at large is unmistakable from his early days to working at a mortgage company, to rising up the ranks, to running a mortgage company; he has helped thousands of people realize the dream of homeownership, has personally trained 1,000's of loan officers that are directly impacting hundreds of thousands of borrowers if not millions over his 21-year career. Josh now dedicates himself solely to helping other lenders be more successful through better borrower engagement. He is transforming the borrower and LO experience with his leading technology company Insellerate which enables lenders to achieve higher revenue goals while creating customers for life.

    In addition, Friend is viewed as a thought leader within the mortgage and technology space and has been published numerous times in leading real estate finance publications such as Housing Wire, Tomorrow's Mortgage Executive, National Mortgage News, National Mortgage Professional, and Today's Lending Insight. He is also a recognized speaker who regularly presents at national and state mortgage association conferences. He has been a featured presenter at Lead Generation World, HW ENGAGE Marketing, CMBA Innovators Conference, Rob Chrisman Market Updates, Fintech Hunting Podcast, and the Lend, Laugh, and Eat Podcast, to name a few.

    26 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #78 with industry insider Ski Swiatkowski

    Join us for this newly released episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast where we discuss our guests entry into the mortgage industry, his incredible insights, state of the industry, importance of leadership as we pivot to a purchase market, how companies can benefit from coaching, the release of the book "Create The Change You Want to See", helping the feed the hungry and so much more with the amazing Ski Swiatkowski, author, speaker, mortgage industry insider and performance improvement and leadership strategist.

    The main thing you need to know about Ski is, he loves working with people. He especially enjoys helping them learn, grow and succeed. Perhaps that’s why he has enjoyed coaching high school lacrosse (he loves that game) and speaking to industry professionals around the country.


    He carries this service philosophy into the business world and his relationships there. With a passion for personal and business growth and leadership development, you might say that he is an evangelist whose message is about discovering one’s God-given greatness and tapping into it. Working in the areas of strategy, performance improvement and especially Leadership, he aspires to bring that message to each relationship he forms. 


    To him, success in business and life is related to these 5 things:
    • A strong vision and strategic plan to achieve that vision
    • The right processes/ systems and tools to execute that plan (habits)
    • The right people or organizations to partner with or get support from
    • Great communication with your partners along the way
    • Giving back to the world in some manner

    30 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #77 with special guest Jim Hemmer Chief Executive Officer at CreditXpert

    Just Us for this new episode of the Fintech Hunting podcast where we discuss why our guest chose CreditXpert, how lenders can help prepare consumers so that they are credit ready, the importance of mission, how lenders can reduce 20% fall out from their pipelines, the role of process automation & AI, impact of low inventory, industry trends and so much more with special guest Jim Hemmer Chief Executive Officer at CreditXpert. 

    Jim is a high tech industry leader with track record in creating successful companies at all stages of development from start-up to Fortune 500, growing them globally to become major players in their sectors. Extensive general management/P&L experience and leading product management, product development, operations, direct and indirect sales and delivery organizations at best in class companies and in emerging markets. International experience having lived and worked abroad and leading numerous international operations.

    27 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #76 with special guest Patrick O'Brien, Founder & CEO of LenderLogix

    Just Released- You don't want to miss this new episode of the Fintech Hunting podcast where we discuss how our guest go into the mortgage industry, his transition to the tech side of the business, leveraging data & analytics to build better realtor relationships, 5 star service, digital-qualification and so much more with special guest Patrick O'Brien, Founder & CEO of LenderLogix.

    He uses the expertise he has gained as a career mortgage banker to oversee and lead the development of the LenderLogix suite of software products. LenderLogix leverages data and analytics help mortgage bankers identify and win relationships with real estate agents in the markets they serve. Visit www.lenderlogix.com

    27 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #75 with the incredible Ashley Gravano, VP Product Solutions at Mortgage Cadence

    Don't miss this New Episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast where we discuss current mortgage market conditions, top tech priorities for lenders, the importance of collaboration, Live vs. Digital conferences and so much more with the engaging and insightful Ashley Gravano, VP of Product Solutions at Mortgage Cadence.

    She is an industry insider, highly skilled networker, a coffee Aficionado, and corporate SAWG guru.

    Ashley is a results-driven and detail-oriented sales professional offering proven sales success. An experienced and skilled professional in multiple areas whose leadership, energy and high motivation serve as an example to others. Excellent networking, issue escalation/resolution and interpersonal communication skills.

    25 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #74 with the amazing Jeri Yoshida Co-Founder, NEXT Mortgage Events

    DON'T MISS THIS NEW EPISODE- of the Fintech Hunting Podcast where we discuss the industry's first and only mortgage technology summit for women executives, how events have changed since COVID, how to deliver a truly remarkable customer experience, leaning into digital, the advantages of digital and expanding outreach & impact, market intel and so much more with the amazing Jeri Yoshida, Co-Founder of NEXT Mortgage Events.

    She is co-founder of the industry's first and only mortgage technology summit for women executives. Each year, NEXT Mortgage Events brings together hundreds of C-suite and high ranking mortgage lending executives to exchange intel and learn what's 'NEXT' in industry technology.


    Since their first event in January 2018, she is proud to say that they've helped forge hundreds of new business relationships that have resulted in millions of dollars in technology sales, salary increases and career advances.  

    Her background includes over 15 years of mortgage industry experience, most of which has been in public relations for mortgage lenders and their B2B product and service providers. In the past decade alone, she has helped dozens of companies achieve the visibility, image and reach that enabled them to achieve tangible goals, some of which include: Optimized EBITDA, increased market share, expanded customer bases, IPO, outside investment and acquisition.

    When she is not bringing top executives together or finding ways to provide them with intel that gives them a competitive advantage, you'll likely find her traveling in Europe, playing with her dog, watching local theatre or in a kitchen ruining a perfectly good recipe.

    31 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #73 with special guest Jim Morin, Executive Vice President at Norcom Mortgage & President of the Connecticut Mortgage Bankers Association

    Just Released-  this insightful and timely episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast where we discuss industry updates and trends, top tech priorities for 2021, COVID's impact on lending, upcoming industry conferences and so much more with industry expert, self professed Tech Nerd, Jim Morin Executive Vice President at Norcom Mortgage & President of the Connecticut Mortgage Bankers Association.

    At Norcom Mortgage, their mission to provide lending solutions that are tailored to meet otheir clients' needs through a clear, fair, and best-in-class client experience is made possible through their core values of service, respect, and communication. The result is superior business that stands out above the crowd.


    They believe every client deserves premium service, and they go above and beyond so their clients have the best experience possible. Their team is composed of experts at all levels who work efficiently and effectively to achieve results and make their clients feel supported and confident through the entire process.

    CONNECTICUT MORTGAGE BANKERS ASSOCIATION INC
    The CMBA is a non-profit association formed in 1984. Our membership of 700 individuals and 150 organizations supports Connecticut communities by opening doors for literally thousands of homeowners each year.

    28 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #72 with the amazing Raquel Borras, Chief Excitement Officer, True To You Branding

    Don't Miss this powerful and insightful episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast where we discuss the biggest things holding people back from embracing social selling, trends in social outreach in 2021, equipment and tools of the trade, the importance of putting yourself out there in a genuine way, reaching the next generation and providing them with a voice and so much more with the absolutely amazing Raquel Borras, Chief Excitement Officer, True To You Branding.

    Raquel is the Queen of Goofiness ⛵️Raq the Boat YouTube Channel 📺 🦩Personal Branding Strategist 🧠 Mental Health Advocate 🎨 Artist and dear friend.  She is the Chief Excitement Officer of True To You Branding. Her passion is to help you bring to life a personal brand that is “true to you”! Her expertise in social media and branding started with LinkedIn, where she studied other social media moguls and influencers. Because of her love for people and talent for audience engagement, her social media presence continues to increase very quickly. She believes that bringing valuable content, authenticity and vulnerability to your social media is the key to gaining a strong following and presence💡


    👉🏼 She suffered from Clinical Depression and attempted suicide as a teenager. Because of that experience, she is now a huge Mental Health Advocate and have spoken on dozens of Podcasts about overcoming depression and being able to now thrive!💥

    👉🏼 She recently started her own YouTube Channel called 'Raq the Boat' where she has candid conversations with kids of all ages! The goal is to empower these kids and have them walk away feeling special, worthy, seen and most importantly...........heard!❤️

    28 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #71 with the incredible Lisa Schreiber, President LSK Consultants

    JUST RELEASED- A candid and insightful episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast where we discuss operational process design in the mortgage industry, bottlenecks in the manufacturing of a loan, top tech initiatives in 2021, the importance of delivering a great customer experience and so much more with the incredible Lisa Schreiber, President LSK Consultants.

    The value she brings to an organization in the mortgage industry is her ability to work with executive leadership and internal teams to design and execute an implementation strategy that delivers profitable results. She enjoys and has had much success coordinating efforts to create a clear value proposition to gain adoption both internally within the company and externally with the client.  Don't miss this powerful and insightful episode.

    31 min

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The podcast host will be Michael Hammond JD, CMT, keynote speaker, author and founder of NexLevel Advisors. Join Michael as he seeks out will tech visionaries, leading lenders, trailblazing…