Fintech Hunting

Fintech Hunting

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Fintech Hunting episodes

  • Just Released Episode #30 with Special Guest Ashley Gravano, VP of Product Solutions at Mortgage Cadence

    Don't miss this engaging and insightful podcast with Ashley Gravano, VP of Product Solutions at Mortgage Cadence where we discuss how interacting with partners and prospects has radically changed since COVID-19, the importance of engagement, social media outreach and so much more.

    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. 

    23 min
  • Fintech Hunting Episode #29 with the amazing Sue Woodard, Chief Customer Officer at Total Expert

    This is one powerful and dynamic episode you don't want to miss.  Sue shares critical insights into the impact of COVID-19 on the mortgage industry, responding in uncertain times, the need to educate, inform and engage and three important tips at the end of the show that she gave her daughter.  Don't miss these insights and so much more that Sue shared on this episode of Fintech Hunting.

    Sue Woodard brings nearly 30 years of financial services and mortgage industry experience, strategic vision and leadership to her role as Chief Customer Officer – where her focus is on helping customers achieve greater productivity and long-term success.


    Sue started her career at the ground level, became a top producer, then leveraged her knowledge to become a highly acclaimed industry speaker, subject matter expert and technology executive.

    In addition to having hosted a successful financial radio program and making guest appearances on CNBC, Sue has been awarded numerous industry honors, including the NMP Most Powerful Women in Mortgage Banking, the MPA HOT 100 list, the Housing Wire Vanguard Award, and the NMP Most Innovative Award. She also serves on the board of HOPE4Youth, a local non-profit working to end youth homelessness.


    27 min
  • Special Fintech Hunting Episode #28 with Guest Kevin Peranio, Chief Lending Officer PRMG

    This is one episode that you can't afford to miss.  As chief lending officer at PRMG Kevin shares his insights on COVID-19, Originator rate sheets, liquidity, FHFA, and exciting new technology being implemented during pandemic and so much more.

    Kevin is a thought leader, industry influencer, tech evangelist who shares his insights, and industry experiences during this time of crisis.  Don't miss this timely and thought provoking special episode of Fintech Hunting.

    34 min
  • Fintech Hunting with special guest Michael Markette, President & Partner at Qortel

    During the COVID-19 pandemic remote workforces are becoming the norm.  Listen to this insightful episode of Fintech Hunting to hear about the power of call routing, using data to deliver a more timely and relevant message, gain insights into call tracking of remote employees and so much more.  Don't miss this episode with special guest Michael Markette, President & Partner at Qortel.

    Michael specializes in Call Monitoring, Analytics, Customer Recovery, Recruiting and Hiring Call Center Experts which is critical in today's environment.  He began by building a call tracking solution in the garage of his Seattle home and 'who knew' it would grow into a multi faceted call analytics business leveraging machine learning. 

    Don't miss this insightful and highly relevant episode of Fintech Hunting.

    26 min
  • Fintech Hunting With Special Guest Christina Jenkins, Partner at Sandler Law Group SVP, Client Development at AsurityDocs

    Don't miss this powerful episode where we discuss COVID-19 and how it is impacting Lenders and Services differently, CARES Act, technologies impact, the heart of soul of the mortgage industry and so much more.  

    Christina Jenkins is a Partner at Sandler Law Group, a premier provider of residential mortgage document preparation and outsourced closing services, and Senior Vice President of Client Development with AsurityDocs, a Tech 100 software provider of best in class compliant mortgage loan documents.  


    Ms. Jenkins advises law firm clients through a broad range of mortgage banking compliance issues, assisting lenders with origination, closing, and post-closing compliance.  At AsurityDocs, she is a lead advocate in coordinating internal resources for the preparation and delivery of best-in-class, client-centric product solutions and in transforming existing client relationships into deeper and more rewarding client partnerships.

    Ms. Jenkins’ career in the mortgage industry began in 1996 as a mortgage file clerk and has progressed through college and law school with her gaining significant experience in the areas of compliance, residential mortgage banking, asset resolution and commercial loan originations. Before joining Sandler Law Group and AsurityDocs, Ms. Jenkins served 15+ years in private practice as mortgage banking compliance counsel nationwide and overseer of Texas document preparation.

    In January of 2020, Ms. Jenkins was proud to be peer nominated and accepted induction as a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, a global honorary society of attorneys, judges, law faculty, and legal scholars whose public and private careers have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession and to the welfare of their communities. Membership in the Fellows is limited to one percent of lawyers licensed to practice in each jurisdiction.

    27 min
  • Finch Hunting Special Edition with Faith Schwartz and Dana Dillard

    During the COVID-19 outbreak we are committed to providing timely and vital information to the finance industry.  Join us for this special episode with guests Faith Schwartz, President of Housing Finance Strategies and Dana Dillard, EVP Corporate Social Responsibility for Mr. Cooper.

    Faith Schwartz is a leading housing finance expert who has played a firsthand role in shaping industry best practices and public policy during her 30-year career. As founding principal of Housing Finance Strategies, she serves marquis public and private housing finance organizations with timely industry analysis and ad-hoc consulting.

    Previously, Schwartz held executive positions at CoreLogic and Freddie Mac. In 2007 she was recruited to lead HOPE NOW, an alliance formed by the Housing Policy Council and the Treasury Department. As HOPE NOW's executive director, she assembled a coalition of government agencies, lending institutions, nonprofits and trade associations to address  challenges of the housing market crisis.

    Schwartz has been recognized by Mortgage Banking magazine as one of its 20 Distinguished Industry Women, as a HousingWire Woman of Influence and as a recipient of Five Star Institute’s lifetime achievement award.  She currently serves on the boards of FormFree, RiskSpan, Class Appraisal, FundingShield and Gateway First Bank.

    Dana is a senior mortgage servicing leader with over 25 years loan administration and default experience in both bank and non-bank environments. Loan administration experience includes leading teams in escrow analysis, acquisitions, cash management and all aspects of customer relations functions. Default experience includes managing collections, imminent default, community facing loss mitigation, short sales and REO.

    28 min
  • Fintech Hunting with special guests Jim Deitch & John Hedlund

    Join Jim Deitch, Ceo of Teraverde & John Hedlund, COO of AmeriHome Mortgage discuss COVID-19 and it's impact on the mortgage industry, critical issues to restore confidence in the markets, remote workforces and much more.

    James M. Deitch has over 25 years of executive experience in the mortgage banking industry. He is co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Teraverde. The author of three Mortgage Transformation books, two which are published by De Gruyter International. Teraverde helps mortgage bankers achieve greater profitability, streamlined operations and process improvement while staying fully compliant with regulatory requirements.

    John Hedlund is an experienced C-level executive, specializing in the strategic design, execution and leadership of large, diverse financial organizations. Most recently John helped found and lead Amerihome Mortgage Company into a top 5 Correspondent Lender in only 3 years.


    He has successfully led numerous companies and businesses through major transformational change over the past 32 years, displaying a unique ability to drive sustainable revenue growth and cost reduction through innovation while fostering a loyal and cohesive leadership team. A decisive and energizing leader, he quickly aligns, executes and focuses employees to exceed business challenges and enhance shareholder value. He consistently demonstrates a rare combination of strategic foresight with ability to lead through complex implementations.

    31 min
  • Fintech Hunting with special guest Joe Dahleen, SVP Strategy & Sales FirstClose

    Joe is the SVP of Strategy and Sales combining PropTech and FinTech into One Solution at FirstClose.  FirstClose is a highly respected provider of best-in-class property & borrower data intelligence and settlement services nationwide. We specialize in delivering a powerful web app and LOS plugin that is the industry’s first and only home equity and refi tool that offers everything from application to servicing (credit score, valuation, title, tax, flood, closing and recording) on one easy-to-navigate platform.

    Listen to Joe's insights on the Coronavirus and it's impact on the mortgage industry, technology that can help during this crisis, new innovation and much more.  Don't miss this dynamic and insightful episode.

    25 min
  • Fintech Hunting with special guest Brian Koss, EVP Mortgage Network

    Don't miss this timely and insightful episode of Fintech Hunting.  Brian Koss is Executive Vice President of Mortgage Network, where his mission is to help mortgage sales professionals identify their strengths and empower them to achieve their goals. His 30-year career in mortgage banking began as a loan officer and has given him the depth, experience, and perspective required to effectively train hundreds of loan officers and take them from good to great.

    24 min
  • Fintech Hunting with special guest Daniela (Bianchi) Bigalli, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing at Homestead Funding Corp

    Join Daniela (Bianchi) Bigalli,  Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing at Homestead Funding Corp. - NMLS #34065 Company NMLS #3232 on this wonderfully insightful episode.  She is a seasoned Vice President of Sales and Marketing with a demonstrated history of mortgage industry experience. She has been with Homestead Funding for over a decade. Over the past several years, she has worked to expand their footprint and make Homestead a household name. She is also dedicated to helping her sales team succeed and offer assistance and insight whenever she can.


    Through a combination of excellent customer service, broad product offerings, and user-friendly technology, Homestead has become the largest residential mortgage lender in the Capital District of New York. They have branches throughout the eastern US, and continue to grow. Don't miss this powerful and insightful episode.

    16 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…