Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 81st episode features the one and only Ike Suri, Chairman & CEO, FundingShield.

Topics of discussion:

2:34 - What’s your background and how did you come to start FundingShield?

9:29 - What is FundingShield’s secret sauce that led to you big success?

13:01 - Technology in the mortgage space is top of mind for everyone.  What do you think the next big thing will be in mortgage technology space?

18:07 - How do you feel your company’s diversity has benefited your bottom line and corporate culture?

20:07 - Let’s talk about mentorship – do you have any mentors? Do you mentor others?

24:41 - You have been a big supporter of the California MBA. What would you tell another mortgage industry professionals about the value of this association?

Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646

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!

Connect Episode 81 | Ike Suri Chairman & CEO, FundingShield

Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 107th episode features Angel Hernandez and Jeremy Potter with Stavvy.

Topics of Discussion:

1:35 - Angel, thank you for joining us, tell us a little about your background.
 
4:16 - Jeremy, you and I met when you were chairing the MBA’s State Legislative Committee! Tell us about your background
 
7:56 - What factors are impacting or streamlining adoption of technology, particularly eClosing tools?

12:05 - What role should fintechs play in assisting with the modernization of our industry?
 
16:09 - What are the secondary market complexities or considerations the industry should be paying attention to in this market?
 
19:55 - What are you hearing about the needs and appetites for additional efficiencies for secondary market participants?
 
23:44 - Can you share with our listeners the importance of the California MBA advocacy efforts?

Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646

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!

Connect with Angel Hernandez and Jeremy Potter with Stavvy | Episode 107

This week, Josh Friend and Insellerate are joining us on Connect to reveal their expert perspectives on the industry and market trends. Tune in to gain valuable insights and stay ahead of the curve!

Connect with Josh Friend, Founder & CEO, Insellerate | Episode 163

Check out Episode 1 our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry.  Our first episode features Bill Dallas, President of Finance of America Mortgage (https://www.financeofamerica.com/)

In this episode Bill covers a variety of topics including the following:

0:00 - 1:53: Introduction to podcast 
1:53 - 16:22: Bill’s story – from Ohio to First Franklin to Finance of America
16:22 - 17:00: Bill shares that the industry is "Not your father’s mortgage market".
17:00 - 21:00: Bill shares his insights on the current state of technology and innovation in the mortgage industry.
21:00 - 22:00: Bill talks about “The End of Easy”
22:00 - 24:18: Bill shares his view on the future of customer experience
24:18 - 26:38: What about the LO's? 
26:38 - 35:41: Bill speaks on the “gig economy” and Non-QM
35:41 - 45:00: Bill ends his interview with discussing about tomorrow’s mortgage bankers

This podcast is sponsored by The Real Estate Services Trust. The Real Estate Services Trust (REST) is an exclusive employee benefits program that provides real estate services industry employers with premier health plan options at exceptional rates. To learn more visit: http://www.cmba.com/rest/ 

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Connect Episode 1 - Bill Dallas, President of Finance of America Mortgage

Check out Episode 2 our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry. Our second episode features S.A. Ibrahim, Chairman of Mortgage Media(https://www.mortgagemedia.com/)

In this episode S.A. covers a variety of topics around the mortgage industry including the following:

0:00 - 1:55: Introduction to podcast 
1:55 - 6:05: S.A. shares his background and career path
6:05 - 9:25: S.A. discusses what mortgage media is all about
9:25 - 12:38:  How can lender engage better with media?
12:38 - 16:50: S.A. gives his insights on the economy and mortgage market
16:50 - 23:38: Discussion on the state of industry’s effort to encourage diversity
23:38 - 27:10: Discussion on how is the advent of the Millennial homebuyer changing the delivery of mortgage products?
27:10 - 30:00: S.A. answers the question: If Congress could address one housing/mortgage issue, what would that be?
30:00 - 32:46: S.A. shares what he is excited about the industry?
32:36 - end of show: Wrapping up show

This podcast is sponsored by The Real Estate Services Trust. The Real Estate Services Trust (REST) is an exclusive employee benefits program that provides real estate services industry employers with premier health plan options at exceptional rates. To learn more visit: http://www.cmba.com/rest/ 

Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!

Connect Episode 2 - S.A. Ibrahim, Chairman of Mortgage Media

Check out Episode 3 our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry. Our third episode features Christopher M. George, President & CEO, CMG Financial (https://www.cmgfi.com/)

In this episode Chris covers a variety of topics around the mortgage industry including the following:

2:40 - 9:15: Who is Chris George?
9:15 - 13:40: Top priority for MBA in 2019?
13:40 - 15:50: What would Chris George’s GSE system look like?
15:50 - 17:30: Will we see compromise and change in DC before 2020?
17:30 - 19:45: What can we do to help?
19:45 - 24:00: State of the CFPB
24:00 - 27:40: Chris’ market overview
27:40 - 30:20: What is the state of the IMBs?
30:20 - 33:20: Where are we at with efforts to improve diversity?
33:20 - 34:35: Inclusivity vs. Diversity
34:35 - 40:05: Millennials…
40:05 - 42:25: What can I get out of MBA and California MBA?
42:25-End Of Show: Leaving on a positive note…
 
This podcast is sponsored by The Real Estate Services Trust. The Real Estate Services Trust (REST) is an exclusive employee benefits program that provides real estate services industry employers with premier health plan options at exceptional rates. To learn more visit: www.cmba.com/rest/

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Connect Episode 3 - Christopher M. George, President & CEO, CMG Financial

Our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry. Our fourth episode features the class of 2019 of our Future Leaders Program:

- JoAnn Lockard, Closing Manager, American Pacific Mortgage
- Chelsea Johnson, Director of Operations & Human Resources, CBC Mortgage Agency
- Benjamin Johnson, Associate, Newmark Realty Capital, Inc.

In this episode the group covers a variety of topics around the mortgage industry including the following:

2:45-6:32: What’s your story?
6:35-9:31: Thoughts on the state of the market
9:45-14:50: What does the future of the mortgage industry look like?
15:01-16:53: How is tech changing your side of the business?
17:00-25:20: What about Millennials?
25:25-31:35: How are companies attracting younger borrowers?
32:00-36:20: How can companies support professional development?

This podcast is sponsored by The Real Estate Services Trust. The Real Estate Services Trust (REST) is an exclusive employee benefits program that provides real estate services industry employers with premier health plan options at exceptional rates. To learn more visit: www.cmba.com/rest/

Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!

Connect Episode 4 - Future Leaders Program Class of 2019

Our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry. Our fifth episode features Abraham Park, PhD Associate Professor of Finance and Department Chair of Accounting, Finance, and Real Estate Graziadio Business School, Pepperdine University. 

In this episode Dr. Park covers a variety of topics around the mortgage industry including the following:

3:35-5:20: Dr. Park's story
5:20-6:25: Top headlines in economic markets
6:25-7:25: Predictions for 2020
7:25-9:30: Today’s business climate
9:30-10:45: Affordability challenges
10:45-11:45: M&A activity
11:45-13:25: Global perspective
13:25-16:30: Thoughts on Brexit
16:30-21:00: Next generation of business leaders
21:00-End: Millennials vs. Gen Z

This podcast is sponsored by The Real Estate Services Trust. The Real Estate Services Trust (REST) is an exclusive employee benefits program that provides real estate services industry employers with premier health plan options at exceptional rates. To learn more visit: www.cmba.com/rest/

Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!

Connect Episode 5 - Abraham Park, PhD

Our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry. Our sixth episode features Krystal Thomas, Government Program Specialist, Residential Policy and Member Engagement, Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) 

In this episode Krystal covers a variety of topics around the mortgage industry including the following:

2:03-4:39: Krystal's story
4:39-7:28: Discuss the MBA’s efforts to jumpstart a youth movement in the industry
7:28-9:55: Challenges in engaging young professionals in mortgage banking?
9:55-12:55: Portrait of a success story
12:55-14:40: What do Millennials want?
14:40-17:00: Making your voice heard
17:00–End: Next steps to get involved

This podcast is sponsored by The Real Estate Services Trust. The Real Estate Services Trust (REST) is an exclusive employee benefits program that provides real estate services industry employers with premier health plan options at exceptional rates. To learn more visit: www.cmba.com/rest/

Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!

Connect Episode 6 - Krystal Thomas

Our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry. Our seventh episode features Mary Ludgin, PhD, Managing Director, Head of Global Research, Heitman.

In this episode Mary covers a variety of topics around the mortgage industry including the following:

1:56-4:21: Mary's backstory
4:21-8:28: Economic check-up
8:28-10:20: Mary’s biggest economic worry
10:20-12:34: State of real estate market in the west
12:34-14:30: Mary's thoughts on opportunity zones
14:30-18:55: Mary's outlook for retail market
18:55-20:15: Hottest product right now?
20:15-22:10: Changing demographics in commercial real estate?
22:10-25:04: Most under-reported story of the year is…?
25:04-End: Mary’s tips for surviving the next 12 months

This podcast is sponsored by The Real Estate Services Trust. The Real Estate Services Trust (REST) is an exclusive employee benefits program that provides real estate services industry employers with premier health plan options at exceptional rates. To learn more visit: www.cmba.com/rest/

Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!

Connect Episode 7 - Mary Ludgin, PhD

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.

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