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28 MOVERS & SHAKERS Got something to share with us? Send it to Editor@DSNews.com. GOVERNMENT FREDDIE MAC BEGINS SEARCH FOR LAYTON'S SUCCESSOR Freddie Mac announced that its CEO, Donald H. Layton, will retire in the second half of 2019. Freddie Mac's board has begun its CEO succession plan in response, which should be completed within this period. "Don has played an indispensable role in transforming Freddie Mac and moving the housing finance system in a better direction, particularly with his leadership in developing the GSE credit risk transfer market," said Christopher S. Lynch, Chairman of Freddie Mac's board of directors. "e board is extraordinarily grateful for his service to the company, and we anticipate that he will continue to play an invaluable role at Freddie Mac during his remaining tenure." e GSE is considering David Brickman, EVP and Head of Freddie Mac Multifamily, for the role. e board has already appointed Brickman to the role of President of Freddie Mac. LENDER/SERVICER GATEWAY MORTGAGE FOUNDER WINS REPUBLICAN PRIMARY Kevin Stitt, Founder of the Gateway Mortgage Group, won the Republican nomination for Oklahoma Governor, beating former Oklahoma City Mayor Mick Cornett. Stitt will now face Democrat Drew Edmondson and the winner of the Libertarian runoff in the election. During the primaries, Stitt gained the support of politicians and businessmen alike, including Texas Senator Ted Cruz. "I would like to congratulate Kevin on his well-deserved win in the Oklahoma Republican primaries," said Ed Delgado, President and CEO of the Five Star Institute. "I've had the honor of knowing Kevin for many years and have seen first-hand the depth of his character and conviction for doing the right thing. I have no doubt that those qualities will serve him well as he serves the people of Oklahoma as their next Governor." MR. COOPER ANNOUNCES NEW CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER Coppell, Texas-based servicer Mr. Cooper has announced that Kelly Ann Doherty is joining the company's executive leadership team as Chief Communications Officer. In this new role, Doherty will be responsible for overseeing all facets of external and internal communications, as well as corporate positioning for WMIH Corp. and its family of companies, including its flagship brand, Mr. Cooper. Doherty is a strategic communications expert and has played a key leadership role in crafting and promoting Mr. Cooper's story through several major initiatives, including the Mr. Cooper brand launch and the recent WMIH holding company merger. Doherty is well known throughout Mr. Cooper as an advocate for team members and Mr. Cooper's values. In her new position, she will be integral in Mr. Cooper's efforts to further enhance a people-first culture. ROUNDPOINT ANNOUNCES NEW VPS RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation has announced the addition of two executive- level professionals, Bryan Camilli and Cindy McGovern, to its leadership team. "Both Bryan and Cindy are highly skilled executives with a wealth of industry experience who will add tremendous value as we position ourselves for the future," said RoundPoint CEO Kevin Brungardt. "As we progress and expand, I'm confident their backgrounds and skill sets will be strong assets to our executive team, and the company as a whole." Before coming to RoundPoint, Camilli managed the special servicing portfolio for bankruptcy and foreclosure at Fannie Mae. Camilli will serve as the VP of Agency Relations at RoundPoint, focusing on the company's relationship with the Keep up with who's doing what and who went where agencies for servicing and retention. McGovern brings 20 years of mortgage experience to RoundPoint and will serve as the VP of Customer Service at RoundPoint. UNION BANK HIRES DEBRA MONTGOMERY TO PRIVATE MORTGAGE DIVISION New York-based Union Bank announced Debra Montgomery joined the bank as Managing Director, Pacific Northwest Region Manager for the Private Mortgage Division of Union Bank Home Loans. Montgomery will manage the team of private mortgage consultants specializing in offering home- lending products and services to the bank's private bank clients and prospects. "Union Bank is committed to growing its mortgage portfolio, which is now the sixth largest in the nation," said William Bilicki, Private Mortgage Division Executive. "at's why we are so excited to welcome Debra to our Private Mortgage Division. Her successful industry track record, proven leadership capabilities, and deep knowledge of the Pacific Northwest market make her ideally suited to lead our Pacific Northwest Private Mortgage team, deepen our client relationships, and grow our presence in the region." "Debra Montgomery's successful industry track record, proven leadership capabilities, and deep knowledge of the Pacific Northwest market make her ideally suited to lead our Pacific Northwest Private Mortgage team, deepen our client relationships, and grow our presence in the region." —William Bilicki, Private Mortgage Division Executive, Union Bank