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28 S E R V I C E P R O V I D E R S KUBA PORAJ-KUCZEWSKI NAMED CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER FOR NEW WESTERN New Western, a provider of distressed residential investment properties, has announced the addition of Kuba Poraj-Kuczewski as Chief Marketing Officer, responsible for leading all marketing efforts for the company, and overseeing New Western's marketing team. "We are thrilled to have Kuba serve our team as CMO," said Kurt Carlton, Co-Founder and President of New Western. "e vision we have for New Western far exceeds traditional levels of growth and requires the expertise of a leader with a proven track record of optimizing capabilities, positioning, and tangible business results." Poraj-Kuczewski brings more than two decades of experience in customer acquisition, engagement, and marketing communication strategy. He has a keen understanding of brand awareness, product marketing, and performance marketing. He has had tremendous success in growing online products, campaigns, and brands, from launch to exit. "New Western has an impressive history of building high-performing teams, and my passion lies in helping these teams drive customer awareness, demand and retention," Poraj-Kuczewski said. "I'm excited to support New Western in this next growth stage, and the challenge of moving it from stealth mode to a leading industry brand." Before joining New Western, Poraj- Kuczewski led marketing efforts at high-growth tech companies from early-stage industry leaders, including ClickBank, Quote Wizard, Redfin, and Education Dynamics. "I'm excited to support New Western in this next growth stage, and the challenge of moving it from stealth mode to a leading industry brand." —Kuba Poraj-Kuczewski, CMO, New Western Movers & Shakers Got something to share with us? Send it to Editor@DSNews.com. Nearly one month after Sandra L. ompson was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the next Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) by a 49-46 vote, she has been sworn in to a five-year term as the third Senate- confirmed FHFA Director. On June 23, 2021, the White House appointed ompson as Acting Director of the FHFA, and prior to that, she served as Deputy Director of the FHFA's Division of Housing Mission and Goals (DHMG). Her official nomination was sent to the Senate by President Joe Biden on December 17, 2021. On March 16, 2022, the Senate Banking Committee advanced ompson's nomination by a vote of 13-11. "As a seasoned financial regulator, I understand how critical a time it is to serve in this role," ompson said. "I am committed to ensuring our nation's housing finance systems and our regulated entities operate in a safe and sound manner. ere is a widespread lack of affordable housing and access to credit, especially in underserved communities of color. It is FHFA's duty, through our regulated entities, to ensure that all Americans have equal access to safe, decent, and affordable housing." Prior to joining FHFA, ompson worked at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), for more than 23 years in various leadership positions, including Director of the Division of Risk Management Supervision. During her time at FDIC, ompson led the Agency's examination and enforcement program for risk management and consumer protection at the height of the financial crisis. She also led the FDIC's outreach initiatives in response to a crisis of consumer confidence in the banking system. Her experiences range from supervision to consumer protection, risk management, and consumer outreach activities. "For the first time, we finally have an Administration and a Senate Banking and Housing Committee that understand how important it is to have economic leaders who reflect the country and the people who make it work," said Senator Sherrod Brown, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. "She'll join a growing list of experienced, talented Black women who have come through our committee—Marcia Fudge, Cecilia Rouse, Reta Jo Lewis, Lisa Cook, Alanna McCargo, Alexia Latortue. Just to name a few. Ms. ompson has proven she will work for and listen to lenders and consumers, and both sides of the aisle." "It is FHFA's duty, through our regulated entities, to ensure that all Americans have equal access to safe, decent, and affordable housing." —Sandra L. Thompson, Director, FHFA S P O T L I G H T P R O F I L E G O V E R N M E N T Thompson Officially Sworn in as FHFA Director

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