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MortgagePoint ยป Your Trusted Source for Mortgage Banking and Servicing News 18 August 2024 M O V E R S & S H A K E R S SERVICELINK EXPANDS ITS DEFAULT DIVISION ServiceLink has named Yancy Riggs, VP, National Sales Executive, to its Default Division. In his new role, Riggs will be responsible for driving client growth and new business development for default solutions. He is an accomplished and respected mortgage banking professional with more than 20 years of industry experience. Riggs joins ServiceLink after a stint at Covius (RealtyBid), where he was respon- sible for all facets of revenue generating activities. He previously held leadership roles at CoreLogic, Black Knight Financial, and Equifax. He possesses a solid understanding of topical issues surrounding his customer base and has a thorough understanding of applicable sales techniques and strategies to develop and improve customer satis- faction and loyalty. Riggs, whose mission is to help his clients achieve their strategic goals, realize greater success and better serve their customers, has a reputation for building long lasting customer relations through a relentless commitment to inno- vation, quality, and customer satisfaction. SUNRISE BANKS ADDS IT VETERAN AS NEW CIO St. Paul, Minneso- ta-based Sunrise Banks has introduced Jon Sandoval as its new Chief Informa- tion Officer. Prior to joining Sunrise Banks, Sandoval spent more than a decade at Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB) in Des Moines, Iowa. He began his career at FHLB in 2013 as an enterprise architect and worked his way up to his most recent role of VP/Director of Information Technology. Sandoval also worked in IT roles at Aviva Investors in Des Moines, Iowa, and London, UK, and Hewlett Packard in Corvallis, Oregon. Sandoval earned his MBA from Northwest Missouri State University and his bach- elor's degree in computer science from Oregon State University. "Jon brings a wealth of experience from the IT, banking, and financial services sector to our organization," said David Reiling, President/CEO of Sunrise Banks. "We look forward to the impact he will have here as we work to grow our presence, promote our mission and values, and provide the best experience possible for our employees, customers, and com- munities." With locations in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, and Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Sunrise Banks is certified by the U.S. Treasury as a Community Devel- opment Financial Institution (CDFI), a designation earned by approximately 100 banks nationwide. Sunrise Banks is also a member of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values and a certified B Corp for its demonstrated commitment to trans- parent corporate governance and positive community impact. "I am very excited to join the incred- ible team at Sunrise Banks," Sandoval said. "I was drawn to this organization for its dedication to working with customers and communities in a trusted, innovative, and socially responsible way. This is an incredible opportunity, and I can't wait to get started." NFM LENDING EXPANDS IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST NFM Lending has opened a new branch in Seattle, to be led by Branch Manager Petros Christophilis. The new NFM Lending branch will offer conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, jumbo, and many other loan options to fit borrower's needs. "I am thrilled to join the NFM Lending family, a decision inspired by the company's exceptional culture, dedication to outstanding customer service, and the comprehensive range of loan programs offered," Christophilis said. "I feel like I have truly found a new home here and am excited to begin this next chapter of my ca- reer with such a reputable and well-round- ed company." The new NFM branch's goal is to continue to provide the same commitment and dedication to borrowers, ranging from first-time homebuyers to seasoned buyers looking for their next home, a second home, or investment properties. "We are very excited to announce the addition of Petros to the NFM family," NFM Founder/CEO David Silverman said. "Petros is one of the very top originators in Washington State in both production and professionalism. His work ethic and expe- rience level are at the top of the game, and we look forward to working with Petros to increase his presence in the region and help as many families as possible realize their dream of home ownership and lower payments." Service Providers INCENTER PROMOTES NEW HEAD OF NATIONAL SALES Incenter Lender Services has promoted Shelley Duffy to EVP, National Sales, responsible for all aspects of Incenter's expanding Enterprise Business Develop- ment team. "Since Shelley joined us two years ago as Senior Vice President, National Sales, she has made a tremendous impact on In- center and its customers," said Tom Piercy, Incenter's President-National Enterprise Business Development. "Her extensive industry relationships, problem-solving orientation, and commitment to fol- low-through make her an indispensable partner in our clients' success." Duffy has more than 15 years of senior-level experience in the housing finance industry. She was previously SVP, Enterprise Sales with Computershare Loan Services, which she joined after serving as Senior Relationship Manager, Enterprise Sales with Radian. "I am thrilled to have the opportunity to help our clients strengthen their market positioning despite today's challenges," Duffy said. "Incenter has a wonderful Enterprise Business Development team who have repeatedly proven themselves