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41 2 0 2 4 W O M E N I N H O U S I N G A W A R D S September 2024 » knowledge of the industry and strong work ethic helped her to develop key relationships with many of Safeguard's largest clients, which led to her involve- ment in negotiating client contracts to benefit both the client and Safeguard. Jennifer has also led multiple new clients through successful onboarding with Safeguard. She has showcased her vast knowledge of the property preservation industry as both a moderator and emcee at multiple National Property Preserva- tion Conferences. Jennifer's ability to connect with clients to build lasting relationships along with her expertise in property preservation make her poised for growth both at Safeguard and as a future industry leader." WHAT THIS NOMINATION MEANS TO HER "Being nominated in the Rising Star Executive category is an incredibly meaningful honor for me. It represents a recognition of the journey, hard work, dedication, and challenges I've over- come throughout my career thus far. It makes me feel valued and proud to be a part of this industry, and I'm grateful to Safeguard and all of my colleagues there that have helped me from day one. This affirms that I am not just contributing to my organization but the industry as a whole. This nomination is a personal milestone, but it also reminds me of the importance of what we're doing and motivates me to continue growing in my career and learning from all the other amazing women around me." KATHRYN WALTERMAN Default Administration Manager, Mountain America Federal Credit Union "Kathryn Walterman consistently demonstrates exceptional leadership and a drive for progress within our organization. Recognizing the need, she initiated the creation of a cross-departmental team responsible for ensuring consistent and appropriate handling of delinquent mortgages across three departments: foreclosure, bank- ruptcy, and deceased. As the team manager, Kathryn's meticulous approach ensures the credit union remains up to date on default mortgage standards and regulations, significantly contributing to our success. Beyond compliance, she encourages team members to step outside their comfort zones, fostering growth and development. Her ability to recognize their potential and inspire them to reach new heights is truly commendable. Furthermore, Kathryn goes above and beyond to provide customers with the best financial options available, ensuring their strongest possible position during these challeng- ing life events. In summary, Kathryn embodies dedication, vision, and a genuine desire to empower others. I wholeheartedly endorse her for this prestigious award." WHAT THIS NOMINATION MEANS TO HER "A nomination for the Rising Star Exec- utive award is deeply meaningful as it underscores the importance of diverse leadership across the housing sector, particularly in bankruptcy, foreclosure, and default mortgage servicing. As a woman in this field, I recognize the profound importance that empathy plays in leadership—especially when dealing with borrowers during their most vulner- able moments. I am dedicated to guiding teams through these complex situations, ensuring that compassion remains at the forefront while balancing it with the rigorous demands of compliance and delinquency reduction. Being recognized with this nomination would highlight the impact of empathetic leadership in an industry that often requires mak- ing difficult decisions while ensuring borrower-centric outcomes. It would also demonstrate the value of a balanced approach that prioritizes both operation- al excellence and the well-being of those we serve. Ultimately, this nomination is important to me because it emphasizes the need for diverse voices in leadership roles in all aspects of the housing sector, which are essential for driving meaning- ful, innovative, and sustainable change." BRITTANY WINLAND AVP, Business Line Marketing, Default, ServiceLink "Brittany Winland is a true Rising Star who built the default marketing program at ServiceLink from the ground up, with her efforts netting more than $7.1 million in revenues since mid-2021. She has a knack for taking complex topics and translating them into verbiage anyone can understand. With a background in policy, Winland focuses on regulatory changes in real estate and uses her knowledge to craft language that makes these changes digestible for all, a unique differentiator for our brand. She always keeps Ser- viceLink's mission in mind, increasing our digital presence and creating a sales enablement library that arms our default sales team with everything they need to keep their clients informed. Winland is detail oriented, organized, passionate, and trusted by her team. She was hand-select- ed to join ServiceLink's Leadership Academy last year and has been promoted twice in her five years on the team. She is a valued leader." WHAT THIS NOMINATION MEANS TO HER "The nomination for Rising Star Ex- ecutive is incredibly special, and I am honored and humbled to receive it. When I joined the ServiceLink team in 2019, I was a bit overwhelmed starting in a new industry but immediately taken with the constant change and how there's always something new to learn. I've had the ab- solute privilege to work with some of the most incredible professionals in this space, many of them women, who've taken the time to invest in my career and leadership journey. I'm so grateful for all of them and have learned so much about the mortgage servicing space, marketing, and personal development and growth. I plan to use the knowledge I've soaked up to continue to grow not only my own career, but to men- tor others and further ServiceLink's mis- sion. This nomination is proof of the hard work I've put in, supported by a strong culture of teamwork and mentorship."