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MortgagePoint » Your Trusted Source for Mortgage Banking and Servicing News 44 2 0 2 4 W O M E N I N H O U S I N G A W A R D S TANYA BALL SVP, Regional Director, Home Loans, Bank of Oklahoma "Tanya Ball enables her team to efficiently support first-time buyers achieve the American Dream. Alongside Bank of Oklahoma, she passionately supports organizations like the Oklahoma Coalition for Affordable Housing and Build My Future OKC, helping advance affordable housing legislation and community education. Tanya holds several industry certifica- tions, including the FHA Basics and Beyond Seminar Training from the U.S. Department of Housing and the VA Guaranteed Home Loans Training Certificate from the Department of Veterans Affairs-Houston Regional Loan Center. Due to her commitment to fostering a collaborative work environ- ment, she's received several company awards, including the Perfect Circle Award (2013 and 2014) for top perfor- mance in production and units. In 2017, she was named Regional Manager of the Year. Under her guidance, her team managed over 17,000 housing unit transactions, totaling about $4 billion from January 2020 to June 2024 alone." WHAT THIS NOMINATION MEANS TO HER "This nomination is incredibly meaning- ful to me, as it represents the culmination of my 30-year journey in the mortgage industry—a field I hold deep affection for. Throughout these decades, I've been privileged to work with an amazing team and assist countless families in realizing their dreams of homeownership. My passion lies not just in the numbers, but in the lives, we touch and the communi- ties we build. I've always strived to elevate those around me, nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive. Staying out of the spotlight has allowed me to focus on what truly matters: supporting my col- leagues and making a difference in the lives of our clients. This nomination feels like a recognition not just of my indi- vidual efforts, but of the collective spirit and dedication of everyone I've worked alongside. It's a testament to our shared commitment to excellence and compas- sion in this industry I love so much." TAI CHRISTENSEN President, Arrive Home "As Co-Founder of affordable housing innovator Arrive Home, Tai Chris- tensen is dedicated to closing the real estate wealth gap that's locking minority This award spotlights industry executives working to expand homeownership in America, especially for first-time homeowners, providing a critical source of intergenerational wealth. Keys in Hand Award borrowers out of homeownership, and she's actively pushing the envelope to bring new ideas to the table. Tai points out that many prospective borrowers have proven their ability to make mortgage payments through a strong rental history and have reliable income streams, but simply do not have the funds for a down payment—something she is seeking to change. Tai's mission is to help responsible borrowers in underserved communities obtain homeownership through their national down payment assistance program and Arrive Home's Earned Equity Program, an innovative long-term purchase program. Tai is a firm believer that homeownership empowers people to build generational wealth—a key ingredient to social mobility and financial security—and she travels the country, speaking at events that focus on increasing homeownership in minority and marginalized communities." WHAT THIS NOMINATION MEANS TO HER "I am honored and thankful for this nomination. Over the past 17 years, I've been dedicated to helping people achieve the dream of homeownership. It's been particularly rewarding for me to assist first- time homebuyers and those with credit challenges, who often feel excluded from the opportunity to own a home. Seeing them overcome challenges and fulfill their dreams has been deeply gratifying to me. I'm committed to continuing my efforts of advancing homeownership and making it more attainable and am truly appreciative of this acknowledgement." SHERRI ECKLES SVP Renovation & Construction, TPO Go "In addition to her full-time job, Sherri Eckles volunteers with numerous organizations, all focused on afford- able housing. As the Co-Chair of the Affordable Housing Committee, Sherri established a highly impactful virtual monthly affordable housing webinar,