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19 November 2024 November 2024 ยป M O V E R S & S H A K E R S XACTUS NAMES NEW CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER Fintech and verification solutions provider Xactus has announced the appointment of Sasha Stair as the company's new Chief Marketing Officer. "This is a pivotal moment for our organization," said Shelley Leonard, President of Xactus. "Having a Chief Marketing Officer who can seamlessly partner with our sales team and across all areas of the business is crucial for our growth. Sasha's deep marketing exper- tise, industry connections, and strategic vision make her uniquely qualified to help drive Xactus forward." With more than two decades of experience in mortgage fintech and stra- tegic growth, Sasha is set to elevate Xac- tus' marketing initiatives and strengthen its position in the industry. Sasha brings a distinct perspective, honed through her diverse background and extensive expertise in mortgage fintech. She has held prominent leadership roles at Snapdocs, Common Securitization Solutions, and Black Knight Financial, where she played a key part in driving organizational growth and ensuring lenders maximized the value of each platform. Sasha's proven ability to lead from strategy to execution has been instru- mental in helping fintechs navigate and thrive in a challenging and evolving market. Complementing her signifi- cant experience, Sasha has built strong industry relationships and earned recognition for her thought leadership. Her recent achievement of obtaining her MBA Certified Mortgage Banking certi- fication, along with her regular speaking engagements at industry conferences and on podcasts, further demonstrate her commitment to advancing the field. Under Sasha's leadership, Xactus will enhance its focus on customer-centric marketing strategies, leveraging integrat- ed technology solutions to deliver greater ease, speed, and cost efficiency for lend- ers. Her vision is to create a comprehen- sive marketing approach that amplifies Xactus' brand presence, fosters growth, and deepens customer engagement through meaningful partnerships. Xactus currently has more than 6,500 clients, ranging from the largest bank and non-bank mortgage originators to credit unions and mortgage brokers. Xactus collaborates closely with its clients to digitally integrate a 360-degree approach to verification across their workflows so lenders can easily access the technology necessary to meet consumer demands for a modern mortgage experience. RISKSPAN EXPANDS ITS LEADERSHIP TEAM RiskSpan, a provider of data and risk manage- ment analytics for securities, loans, and private credit, has added Jennifer Press to its leadership team as Chief Strategy Officer. In her new role, Press will collaborate with teams across the company to align efforts in achiev- ing strategic goals, with a particular focus on expanding capabilities and presence in private credit and as- set-backed finance. Her deep expertise in structured finance and private credit will be pivotal in driving RiskSpan's strategic growth in these rapidly evolving sectors. A seasoned veteran of the structured finance industry, Press brings a wealth of experience in structured finance and private credit markets, including residential mortgage assets, personal loans, collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), and other consumer and busi- ness loans. Throughout her career, she has provided services to asset managers, insurance companies, private equity sponsors, credit funds, hedge funds, banks, specialty finance companies, administrators, and trustees. "We are thrilled to welcome Jen to our team," said Bernadette Kogler, FEATURE STORY THE BEST SOLUTION IS NOT ALWAYS THE SHINY NEW TOY While it can be debated as to how much default and foreclosure activity lies ahead, default servicers must carefully examine their tech systems to keep ahead of the curve. FEATURE STORY DRIVING GROWTH: LEVERAGING HOME EQUITY TO EXPAND LOAN OFFICER OPPORTUNITIES In a tight market, LOs seeking to diversify their offerings are turning to home equity products to expand their role and become a financial guide for life. COUNSEL'S CORNER FACING THE FORECLOSURE AND BANKRUPTCY CHALLENGES OF TODAY Robert S. Kahane, a foreclosure and bankruptcy attorney with more than 30 years under his belt, discusses current compliance issues related to loan servicing process enhancements. EXPERT INSIGHTS TONY JULIANELLE, CEO OF REAL ATLAS ESTATE discusses current market trends and the forces that will shape the landscape in the industry. 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