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MortgagePoint ยป Your Trusted Source for Mortgage Banking and Servicing News 18 December 2024 Cornerstone, Jay has invested significant time in the success of everyone around him. I'm excited to see the growth op- portunities that Jay will create for Cor- nerstone's next generation of retail sales, production, and operations leaders." In 2023, one of the most challeng- ing years in the mortgage industry, Cornerstone Home Lending significant- ly outpaced its largest competitors by achieving an average of $26.3 million in loan volume per loan officer, according to data from Modex. This performance underscores Cornerstone's commitment to the success of their loan officers. "I am thrilled to serve our loan officers and continue helping them grow and achieve success here at Cornerstone," Crowell said. "I intend to relentlessly pursue excellence in every area and facet of our retail business. My goal is to create a world-class experience for our clients and provide a platform that helps our originators exceed their goals and make a positive difference in every community we serve." Based in Houston, Texas, Cor- nerstone Capital Bank is a national provider of mortgage finance and servicing solutions and banking services to businesses and consumers. Cor- nerstone holds certified Fortune Great Place to Work status, is recognized as "Top Workplace" in major markets, and has earned multiple Best Workplaces awards. Formed through the 2022 merg- er of Cornerstone Home Lending and Roscoe Bank, Cornerstone Capital Bank has a combined operating history dating back to 1906. "It's about making a bigger impact," Crowell added. "I believe in Corner- stone's mission, and I am committed to strengthening our culture and building upon our 37 years of success. With our talented residential lending team and the unique products and services we provide our clients through Corner- stone Capital Bank and Cornerstone Servicing, I am confident that the best is yet to come." KIND LENDING NAMES NEW BRANCH MANAGER Kind Lending has named Jenn Stears as Branch Manager of the company's latest branch located in Daytona Beach, Florida. With experience and a commit- ment to mortgage lending, Stears will assist clients through the mortgage process and make a meaningful impact in Volusia County and its neighboring areas. She will also continue to serve clients in Connecticut, Arizona, and California. Stears is passionate about helping cli- ents achieve their homeownership goals. Her personalized approach ensures that each borrower secures the most suitable loan for their unique financial situation. With extensive industry expertise and a strong commitment to delivering excep- tional service, Jenn consistently provides a seamless lending experience. "We are delighted to welcome Jenn Stears to the Kind Lending team," said Jim Linanne, President of Retail at Kind Lending. "Her experience and dedi- cation to exceptional client care align perfectly with our mission. We are con- fident that Jenn will be a tremendous asset in her new role and will continue to deliver the outstanding service that Kind Lending is known for." Stears has been a prominent figure in the mortgage industry for 24 years, during which she has successfully assisted thousands of homeowners in achieving their dreams. Stears has attained roles as a Processor, Underwrit- er, LOA, Loan Officer, Branch Manager all within the Broker, Wholesale Lender, and Retail Lender space, which has allowed her to come to the table with extensive knowledge to help navigate clients through the mortgage process. "There's nothing more rewarding than seeing someone achieve the dream of homeownership," Stears said. "I love educating clients and guiding them through the process, ensuring they make informed and sound financial decisions along the way." LOANDEPOT ADDS NEW REGIONAL VP loanDepot, a provider of products and services that power the homeownership journey, has appointed Nancy Smith to lead its growing Colorado and Wyoming branches as Regional VP, In-Market Retail. "To successfully navigate today's homebuying markets, homebuyers and real estate professionals look for mort- gage partners who can provide deep lo- cal expertise and industry knowledge," loanDepot EVP John Bianchi said. "Nancy is well known for her success building highly productive teams in the Colorado, Wyoming, Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico markets. Equally import- ant, she emphasizes her teams' growth and development based on the core values of integrity, respect, and account- ability, which perfectly align with our company culture. I am tremendously excited to have Nancy join us and take our Colorado and Wyoming teams even further." Colorado, with the sixth-fastest percentage rate of growth in the United States, is an important market for loan- Depot. The state's population grew by 19.25% from 2010 to 2023, and it has add- ed approximately 1.55 million residents since 2001. Wyoming is an emerging market, traditionally underserved by independent mortgage banks, that will benefit from the leadership of top local talent. Over the course of her career, Smith has held sales leadership roles at com- panies like Bank of America, MetLife Home Loans, Caliber Home Loans, and Homeowners Financial Group. She has a long track record in the Mountain States region and brings both strong relationships and extensive experience in building successful partnerships with local real estate companies and financial institutions. "There is no one better to help us M O V E R S & S H A K E R S