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MortgagePoint ยป Your Trusted Source for Mortgage Banking and Servicing News 12 February 2025 XACTUS WELCOMES NEW CHIEF PRODUCT OFFICER Xactus has appointed Mike Brown as Chief Product Officer. Brown previously served as the firm's Chief Integration Officer. "As we continue our transformation into a fintech-for- ward organization, the role of Chief Product Officer is critical to shaping our product strategy and driving impact- ful innovation to proactively deliver easy-to-configure, automated solutions that streamline workflows, reduce waste and facilitate intelligent decisioning," said Shelley Leonard, President of Xactus. "Mike's extensive expertise and proven leadership make him the ideal choice to lead this effort, ensuring we de- liver the right products at the right time to meet our clients' evolving needs." With nearly 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Brown has focused much of his career on veri- fication solutions and related mortgage and financial products. Prior to joining Xactus, he served as CEO of CIS, which was acquired by Xactus. He is an active board member of the industry trade association National Credit Reporting Association (NCRA) and has previously served as its VP, Treasurer, and Pres- ident. A graduate of Robert Gordon's University in Scotland, Brown brings a global perspective to his work. In his role as Chief Product Officer, Brown will spearhead the development and execution of Xactus' product vision. His responsibilities include oversee- ing the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and implementation. Additionally, he will focus on identifying and analyzing emerging industry trends to ensure opti- mal product-market alignment, further solidifying Xactus' position as a leader in the verification and fintech spaces. "I am thrilled to take on this role at a time of growth and innovation for Xactus," Brown said. "Together with our talented team, I look forward to ad- vancing the modern mortgage process and delivering innovative solutions that drive success for our clients." NEW HEAD OF INDUSTRY RELATIONS JOINS NAR The National Associa- tion of Realtors (NAR) has announced the appointment of Jarrod Grasso as its first-ever SVP of Industry Relations. In this newly created role, Grasso will spear- head NAR's efforts to deepen engage- ment with state and local associations, M O V E R S & S H A K E R S N E W M E M B E R : Black Dome Services is a next-gen- eration property services provider specializing in commercial properties, single-family rentals, and property preservation. Black Dome's extensive of- ferings encompass property inspections, preservation, maintenance, renovations, and various other interior and exterior property-related services. Black Dome Services' mission is to redefine property management excellence by delivering innovative solutions, unparalleled service, and lasting value to its clients, partners, and communities. Website: blackdomeservices.com N E W M E M B E R : Manganelli, Leider & Savio, P.A. (MLS), a boutique creditor's rights firm based in South Florida, has joined the Legal League. With over 70 years of combined experience, the firm specializ- es in mortgage foreclosure, bankruptcy, and real estate matters for mortgage servicers, banks, national lenders, and private investors. The firm offers com- Five Star New Member Spotlight Get to know the companies joining Five Star's constellation of industry membership groups. prehensive services, from title searches to foreclosure sales, addressing complex issues like bankruptcy, loan modifica- tions, appeals, and more. Known for a hands-on approach, MLS attorneys prioritize clear communication and re- sponsiveness, ensuring clients are always informed and receive efficient, cost-ef- fective solutions. The firm has success- fully represented clients in all levels of Florida's court system, including trial courts, district courts of appeal, and fed- eral courts. With a proven track record of over 500 trials and oral arguments, MLS is committed to delivering exceptional results with personal attention through- out the entire process. Website: mls-pa.com