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17 May 2025 May 2025 » M O V E R S & S H A K E R S nine-member Board of Directors, including William J. Pulte (Chair), along with Clinton Jones, Priscilla Almodovar, Renée L. Glover, Karin J. Kimbrough, Manuel "Manolo" Sánchez Rodríguez, Scott D. Stowell, and Michael Stucky. FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF DALLAS ADDS AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISOR The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) has appointed tribal housing veteran Isaac Perez to the FHLB Dallas Affordable Housing Advisory Council. "It is with great honor that I accept being appointed to FHLB Dallas' Affordable Housing Advisory Council. I look forward to bringing more than 25 years of experience working with Native American communities and providing insight into much-needed assistance on tribal lands," Perez said. Perez has served as Executive Director of San Felipe Pueblo Hous- ing Authority (SFPHA) in San Felipe Pueblo, New Mexico, for more than 22 years, and has more than 30 years of experience working with Native Ameri- can and public housing entities. He has overseen the development of more than 300 new units and the rehabilitation of more than 200 tribal homes built with federal, state and tribal funds. "We are thrilled to expand the Advisory Council to include a dedicat- ed voice for tribal housing, ensuring a deeper focus on the unique challenges faced by tribal communities," said Greg Hettrick, SVP and Director of Commu- nity Investment for FHLB Dallas. "With decades of experience in tribal housing, Mr. Perez is the perfect fit for this role." The Advisory Council is comprised of 14 representatives from state, com- munity, and nonprofit organizations in FHLB Dallas' five-state District. They are appointed by the FHLB Dallas Board of Directors and advise the Board on affordable housing and economic development issues. Lenders/Servicers AFR APPOINTS NEW CEO AND COO National mortgage lender American Financial Resources (AFR) has announced the promotion of Robert Pieklo to CEO and Michael Brenning to COO. AFR's executive promotions follow a record-breaking first quarter of 2025, in which AFR nearly quadrupled its Q1 loan origination volume year-over- year—with production in the wholesale channel alone increasing nearly 700%. Pieklo, who was appointed COO following AFR's acquisition in Febru- ary 2024, has been instrumental in the company's transformation. His focus on modernizing the mortgage process and enhancing the experience for both cus- tomers and team members has helped reposition AFR as a leader in the space. "I'm incredibly grateful to step into the role of CEO and lead this great organization into the next chapter of this growth story," Pieklo said. "This industry is not for the faint of heart, and AFR's momentum reflects our team's alignment around a shared vision. It is not coincidence that our growth accel- erated after Michael Brenning joined the team—and while I'm honored to take on the CEO title, I'm even more ex- cited to see Michael step into the COO role he's more than earned." Brenning, who previously led production, has been a driving force in streamlining operations and expanding AFR's reach. As COO, he will con- tinue to focus on optimizing internal processes and driving long-term growth through innovation and collaboration. YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS DECEMBER 2024 Magazine PRESERVING the AMERICAN DREAM Industry experts from Five Star's PROPERTY PRESERVATION EXECUTIVE FORUM discuss the trends and challenges facing the field services sector as we head into the new year. 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Committed to giving originators, servicers, and all lending professionals access to smarter perspectives, MortgagePoint believes it's time to think differently about the mortgage industry. Because the American Dream is evolving . . . are you? YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS FEBRUARY 2025 Magazine In This Issue: THE RISE OF MULTI- GENERATIONAL HOUSING: LENDING TRENDS AND OPPORTUNITY EXPERT INSIGHTS MICHAEL GEVURTZ CEO AND FOUNDER OF BLUEBIRD LENDING CHANGES TO CALIFORNIA'S HOME OWNER BILL OF RIGHTS TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A SLOW MARKET TO SHORE UP PROCESSES With rates starting to drop, savvy lenders are moving to get ahead of the game before a rebound. SPECIAL SECTION WHITE HOUSE NOMINEES A look at President Trump's picks for his cabinet and other high-level positions that are sure to shake up the industry. Once the Smoke Clears MortgagePoint examines how the CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES could have wide-ranging impacts on government programs, insurance coverage, and the housing market. YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS JANUARY 2025 Magazine ECONOMIC FORECAST 2025 MortgagePoint surveys a panel of economists and industry experts about where the housing market and mortgage industry will be headed in a new year and under a new incoming president. PIEKLO BRENNING