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17 September 2025 September 2025 » themortgagepoint.com M O V E R S & S H A K E R S integrate all the best partners into our Dara servicing systems of record," said Sagent CEO Geno Paluso. "That's what Art Calhoun and Kim Warnica are here to help us do. Dara by Sagent's real-time data, unified UX for servicers and con- sumers, and open ecosystem across core, default, and consumer mortgage servic- ing powers America's top servicers, and is the industry's only modern end-to-end servicing platform that can handle every servicing scenario at the largest scale." Calhoun joins Sagent from Wells Fargo, where he served as Executive Director of Vendor Oversight, over- seeing vendor operations in mortgage servicing–including scorecards, contracts, spend management, and risk assessments. With over two decades of experience, he brings deep expertise in end-to-end mortgage servicing, operations, portfolio management, and asset disposition. At Sagent, Calhoun will lead the partner program to align partner integration roadmaps with customer requirements and execute on Dara's open ecosystem vision. This enables servicers to have all their pre- ferred vendors integrated into Sagent's systems of record. Warnica joins Sagent after senior product marketing roles at New Amer- ican Funding, Homepoint, and Rocket Mortgage. Throughout her mortgage career, she has led go-to-market initiatives to increase revenue, market share, and organizational growth. At Sagent, Warnica will oversee product marketing across Dara's core, default, and consumer mortgage servicing plat- forms to grow market share with new Dara customers and educate existing customers on Dara's capabilities. Both Calhoun and Warnica will re- port to Sagent's EVP Strategic Growth Perry Hilzendeger, who oversees all strategic growth, customer success, and customer implementation teams. HSIEH NAMED PERMANENT CEO OF LOANDEPOT loanDepot Inc. has announced that company Founder and Chair of the Board Anthony Hsieh has been appointed permanent CEO by its Board of Directors. Hsieh has served as Interim CEO since the departure of Frank Martell on June 4, 2025. "We are fortunate Anthony has agreed to return to the role of CEO," said loanDepot Board Member and Chair of the Nominating and Governance Commit- tee Pam Patenaude. "The rapid acceleration of AI and its disruption of established operating models make this a unique moment in time for the Company. The industry has entered a period of significant change, and with FINDING A POSITIVE PATH FORWARD MORTGAGE LENDERS: THREE WAYS TO BREAK THE HIRING-LAYOFFS CYCLE Tactfully navigating changes in the mortgage marketplace can make or break a company, and Tim Von Kaenel of CI&T provides three keys to better position yourself when the market pivots. IN A CHALLENGING MARKET, HOME EQUITY INVESTMENTS OWN THE SPOTLIGHT In order for HEIs to realize their full potential, it will take the expertise and resources of multiple industry stakeholders. BUILDING REFERRAL RELATIONSHIPS FOR MORE CONSISTENT BUSINESS Veteran mortgage sales trainer and coach Ron Vaimberg shares with MortgagePoint the coaching tips and strategies necessary to establish and foster enduring relationships in the mortgage marketplace. HOW INVESTORS CAN THRIVE IN CRE AMID CHALLENGING MARKET CONDITIONS Derrick Barker of Nectar discusses the state of the commercial real estate sector, and steps that investors can take in order to weather market volatility. IN THIS ISSUE Amid political controversy and budgetary cutbacks, experts discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies' role in today's marketplace as both the American homeownership landscape and workforce continue to diversify and undergo significant demographic shifts. Brought to you by & YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS MAY 2024 Magazine Brought to you by & YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS JULY 2024 Magazine White House Main Street America TO FROM THE As the November elections near, what ripple effects will the next Administration have on the housing industry? MortgagePoint gathered a panel of experts to dig deeper into the impact of the Presidential Elections and potential changes in the White House. 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 product offerings are turning to home equity offerings 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. ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: Brought to you by & YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS AUGUST 2024 Magazine The Burden of Proof MortgagePoint profiles Bron, Inc., a company that has carved out a unique niche with a focus crucial but often-overlooked tasks such as managing registrations, utilities, and HOA verifications. TO YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS LEAVING ITS MARK ON THE INDUSTRY THE 2024 FIVE STAR CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 24-26, 2024 DALLAS, TEXAS OCTBER 2024 Magazine EXPERT INSIGHTS DUTCH MENDENHALL Founder of RADD Companies YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS NOVEMBER 2024 Magazine Industry Leaders on What's Ahead MortgagePoint speaks with servicing executives about the current state of the industry, the challenges they are currently navigating, and what they expect for the year ahead. PUTTING OUR FOCUS ON THE BORROWER'S EXPERIENCE While technology is upgraded and elevated in the mortgage space, nothing can replace the deep understanding of a borrower's needs that only a lender can have. HOW DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY HELPS KEEP THE AMERICAN DREAM ALIVE FOR MILITARY BORROWERS TAKING THE PULSE OF MORTGAGE SERVICING FINDING A POSITIVE PATH FORWARD MORTGAGE LENDERS: THREE WAYS TO BREAK THE HIRING-LAYOFFS CYCLE Tactfully navigating changes in the mortgage marketplace can make or break a company, and Tim Von Kaenel of CI&T provides three keys to better position yourself when the market pivots. IN A CHALLENGING MARKET, HOME EQUITY INVESTMENTS OWN THE SPOTLIGHT In order for HEIs to realize their full potential, it will take the expertise and resources of multiple industry stakeholders. BUILDING REFERRAL RELATIONSHIPS FOR MORE CONSISTENT BUSINESS Veteran mortgage sales trainer and coach Ron Vaimberg shares with MortgagePoint the coaching tips and strategies necessary to establish and foster enduring relationships in the mortgage marketplace. HOW INVESTORS CAN THRIVE IN CRE AMID CHALLENGING MARKET CONDITIONS Derrick Barker of Nectar discusses the state of the commercial real estate sector, and steps that investors can take in order to weather market volatility. IN THIS ISSUE Amid political controversy and budgetary cutbacks, experts discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies' role in today's marketplace as both the American homeownership landscape and workforce continue to diversify and undergo significant demographic shifts. Brought to you by & YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS MAY 2024 Magazine Brought to you by & YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS JULY 2024 Magazine White House Main Street America TO FROM THE As the November elections near, what ripple effects will the next Administration have on the housing industry? MortgagePoint gathered a panel of experts to dig deeper into the impact of the Presidential Elections and potential changes in the White House. 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 product offerings are turning to home equity offerings 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. ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: Brought to you by & YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS AUGUST 2024 Magazine The Burden of Proof MortgagePoint profiles Bron, Inc., a company that has carved out a unique niche with a focus crucial but often-overlooked tasks such as managing registrations, utilities, and HOA verifications. TO YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS LEAVING ITS MARK ON THE INDUSTRY THE 2024 FIVE STAR CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 24-26, 2024 DALLAS, TEXAS OCTBER 2024 Magazine EXPERT INSIGHTS DUTCH MENDENHALL Founder of RADD Companies YOUR TRUSTED SOURCE FOR MORTGAGE BANK ING AND SERVICING NEWS NOVEMBER 2024 Magazine Industry Leaders on What's Ahead MortgagePoint speaks with servicing executives about the current state of the industry, the challenges they are currently navigating, and what they expect for the year ahead. PUTTING OUR FOCUS ON THE BORROWER'S EXPERIENCE While technology is upgraded and elevated in the mortgage space, nothing can replace the deep understanding of a borrower's needs that only a lender can have. HOW DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY HELPS KEEP THE AMERICAN DREAM ALIVE FOR MILITARY BORROWERS TAKING THE PULSE OF MORTGAGE SERVICING Subscribe to MortgagePoint and MortgagePoint Digital now! Experts you trust. People you know. News you want. MortgagePoint is putting essential mortgage market news at your fingertips with our new digital edition, now available online via your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Enjoy the magazine at your desk, and tap into MortgagePoint Digital's easily accessible platform anywhere, anytime. 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? Magazine