Mortgage Women

10/13/2025

🗝️ Success isn’t just about perfecting the process — it’s about recognizing the potential in people.
Erin Reed, VP at ServiceLink, shares what truly differentiates great leaders in From Barriers to Breakthroughs.
📖 Read the full feature: https://bit.ly/3KatR8A
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10/09/2025

🔥 Big things are happening for women in leadership!

Our very own Melissa Pianin, Executive Director of the Mortgage Women Leadership Council, is heading to the Power of Her Summit on October 16 in Blue Bell, PA, hosted by Sue Meitner.

This high-energy event celebrates women who lead, build, and inspire — and Melissa is right at the heart of that mission. She’ll be connecting with other powerhouse leaders, sharing ideas, and bringing back fresh insights to help women in mortgage spark, soar, and succeed.

Let’s cheer her on as she represents MWLC at this incredible gathering! 💥

🔗 suemeitner.com/power-of-her-summit

There are still some spots available if you'd like to join Melissa and take part in this transformational day for women.

10/06/2025

🌟 Growth doesn’t come from comfort zones — it comes from feedback.

As Kim Hare, President of Fay Servicing, reminds us:
“Aligning yourself with leaders who provide honest, constructive feedback — both positive and critical — creates opportunities for meaningful development and long-term success.”

Discover her insights on resilience, leadership, and adaptability in Mortgage Women Magazine: 👉 https://bit.ly/4nOjnua

10/01/2025

🌟 Today we shine the Wednesday spotlight on Sydney Barber, Head of Product at Floify.

Sydney leads with resilience, consistency, and by building trust through collaboration — elevating the diverse perspectives of those around her. She’s found success by staying true to her values, and letting her work speak for itself.

Sydney is an advocate for expanding opportunities for women in mortgage beyond traditional sales roles, championing paths in operations, product, tech, and strategy.

💡 Her advice?
“Every day is a school day in the mortgage industry! You’ll never know everything, and that’s fine. Focus on understanding where you shine, where your teammates shine, and how to build something greater together. The best leaders ask more questions than they answer."

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4mIxSyU

✨ Learn. Lead. Lift others. Visit👉 MortgageWomen.com and take the next step by joining the Mortgage Women’s Leadership Council.

09/29/2025

✨ Thinking about making a career change? ✨

“Before diving into any career change, let’s pause for a moment — what does your ideal lifestyle look like?” – Tina Asher, Coach & Founder, Build U Up Consulting

Tina shares powerful insight in her feature with Mortgage Women Magazine on how to stop working against yourself and start aligning your career with the life you truly want.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3W2hYEp

09/24/2025

Wednesday: Kelly Rivas

This week, Mortgage Women is proud to spotlight Kelly Rivas, CEO of Kelly Mortgage Center (KMC Loans) — better known across the industry as “The Mortgage Queen.” 👑

Kelly’s crown isn’t just an accessory, it’s a symbol of resilience, self-belief, and the power of standing out.

💼 Career & Impact

Founded Kelly Mortgage Center in 2005

Achieved $10.5M in loan production in 2023

Author of The Mortgage Matrix, guiding homeowners through loan challenges

Founder of WHHAM, a nonprofit advancing financial literacy & homeownership

At Mortgage Women, we’re proud to celebrate leaders like Kelly who bring confidence, authenticity, and vision to the mortgage industry.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3zDl8GY

✨ Learn. Lead. Lift others. Visit 👉 MortgageWomen.com, and take the next step by joining the Mortgage Women’s Leadership Council.

09/23/2025

🚨 Happening TOMORROW!

Workplace dynamics can be tricky — but with the right tools, you can handle them with clarity and confidence.

Join Jennifer McGuinness, CEO of Pivot Financial, for an interactive session on Managing Workplace Relationships & Handling Difficult Conversations.

🗓️ September 24, 2025
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM EST

Learn strategies for:
✔ Addressing conflict directly (without drama)
✔ Giving & receiving feedback effectively
✔ Navigating tough conversations with professionalism

Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your communication skills and strengthen your workplace relationships.

👉 Register now: https://www.mortgagewomen.com/events/managing-workplace-relationships-and-handling-difficult-conversations

*Must be a member of the Mortgage Women Leadership Council to attend. Use code MWM25 for 1 year free.

09/22/2025

🚀 Even in today’s market, growth is possible.

“When originators work with wholesale Non-QM lending partners who live and breathe Non-QM, they enjoy new growth opportunities despite the state of the market.”
— Sara Stogsdill, SVP of Wholesale Operations, Deephaven Mortgage

👉 Read more insights in Mortgage Women:
https://bit.ly/4n7RIof


Summarize this table

09/18/2025

In a world that often feels like it’s spinning too fast, the MWLC offers a grounding space to reconnect, collaborate, and create meaningful opportunities opportunities with a new series of working groups starting with the Mortgage Ops Exchange.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3I2qFLS

In a world that often feels like it’s spinning too fast, the MWLC offers a grounding space to reconnect, collaborate, and create meaningful opportunities.

09/18/2025

In a world that often feels like it’s spinning too fast, the MWLC offers a grounding space to reconnect, collaborate, and create meaningful opportunities.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3I2qFLS

In a world that often feels like it’s spinning too fast, the MWLC offers a grounding space to reconnect, collaborate, and create meaningful opportunities.

09/17/2025

Wednesday

We’re honored to highlight Dr. Vanessa Montañez, D.E.L., a powerhouse in community lending and a true advocate for inclusive homeownership. From humble beginnings in a call center, to becoming City National Bank’s first-ever Community Lending National Sales Manager, Vanessa has built programs, broken barriers, and inspired a new standard for service in underserved communities.

Through initiatives like the Ladder Up Program, her leadership is reshaping access to affordable housing across the nation.

Read more about Vanessa’s full journey in Mortgage Women Magazine:

🔗 https://bit.ly/48jDLyK

Explore more at: 👉 Mortgagewomen.com and join the Mortgage Women’s Leadership Council to connect, grow, and lead.

09/15/2025

🌟 From Barriers to Breakthroughs 🌟

“I always wanted to learn as much about the business as possible so whenever the opportunity arose to work in a different department or learn about something new, I never said no, believing that the more I knew about the business the better employee I would be."
— Susan Falsetti, Managing Director, ServiceLink

💡 Susan’s story reminds us that saying yes to growth opportunities can open doors and shape leadership journeys.

👉 Read more in Mortgage Women Magazine: https://bit.ly/3KatR8A