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Thursday December 11, 2025
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James Dwiggins is the Co-CEO of NextHome, one of the fastest-growing real estate franchises in the U.S. with over 600 offices nationwide. A third-generation real estate professional and serial entrepreneur, James co-founded NextHome in 2014 and later launched Rayse, a tech platform for agents, in 2020. Known for his fearless, forward-thinking leadership, James has become a go-to voice on the future of real estate—especially in the wake of major industry shifts. Through his podcast Real Estate Unfiltered, James delivers sharp, unfiltered takes on everything from compensation changes to tech disruption, earning him industry accolades like the Inman Innovator Award, RISMedia Newsmaker, and repeated recognition on the Swanepoel Power 200. Whether on stage or behind the mic, James is shaping what’s next in real estate—with clarity, conviction, and zero fluff. |
Thursday December 18, 2025
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Mike Metz is the Chief Operating Officer at VIP Mortgage, where he’s spent more than a decade helping the company grow from a 60-person team into a leading independent lender. Known for his thoughtful, process-driven approach to leadership, Mike focuses on building systems that make lending better—for loan officers, borrowers, and the communities they serve. A former loan originator and lifelong learner, Mike blends operational expertise with a genuine curiosity about people, business, and how things work. When he’s not improving workflows or mentoring teams, you’ll find him deep in a new book, training for his next triathlon, or volunteering in his local community. Driven by a simple mission to “do good, do well, and help people,” Mike brings a rare balance of intellect, empathy, and execution to the mortgage industry. |
Thursday January 8, 2026
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Scott serves as the Vice President of Compliance for MQMR. Scott brings over 25 years of experience in the mortgage origination and servicing industries, focusing on legal & regulatory compliance, change implementation and organizational risk management. As the Vice President of Compliance, Scott tracks and monitors new and updated laws, regulations and agency guidelines, and ensures that MQMR and its clients are pro-actively aware of the changes and ready to implement whatever steps are needed to remain in compliance. Scott also provides monthly compliance assistance to mortgage servicers, and fair lending assistance to lenders and servicers. Prior to joining MQMR, Scott served as Chief Compliance Officer for several large mortgage lenders, in both retail and wholesale mortgage lending channels. Scott created and implemented Compliance Management Systems (CMS), policies and procedures, audit protocols and training programs. Additionally, Scott developed an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework within the organization. Scott also developed Internal Audit protocols, including relationships with 3rd party, independent Internal Audit companies. Scott holds a Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in Political Science from Stanford University, and a Juris Doctor (JD) Degree from George Washington University Law School. |
Thursday January 22, 2026
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Erin Dee is the Chief Operating Officer of Interlinc Mortgage and President of the Texas Mortgage Bankers Association, with more than two decades of experience spanning mortgage lending, servicing, and operations. From her start as an underwriter to leadership roles in capital markets, compliance, and technology, Erin has built a reputation for turning complex challenges into efficient, scalable solutions. She is also the co-host of the Basis Points podcast and a frequent voice on industry advocacy, drawing on her background in both finance and operations to champion policies that strengthen housing and mortgage markets. A graduate of the MBA’s Future Leaders program, Erin earned her B.S. in Finance with honors from the University of Central Florida and an M.B.A. in Finance from Nova Southeastern University. Based in Austin, she is an avid runner, traveler, and longtime supporter of Austin Pets Alive. |
Thursday January 29, 2026
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Alberto Piña is the CEO of PorchPass™, a pioneering fintech company designed to revolutionize the manufactured home financing landscape. Under Alberto’s leadership, the company is redefining affordable homeownership by streamlining land acquisition and construction financing for factory-built homes. A seasoned entrepreneur and advocate for accessible housing, Alberto applies a deep understanding of technology, finance, and underserved markets to bridge gaps in the $20 billion+ factory-built housing sector. By making processes faster, simpler, and more cost-effective, he’s creating new pathways to homeownership where conventional models often fall short. |
Thursday February 5, 2026
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Bob Broeksmit is the President and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), bringing more than 35 years of leadership across every facet of the mortgage industry. A Certified Mortgage Banker and Yale graduate, Bob has overseen multibillion-dollar origination, servicing, and balance sheet operations while serving in senior roles at leading institutions including Chevy Chase Bank, Prudential Home Mortgage, and The Money Store.
Before joining MBA in 2018, Bob was President and COO of Treliant, a Washington, D.C.–based financial services consultancy, where he advised executives and boards on regulatory compliance, litigation defense, and operational strategy. Earlier in his career, he built and led mortgage businesses recognized for excellence in servicing operations, earning Freddie Mac’s Tier One and Hall of Fame designations. Widely respected as a voice for the industry, Bob has testified as a mortgage underwriting expert in high-profile cases and previously chaired MBA’s Residential Board of Governors. Today, he leads MBA’s advocacy on behalf of lenders, service providers, and the broader housing finance ecosystem. |
Thursday February 12, 2026
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Natalie Alexander, CPA, AMP, is the President and Chief Financial Officer of Willow Bend Mortgage, where she leads company strategy, operations, and financial management. Over her 14 years with the firm, she has played a key role in its growth and success, guiding financial strategy and fostering a culture of integrity and collaboration. A Texas A&M graduate with a Bachelor's in Accounting and Master's in Finance, Natalie combines deep financial expertise with a people-first approach to leadership as she helps steer Willow Bend into its next chapter of innovation and expansion. |
Thursday February 19, 2026
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Jay Arneja is a mortgage technology veteran with more than 25 years of experience leading strategy, partnerships, and innovation across the housing finance ecosystem. At nCino, she helps shape the company’s global mortgage partnerships and operational strategy, working closely with clients and fintech collaborators to advance digital transformation across lending. A recognized HousingWire Tech Trendsetter and longtime advocate for women in housing and technology, Jay’s career spans leadership roles at MERSCORP, SimpleNexus, and other mortgage technology pioneers. She is also a contributing author to REYKAN: Rethink Everything You Know About Networking, where she explores how relationships drive innovation and impact in the mortgage industry. Passionate about connection and collaboration, Jay continues to champion both human and technological networks that move the industry forward. |
Thursday February 26, 2026
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Brian Vieaux, CMB, is the President of MISMO, where he leads the mortgage industry’s central standards body and its mission to bring greater efficiency, transparency, and interoperability to the entire real estate finance ecosystem. With more than 30 years of experience across origination, fintech, and enterprise lending, Brian is nationally recognized for championing responsible innovation and pushing the industry toward a more seamless, data-driven digital mortgage experience.
Before joining MISMO, Brian served as President & COO of FinLocker, guiding the growth of a consumer financial fitness and homeownership readiness platform used by lenders nationwide. His background also includes senior leadership roles at Flagstar Bank, where he built and scaled national TPO channels and strategic partnerships. A Certified Mortgage Banker since 2005, Brian is the co-author of Rethink Everything You Know About Being a Next Gen Loan Officer and an active voice in industry education through board service, speaking engagements, and multiple podcasts. His leadership philosophy—“Point of Thought, not just Point of Sale”—reflects his commitment to empowering both lenders and consumers through smarter technology and deeper financial understanding. |
Thursday March 5, 2026
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Jodi Hall is the President and CEO of The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), bringing nearly 30 years of transformative experience across the mortgage industry. A visionary leader and founder of DandaRoad Consulting, Jodi has driven innovation, operational excellence, and growth in senior roles at major lenders and technology firms. Before leading TMC, Jodi held senior positions at CrossCountry Mortgage, Nationwide Mortgage Bankers, and others, where she scaled multibillion-dollar operations and championed tech-enabled culture change. She is widely respected for her ability to build teams, mentor emerging talent, and merge mortgage expertise with digital transformation. |
