Mortgage Connect Taps Information Technology Authority Gabe Minton For Chief Information Officer

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Mortgage Connect Taps Information Technology Authority Gabe Minton For Chief Information Officer

Expert Systems Architect and Founding MISMO Member to Head Technology at Leading Mortgage Service Provider

Pittsburgh, PA – July 9, 2020 – Mortgage Connect LP, a national mortgage services provider for the nation’s largest financial institutions, investors and servicers, is pleased to announce the addition of Gabe Minton as Chief Information Officer.  With more than 26 years of experience developing next generation platforms, Minton joins a team made up of some of the most experienced and accomplished leaders in the mortgage industry.

“We are excited to welcome Gabe as CIO,” said Jeff Coury, Chief Executive Officer of Mortgage Connect.  “The constant evolution of our best-in-class technology platform is essential to our continued growth success.  I am confident that Gabe’s expansive experience and proven track record makes him the ideal candidate to head innovation efforts.”

“Mortgage Connect has achieved tremendous success by creating technologies that not only create efficiencies but also enhance the consumer’s experience.” noted Minton. “I am excited to lead the company through the next stage of strategic initiatives, particularly those that will address the pressing challenges lenders and servicers face in today’s demanding environment.”

Prior to Mortgage Connect, Minton was EVP, Chief Information Officer at Guild Mortgage where he was responsible for the company’s core technology infrastructure and developing next generation platforms and services.  Minton has also served as the senior vice president and chief information officer at PHH Mortgage and prior to that, served in senior management, strategy and technology positions with Black Knight’s ServiceLink, Motivity Solutions, Accenture Mortgage Cadence, and the Mortgage Bankers Association.

About Mortgage Connect LP

Mortgage Connect is a Pittsburgh, PA headquartered national mortgage services provider, serving the Origination, Default, Valuation, Critical Communications and Capital Markets sectors.  With additional offices in New York, Texas, California, Colorado, Nevada and Alabama, the company offers customizable solutions for the nation’s lenders and servicers, including 4 of the top 5 and 17 of the top 20.  Through its serve-first culture, Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries are committed to an unwavering level of communication, education and customer service on each transaction and strive to leave an overwhelmingly positive and lasting impression with the consumer, loan officer and the client. For more information, visit www.mortgageconnectlp.com.

Mortgage Connect Names Industry Veteran Stephen Cazzaniga

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Mortgage Connect Names Industry Veteran Stephen Cazzaniga

Senior Vice President of Procurement

Pittsburgh, PA – January 30, 2020 – Mortgage Connect LP, a nationwide mortgage services provider for the nation’s largest financial institutions, investors and servicers, announced today the appointment of industry veteran Stephen Cazzaniga as Senior Vice President of Procurement and Vendor Management.

The Company, listed as one of America’s entrepreneurial growth leaders by INC. 5000’s list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies, tapped Cazzaniga to lead the company’s title exam, online search, tax, and vendor management functions across its Origination, Default, and Capital Markets Divisions.  In his role, Cazzaniga will leverage his 30 years of servicing, default and client relationship experience, working for top mortgage lenders and nationwide mortgage service providers, most recently as a Vice President of Vendor Management at Williston Financial Group.  Cazzaniga joins Mortgage Connect with an impressive background in the industry, holding leadership roles with Stewart Title, Bank of America and Citibank.

“We hand-selected Steve for this role because of his vast leadership skills, his breadth of experience, and his devotion to the client relationship.  Based on my past interactions with Steve, his culture, knowledge and experience align well with Mortgage Connect’s strategic initiatives, and make him a perfect fit for this new role,” said Jeff Coury, CEO. “Through increased automation of data procurement initiatives, we are uniquely positioned to drive efficiencies and performance for clients and their consumers.”

About Mortgage Connect LP

Mortgage Connect is a Pittsburgh, PA headquartered national, independent mortgage services provider, serving the Origination, Default, Valuation, Document Services and Capital Markets sectors.  With additional offices in New York, Texas, California, Colorado, Nevada and Alabama, the company offers customizable solutions to the nation’s lenders and servicers, including 3 of the top 5 and 15 of the top 20.  Through its serve-first culture, Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries are committed to an unwavering level of communication, education and customer service on each transaction and strive to leave an overwhelmingly positive and lasting impression with the consumer, loan officer and the client. For more information, visit www.mortgageconnectlp.com.

Mortgage Connect Supports Expansion with Key Senior Leadership Moves as Company Diversifies Services

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Mortgage Connect Supports Expansion with Key Senior Leadership Moves as Company Diversifies Services

Company Names Industry Veteran, Tim Curtis, to Lead Growing Originations Sales Division

Pittsburgh, PA – October 28, 2019 – Mortgage Connect LP, a national mortgage services provider for the nation’s largest financial institutions, investors and servicers, today announced key leadership moves in response to continued growth and product diversification in its Originations and Default Services, as well and expansion into other significant market segments.

The company, recently named one of America’s Entrepreneurial Growth Leaders by Inc. 5000, has tapped 25-year industry veteran Tim Curtis for the role of Senior Vice President of Enterprise Relationships and Originations Sales Manager. In this role, Curtis will lead the company’s Title, Close, Home Equity and Valuations sales strategy, overseeing all aspects of strategic partnerships and the expansion of Origination sales in the market. Curtis joins Mortgage Connect with an impressive background in the industry, having held executive leadership roles with Principal Residential Mortgage, Inc., CitiMortgage Inc., Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Fidelity National Financial, ServiceLink division, and most recently as national sales manager at Orange Coast Title.

“I am looking forward to working closely with Tim in leading our Originations sales initiatives. His strategic vision, business acumen and strong track record in sales and oversight of client relationships will help broaden our reach, and at the same time, allow us to better serve our national client base,” said Cristy Ward, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of Mortgage Connect. Ward will expand her focus to lead enterprise growth of all Mortgage Connect product offerings, including Originations, Default, Valuations, Capital Markets and the Critical Communications Division, which provides secure and compliant document creation, generation and digital print management.

“Mortgage Connect has shown impressive growth. I am excited to join an innovative company that provides real change to the way consumers experience the mortgage process. The intersection of advanced technology and a unique client-first culture aligns well with my expertise and core interests. I am thrilled to be joining such an impressive team and to contribute to their continued upward trajectory,” added Curtis.

About Mortgage Connect LP

Mortgage Connect is a Pittsburgh, PA headquartered national mortgage services provider, serving the Origination, Default, Valuation, Critical Communications and Capital Markets sectors. With additional offices in New York, Texas, California, Colorado, Nevada and Alabama, the company offers customizable solutions for the nation’s lenders and servicers, including 4 of the top 5 and 17 of the top 20. Through its serve-first culture, Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries are committed to an unwavering level of communication, education and customer service on each transaction and strive to leave an overwhelmingly positive and lasting impression with the consumer, loan officer and the client. For more information, visit www.mortgageconnectlp.com.

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Mortgage Connect Appoints Accomplished Industry Leader Brian Frye As Executive Vice President Capital Market

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MORTGAGE CONNECT APPOINTS ACCOMPLISHED INDUSTRY LEADER BRIAN FRYE AS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT CAPITAL MARKETS

Company Targets Accelerated Growth and Customer Expansion

Pittsburgh, PA – October 25, 2019 – Mortgage Connect LP, a national mortgage services provider for the nation’s largest financial institutions, investors, servicers and GSEs, today announced it has appointed Capital Markets veteran Brian Frye to the role of Executive Vice President, Capital Markets.

The Company, recently named one of America’s Entrepreneurial Growth Leaders by Inc. 5000, has tapped Frye to lead sales and operations for its Capital Markets division which provides title, collateral, and transaction support services that cater to the demanding needs of institutional investors, banks, and GSEs that trade and securitize whole loans in the secondary market. The division’s products and services streamline the due diligence process and ensure the upmost quality and attention to detail on all deliverables. Leveraging his 15-year career as a senior mortgage banking and capital markets executive, Frye is responsible for maintaining operational excellence as the division diversifies and expands to meet the changing marketplace.

Frye was a principal and co-founder of AMRE Solutions, a diversified mortgage default services company, acquired by a large national mortgage services provider in 2013. He most recently held the role of Senior Vice President at Solidifi Title LLC., where he established the firm’s Capital Market division.

“We are pleased to have Brian leading our Capital Markets division and expansion initiatives. Brian is highly regarded in the Capital Markets space and has a proven track record building solutions to meet the needs of the largest, and most demanding investors in the industry. Equally as important, he shares our client-first culture and relentless commitment to customer service,” said Jeff Coury Mortgage Connect CEO and Managing Partner.

“Mortgage Connect is at the forefront of innovation in the industry, with remarkable growth and a solid reputation for servicing some of the nation’s largest lenders, servicers, investors and investment banks in the country. I am excited to leverage the Company’s foundation of robust technology, infrastructure, and leadership to meet the needs of our customer base and to provide the ultimate customer service experience,” stated Frye. “We are completely aligned on our strategic vision for the marketplace and building trusted relationships with all current and future clients,” Frye added.

About Mortgage Connect LP

Mortgage Connect is a Pittsburgh, PA headquartered national mortgage service provider, serving the Origination, Default, Valuation, Critical Communications, and Capital Markets sectors. With additional offices in New York, Texas, California, Colorado, Nevada and Alabama, the company offers customizable solutions to the nation’s lenders and servicers, including 4 of the top 5 and 17 of the top 20. Through its serve-first culture, Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries are committed to an unwavering level of communication, education and customer service on each transaction and strive to leave an overwhelmingly positive and lasting impression with the consumer, loan officer and the client. For more information, visit www.mortgageconnectlp.com.

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Mortgage Connect LP Announces Expansion of Default Division

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MORTGAGE CONNECT LP ANNOUNCES EXPANSION of DEFAULT DIVISION

Leading Mortgage Service Provider Diversifies Services, Hires Key Industry Experts and Expands Geographic Footprint

Pittsburgh, PA – January 30, 2018 – Mortgage Connect LP, a national mortgage service provider for the nation’s largest financial institutions, investors and servicers, announces expansion of its default division through geographic expansion of key operational centers, product diversification, and hiring of industry top default leaders.  The Company, which was listed as one of America’s entrepreneurial growth leaders by INC. 5000’s list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies in 2017, will continue to invest in the Default Sector to be equipped for any market shifts and client demand.

“Our portfolio of comprehensive mortgage solutions now encompasses end-to-end services across the default continuum, including nationwide pre-foreclosure title support, trustee sale guarantee, loss mitigation title services, REO and default title and closing services.  Diversifying into these markets, coupled with the addition of a leadership team of highly seasoned industry veterans, will strengthen our ability to provide end-to-end solutions. We are proactive in preparing for market shifts to ensure we continue to provide the optimum consumer experience and first-in-class service, and to continue innovation across the mortgage spectrum,” stated Jeff Coury, CEO of Mortgage Connect.

In addition to product diversification, the company has extended its geographic foothold and licensing expansion into Alabama, Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington, which will enable Mortgage Connect to service directly the majority of its origination and default business, while delivering specialized market expertise and a local presence.

In order to execute on this expansion effort, Mortgage Connect has retained several key industry experts.  Jay Anderson, who joined the company in September 2017, serves as Senior Vice President of Loss Mitigation Title Services within the Default Services Division.  Mr. Anderson has nearly twenty years’ experience in managing and driving key initiatives within the loss mitigation and default services segments, most recently with a large nationwide title insurance company.

Alan Chang, Vice President of Default Services, who also joined the company in 2017, oversees Pre-Foreclosure Title and Trustee Sale Guarantee Services.  Mr. Chang’s expertise within the title insurance industry is paralleled by a keen focus on creating a superior client experience through optimal workflows and technology.

Sheri Yoho, Executive Vice President of Operations at Mortgage Connect, has successfully built the Origination Title Close operations, driving the company’s leading performance and growth in the market since joining the company in 2013. Ms. Yoho has previously built a centralized REO Title and Closing Operations team and managed overall REO customer satisfaction, which she will now oversee for the company’s REO Title & Close Division.

“We look forward to  offering a true end-to-end default title process to serve the needs of lenders and servicers with a streamlined solution that improves efficiency and reduces costs,” added Mr. Coury.

About Mortgage Connect LP

Mortgage Connect is a Pittsburgh, PA headquartered national mortgage service provider, serving the Origination, Default, Valuation, and Capital Markets sectors.  With additional offices in New York, Texas, California, Colorado, Nevada and Alabama, the company offers customizable solutions to the nation’s largest lenders and servicers, including 3 of the top 5 and 15 of the top 20.  Through its serve-first culture, Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries are committed to an unwavering level of communication, education and customer service on each transaction and strive to leave an overwhelmingly positive and lasting impression with their clients and consumers.  For more information, visit www.mortgageconnectlp.com.

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Mortgage Connect LP Debuts on INC. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies

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Pittsburgh, PA – September 19, 2017 – Mortgage Connect LP, a national mortgage service provider for the nation’s largest financial institutions, investors, and servicers, has been named one of America’s entrepreneurial growth leaders by Inc., ranking number 1504 overall on the 2017 Inc. 5000 list of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most successful companies within the economy’s dynamic privately held businesses. Against a backdrop of increased regulation, a declining refinance market, and rising interest rates, Mortgage Connect has expanded to provide comprehensive mortgage settlement services and has opened offices in California, Texas, New York, Alabama and Colorado.

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Mortgage Connect Names Bob Franco President, Originations

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MORTGAGE CONNECT NAMES BOB FRANCO PRESIDENT, ORIGINATIONS

Industry Veteran Joining Firm to Support Rapid Growth of Origination Services 

Pittsburgh, PA – March 14, 2017 – Mortgage Connect LP today announced that it has named Bob Franco as President of its Originations Division.

An industry veteran whose experience spans nearly three decades in the mortgage services industry, Bob has vast knowledge opening and growing centralized service platforms for the industry’s largest title insurers servicing the top mortgage lenders nationwide. Bob is a founding member and former President of United Lender Services, a USAA company, where he directed the Company’s operational, sales and support functions specific to appraisal, title insurance and closing services. He has also held key strategic leadership roles with Prudential, Merrill Lynch, Fidelity National Financial and United General Title Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of First American Title Insurance Company.

“Bob is a fantastic addition to our management team.  His vision and tenacity will elevate our Originations Division to the next level,” said Jeff Coury, CEO, Mortgage Connect LP.  “Our tremendous growth and diversification into parallel lines of mortgage service offerings requires strong leadership with a proven track record of success.  Bob’s experience, culture and service-first approach are perfectly aligned with our strategic initiatives, and will be a tremendous asset to Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries.”

In his new role, Bob will have oversight of the Originations division, including the Core Refinance Services, Private Wealth, Mortgage Connect Escrow, Inc. California and New York divisions as well as the company’s new Appraisal division.  “I am thrilled to join Mortgage Connect and support their continued mission to innovate the mortgage process and their passion to enhance the consumer experience, helping clients retain the consumer beyond the closing process,” Bob said.  “I look forward to working with such a solid, experienced team and supporting their rapid growth.”

About Mortgage Connect LP

Mortgage Connect, is a Pittsburgh, PA-based national mortgage service provider, serving the Origination, Default, Home Equity, Private Wealth, and Appraisal sectors.  With offices in New York, Texas, Colorado and California, the company offers customizable solutions to the nation’s lenders and servicers, including 6 of the top 10.  Through its serve-first culture, Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries are committed to an unwavering level of communication, education and customer service on each transaction and strive to leave an overwhelmingly positive and lasting impression with the consumer, loan officer and the lender. For more information, visit www.mortgageconnectlp.com.

Mortgage Connect LP Announces Formation of Valuation Connect

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MORTGAGE CONNECT LP ANNOUNCES THE FORMATION OF VALUATION CONNECT THROUGH ACQUISITION OF URBAN LENDING SOLUTIONS APPRAISALS

Acquisition supports company’s continued growth strategy to innovate mortgage transactional services by enhancing operational processes and the consumer experience

Pittsburgh, PA – March 7, 2017 – Mortgage Connect LP, a national closing and title settlement service provider for the nation’s largest financial institutions, investors and servicers, and M&G Realty Enterprises, LLC, a real estate services investment company, announce that through its subsidiary, MCMG Holdings, LLC, they have acquired Urban Lending Solutions Appraisals (ULSA).  ULSA, a Colorado based nationwide appraisal management company, offers innovative, customizable valuation solutions to mid and large sized lenders and servicers. The company, which will transition to the name Valuation Connect, will operate as a subsidiary of Mortgage Connect.

“ULSA is a natural fit to our best-in-class service approach and shares our vision to innovate the mortgage transaction process and enhance the client experience,” stated Jeff Coury, CEO of Mortgage Connect.  “ULSA has a solid foundation in the appraisal space, a strong leadership team and a sound operational strategy.  Consistent with our growth initiatives, expanding into valuations adds depth to our portfolio of mortgage services and strengthens our position in the marketplace.”

ULSA President, Scot Rose, will continue to lead the division and will be joined by his current management team and staff. “Joining the Mortgage Connect family allows us to cultivate innovative ways to service our current clients and to diversify as a leading mortgage services provider,” stated Rose.  Valuation Connect, LLC, as a subsidiary of Mortgage Connect, will leverage existing MSA’s to expand into new product lines.

About Mortgage Connect LP

Mortgage Connect is a Pittsburgh, PA based national closing and title settlement service provider, serving the Origination, Default, Home Equity and Private Wealth sectors.  With offices in New York, Texas and California, the company offers customizable solutions to the nation’s lenders and servicers, including 6 of the top 10.  Through its serve-first culture, Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries are committed to an unwavering level of communication, education and customer service on each transaction and strive to leave an overwhelmingly positive and lasting impression with the consumer, loan officer and the client. For more information, visit www.mortgageconnectlp.com.

About M&G Realty Enterprises, LLC

M&G Realty is a West Palm Beach, FL based investment company, investing in real estate, real estate services and real estate technology and information companies. Some of its investments include KeystoneB2B LLC, Archwell Solutions LLC, Inspire Closing Services LLC, Matic Insurance, and Cloud Virga among others.

About Urban Lending Solutions Appraisal

ULSA is a national provider of valuation services for residential and commercial real estate. ULSA has a full suite of collateral risk  solutions for the Origination, Default, Home Equity and Private Wealth sectors with expertise in retail, wholesale, consumer, FHA, REO, and loss mitigation.

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MReport – 5 Things to Know About the Title & Escrow Industry

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Lenders and servicers are not the only ones faced with regulatory burdens. Title and escrow companies are also wading through the influx of new rules and requirements.

Cristy Ward, Chief Strategy Officer at Mortgage Connect sat down with MReport to explain how title and escrow companies are dealing with regulatory requirements, where this industry is headed, and how they can ensure their business is successful.

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