CONNECT by California MBA
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Welcome to California MBA's podcast, Connect, our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry.California MBA serves to represent the residential and commercial real estate finance industry before all governing bodies. The California MBA encourages and promotes sound business practices and honesty in marketing, origination, lending and servicing of mortgage loans through our educational and networking opportunities.
Episodes
- People First, Technology Behind the Scenes | Neil Armstrong, CRO of Indecomm | Connect Podcast
The mortgage industry has been talking about AI and automation for years — but where is it actually delivering results today? In this episode of Connect, California MBA CEO Paul Gigliotti sits down with Neil Armstrong, newly appointed Chie…
- Why AI Won't Replace Your Loan Officer — And What Will | Bob Jennings, CEO of TrustEngine
The mortgage borrower has changed — but most lenders' engagement strategies haven't. In this episode of Connect, Paul Gigliotti, CEO of the California MBA, sits down with Bob Jennings, CEO of TrustEngine, to unpack what it really takes to…
- How Digital Collateral is Transforming Capital Markets | Michael Sachdev, CEO of Snapdocs
Closing isn't just a moment at the end of a loan—it’s the highest leverage integration point in the entire mortgage lifecycle. In this episode of Connect, Paul Gigliotti, CEO of the California MBA, sits down with Michael Sachdev, CEO of Sn…
- Mortgage Industry 2026 Outlook: Rates, Housing Supply & AI with John Hedlund
In this episode of the Connect Podcast, California MBA CEO Paul Gigliotti sits down with John Hedlund, Vice Chair of ICE, Vice Chairman of the National MBA, and California MBA Board Member. John shares powerful insights from ICE Experience…
- Why AB1018 Could Raise Mortgage Costs 50%+ | Paul Gigliotti & Nick Pabarcus Discuss
In this episode of the INSIDE THE IMPACT Podcast from the California MBA, host Paul Gigliotti, CEO of the California MBA, sits down with Nick Pabarcus, Managing Director of Non-QM Sales at PennyMac, to break down California bill AB1018 and…
- Unified POS/LOS + AI: Wilco's Charlie Changes Mortgage Production Forever
Join Paul Gigliotti, CEO of California MBA, on Connect for Episode 254 with Tom Morelli from Wilco! Discover how Wilco is transforming mortgage origination with Charlie – a groundbreaking Production Optimization Platform (POP) that unites…
- From Paper Stacks to AI-Powered Verification: The Future of Mortgage Lending w/ Sasha Stair, CMB®
In this powerful episode of the Connect Podcast by California MBA, host and CEO Paul Gigliotti, sits down with Sasha Stair, CMB®, CMO at Xactus, to unpack the massive shift happening in mortgage verification. Say goodbye to outdated, manua…
- Will AB 801 Change How We Lend in 2026? | IMPACT Podcast
In this episode of the IMPACT Podcast, California MBA CEO Paul Gigliotti sits down with Chuck Iverson to break down California’s proposed Community Reinvestment Act (AB 801) and what it means for the industry heading into 2026. While the i…
- Secondary Market Secrets: Whole Loan Trading, Valuations & Market Shifts with Rams Capital | Ep. 252
In this episode of Connect by California MBA, host Paul Gigliotti sits down with Vik Kasparin from Rams Mortgage Capital for an in-depth look at the secondary mortgage market. Rams specializes in mortgage asset valuation, training, advisor…
- Connect with Connect with John Rothfield, Derivative Logic | Episode 248
Join us on the Connect Podcast as CEO of the California MBA, Paul, sits down with John Rothfield, a seasoned economist and advisor at Derivative Logic, for a deep dive into the current financial landscape, managing market volatility, and t…
- Digital mortgages aren't the future. They're here. | Connect with Leah Sommerville, DocMagic | 247
Digital mortgages aren't the future — they're here. Tune in to the latest episode of the Connect Podcast, presented by the California MBA, to hear how the industry is making the shift to fully digital closings! This week, the CEO of the Ca…
- Connect with Paul Gigliotti, Incoming CEO, California MBA | Episode 246
In this special edition of the Connect podcast, outgoing CEO Susan Milazzo sits down with her successor, Paul Gigliotti, to discuss the future of the California MBA (California Mortgage Bankers Association) Susan celebrates her 21 years of…
- Connect with Mark Wilson, CEO, Advisent | Episode 245
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Mark Wilson, CEO, Advisent Episode discussion topics: How you got into the mortgage indust…
- Connect with Lee Gillispie, Senior Managing Principal, Paradatec | Episode 244
Connect with Lee Gillispie, Senior Managing Principal, Paradatec | Episode 244 by The California MBA
- Connect with Susanne Livingston, RWM Home Loans and Jimson Tharayil, Acrisure | Episode 243
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Susanne Livingston Owner/Chief Strategy Officer, RWM Home Loans and Jimson Tharayil VP Str…
- Connect with Kenon Chen, EVP Strategy and Growth, Clear Capital | Episode 242
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Kenon Chen, EVP Strategy and Growth, Clear Capital. Episode discussion topics: Tell us how…
- Connect with Daniel Ceniceros, Founder & CEO, Connect Media | Episode 241
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Daniel Ceniceros, Founder & CEO, Connect Media Episode discussion topics: 1:59 - What inno…
- Connect with Cody Charfauros, Principal/Managing Director, Slatt Capital | Episode 240
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Cody Charfauros, Principal/Managing Director, Slatt Capital Episode discussion topics: Wha…
- Connect with Jon Brod, Co-Founder & CMO, Roam | Episode 239
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Jon Brod, Co-Founder & CMO, Roam Episode discussion topics: 1:14 - Let’s start with your j…
- Connect with Amy Moses, Business Development Consultant, MISMO | Episode 238
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Amy Moses, Business Development Consultant, MISMO Episode discussion topics: 1:28 - I alwa…
- Connect with Caren Castle, Managing Attorney, California, The Mortgage Law Firm | Episode 237
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Caren Castle, Managing Attorney, California, The Mortgage Law Firm Episode discussion time…
- Connect with Mitch Kider, Managing Partner, Weiner Brodsky Kider, PC | Episode 236
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Mitch Kider, Managing Partner, Weiner Brodsky Kider, PC Episode discussion timestamps: 1:2…
- Connect with Tom Davis, Chief Sales Officer, Deephaven Mortgage | Episode 235
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Tom Davis, Chief Sales Officer, Deephaven Mortgage. Episode discussion timestamps: 1:30 -…
- Connect with Cheryl Messner, PRODUCT Polly | Episode 234
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Cheryl Messner, PRODUCT, Polly Episode discussion timestamps: 1:29 - Tell us how you got i…
- Praveen Chandramohan, SVP, Origination Growth Solutions, Cotality
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Praveen Chandramohan, SVP, Origination Growth Solutions, Cotality Episode discussion times…
- Connect with Marcus Carter, President, La Mesa Fund Control & Escrow Inc. | Episode 231
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Marcus Carter, President, La Mesa Fund Control & Escrow Inc. Episode discussion timestamps…
- Connect with Paul Gigliotti, Head of Growth and Partnerships, Prudent AI | Episode 230
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Paul Gigliotti, Head of Growth and Partnerships, Prudent AI Episode discussion timestamps:…
- Connect with Anthony Ho, Managing Director and Chief Credit Officer, Amerihome Mortgage | Ep. 229
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Anthony Ho, Managing Director and Chief Credit Officer, Amerihome Mortgage Episode discuss…
- Connect with Tom Delaney, President, Bankers Insurance Service | Episode 228
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Tom Delaney, President, Bankers Insurance Service Episode discussion timestamps: 1:39 - I…
- Connect with Agustin Del Rio, Founder and CEO, Gallus Insights | Episode 227
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Agustin (Augie) Del Rio, Founder and CEO, Gallus Insights Episode discussion topics: I alw…
- Connect with Brandon Glidden, CEO, 2n1 Tech Solutions | Episode 226
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Brandon Glidden, CEO, 2n1 Tech Solutions Episode discussion timestamps: 1:26 - How you sta…
- Connect with Leslie Winick, Chief Strategy Officer, MCT (Mortgage Capital Trading) | Episode 225
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Leslie Winick, Chief Strategy Officer, MCT (Mortgage Capital Trading) Episode discussion t…
- Connect with T. Robert Finlay, Esq., Partner, Wright, Finlay & Zak, LLP | Episode 224
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome T. Robert Finlay, Esq., Partner, Wright, Finlay & Zak, LLP Episode discussion timestamps:…
- Connect with Melissa Koupal, CMG Financial and Maria Moskver, CloudVirga | Episode 223
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome 2024 Legal Issues and Compliance Conference Co-chairs Melissa Koupal, | SVP, Servicing Ris…
- Connect with Ken Perry, President and CEO, Knowledge Coop | Episode 222
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Ken Perry, President and CEO, Knowledge Coop Episode discussion timestamps: 1:31 - How did…
- Connect with Michael Snelling, VP and Danny Gemma, VP, HUB International | Episode 221
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Michael Snelling, Vice President and Danny Gemma, Vice President, HUB International Servic…
- Connect with Mitch Kider, Managing Partner, Weiner Brodsky Kider, PC | Episode 220
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Mitch Kider, Managing Partner, Weiner Brodsky Kider, PC Episode discussion timestamps: 1:3…
- Connect with Kris D. Kully, Partner, Mayer Brown | Episode 219
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Kris D. Kully, Partner, Mayer Brown Episode discussion timestamps: 1:30 - Tell us about yo…
- Connect with David Shirk, Managing Member, Shirk Law PLLC | Episode 218
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome David Shirk, Managing Member, Shirk Law PLLC Episode discussion timestamps: 1:38 - Tell us…
- Connect with Richard J. Andreano, Jr., Partner, Ballard Spahr | Episode 217
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Richard J. Andreano, Jr., Partner, Ballard Spahr Episode discussion timestamps: 1:36 - Wha…
- Connect with Deb Dubois, President, MBA Opens Doors Foundation | Episode 216
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Deb Dubois, President, MBA Opens Doors Foundation Episode discussion timestamps: 1:59 - I…
- Connect with John Walsh, CEO, LERETA | Episode 215
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome John Walsh, CEO, LERETA Episode discussion timestamps: 1:33 - I always like to get started…
- Connect with Carol Ng, Managing Director, Derivative Logic | Episode 214
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Carol Ng, Managing Director, Derivative Logic Episode discussion timestamps: I always like…
- Connect with Elizabeth Burnett, Managing Director, Loan Servicing, Slatt Capital | Episode 213
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Elizabeth Burnett, Managing Director, Loan Servicing, Slatt Capital Episode discussion tim…
- Connect with Adam Chaudhary, President, FundingShield | Episode 212
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Adam Chaudhary President, FundingShield Questions: How did you get into the mortgage indus…
- Connect with Nicollette Chapman, SVP, Mortgage Division, Zonda | Episode 211
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Nicollette Chapman, SVP, Mortgage Division, Zonda. 1:31 - I always like to get started wit…
- Connect with Skye Laudari, CEO, Crib Equity | Episode 210
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Skye Laudari, CEO, Crib Equity 1:43 - Skye, welcome, I always like to get started with a l…
- Connect with Daniel Ceniceros, CEO, Connect Media and Gary Bechtel, CEO, Red Oak Capital Holding
Connect with Daniel Ceniceros, CEO, Connect Media and Gary Bechtel, CEO, Red Oak Capital Holding by The California MBA
- Connect with Greg Vacura, President, Agile Trading Technologies | Episode 208
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Greg Vacura, President, Agile Trading Technologies. 1:36 - Greg, you’ve been a guest on Co…
- Connect with Serene Vernon and Greg Armstrong with LoanStream Mortgage | Episode 207
Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. This week we welcome Serene Vernon, President and Greg Armstrong, Chief Operating Officer, LoanStream Mortgage.…