Building a Legacy of Generosity From Personal Success With Kevin Giza

Kevin Giza is the Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending at The Giza Group within CrossCountry Mortgage, where he helps clients make informed financial decisions regarding home loans. He brought the first CrossCountry Mortgage franchise to Pittsburgh, now ranked as the country's number one retail mortgage lender. With over 20 years of experience, Kevin has been recognized as a top-performing loan officer in Pennsylvania and nationally for many years. Among his many accolades, he's been nominated as a Five Star Mortgage Professional by Pittsburgh Magazine for eight consecutive years, and he's been featured in Real Producers magazine several times. Outside of his professional accomplishments, Kevin uses his success to stay heavily involved in philanthropy. In this episode… What does it truly mean to make an impact with the success you've built? For some, it's about personal milestones; for others, it's about transforming their achievements into a force for good in their communities. How can we use our personal success to empower those around us and leave a lasting legacy? According to Kevin Giza, a philanthropist and a seasoned leader in mortgage lending, the key lies in recognizing the privileges we often take for granted and actively seeking ways to uplift others. He highlights how even small acts of generosity can create ripple effects that transform lives and communities. Whether through mentoring young athletes or funding initiatives for underserved communities, Kevin emphasizes the fulfillment that comes from aligning personal achievements with meaningful impact. In this episode of You Can't Take it With You, Jim Dunlop sits down with Kevin Giza, Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending at The Giza Group, to discuss how to leverage personal success to build stronger communities. Together, they explore Kevin's creation of the Perfect Pitch Camp, lessons learned from mission work in Cape Verde, and the value of involving family in generosity efforts. Kevin also shares practical advice on how to start giving back, no matter where you are on your journey to success.