EPISODE · Aug 13, 2026 · 8 MIN
Hedging Ai - Less Risk More Profits
from The Pavan Perspective · host Pavan Agarwal
In this episode of The Pavan Perspective, David Lykken sits down with David Pahwa, Head of Capital Markets at Sun West, to explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming market analysis, loan pull-through forecasting, hedging, and risk management. Discover how Ai processes thousands of loans, helps preserve margins during uncertain market conditions, supports smarter trading decisions, and provides powerful insights into mortgage-backed securities and interest rate trends. Whether you're a mortgage professional, real estate expert, fintech enthusiast, investor, or simply interested in the future of Ai in finance, this episode delivers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how technology is reshaping the mortgage industry.Speaker InformationPavan AgarwalFounder/CEO of Celligence LLC and Creator of AngelAiPavan Agarwal is the Chief Executive Officer of Sun West, one of the largest independent, privately owned mortgage companies based in the U.S. He is also the founder of Celligence, which harnesses the best of Artificial Intelligence and Empathetic Technology to make mortgages simple and accessible to everyone. Pavan is a major proponent of Fair Lending and using technology to create homeownership opportunities for underserved markets. He loves to bring innovation into the mortgage industry and seamlessly integrate business units, products, and disparate goals into a single architecture to achieve success. Pavan's exceptional achievements have garnered recognition from prestigious media outlets, including Fox News, Yahoo!, and Bloomberg. He's also been nominated for a national philanthropy award for his work with The Autism Community in Action (TACA).Gurpreet (David) PahwaHead of Capital Markets at Sun WestGurpreet Pahwa, also known as David, is a seasoned professional who joined Sun West in 2008. With a wealth of experience and expertise in the financial industry, David currently holds the position of Head of Capital Markets at Sun West. His strategic vision and in-depth knowledge have been instrumental in driving Sun West's success in the dynamic world of capital markets. David's leadership and analytical skills have played a crucial role in optimizing Sun West's investment strategies and ensuring the company's financial stability and growth. His commitment to excellence and innovative approach have earned him a reputation as a trusted leader in the field of capital markets. David LykkenFounder and Chief Transformation Officer | Executive Coach and Business Strategy Consultant | Transformational Mortgage Solutions, LLCDavid Lykken is a seasoned mortgage industry expert with over four decades of experience. As a former owner-operator of three mortgage banking companies, a software firm, and several leading consulting businesses, David has a proven track record of driving growth through consulting, executive coaching, and strategic communications. He specializes in working with C-level executives and business owners to develop business strategies, enhance sales and marketing efforts, and streamline operations for greater efficiency and profitability.David is a regular guest on FOX Business News and CNBC and hosts the popular weekly podcast, "Lykken on Lending," which attracts thousands of mortgage professionals nationwide. He also produces the daily market commentary, "Today’s Mortgage Minute," which reaches millions of viewers through various media outlets. In addition, David is a prolific writer, contributing articles to leading industry publications on a regular basis.Fox News, Yahoo!, Bloomberg, and CNBC are registered trademarks of Fox Media LLC, Yahoo Inc., Bloomberg Finance One L.P., and NBCUniversal Media, LLC, respectively.Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. is acting as the Lender and offers financing to qualified borrowers. Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc is not affiliated with any third parties mentioned above. The names are owned by the respective third parties.
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