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East Meets West

by PrimeLending

Join the leaders of our Eastern and Western divisions as they bring together team members from both sides to share their mortgage industry insights, experiences, and best practices. From innovative approaches to common challenges, cultural highlights, and inspiring stories of collaboration, "East Meets West" is your backstage pass to the flourishing partnership between our divisions. East Meets West is produced by PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company, NMLS #13649, Equal Housing Lender.”

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Episodes

  1. Market Insights from MBA's Experts

    In this episode of East Meets West, hosts Al Velasco and Gene Lugat are joined by Dr. Michael Fratantoni, MBA’s Chief Economist & SVP of Research, and Matt Jones, MBA’s Associate VP of Government Housing Finance. Together they dive into the evolving mortgage landscape, tackling housing supply,...

  2. Becky Carver and Finding What Fills Your Cup

    Al Velasco chats with Becky Carver, a senior loan officer and recent boomerang hire from Washington. Becky opens up about her decision to leave PrimeLending, the lessons she learned during her time away, and what ultimately brought her back. With nearly 25 years of experience in the mortgage...

  3. Finding What Fills Your Cup with Becky Carver

    Al Velasco chats with Becky Carver, a senior loan officer and recent boomerang hire from Washington. Becky opens up about her decision to leave PrimeLending, the lessons she learned during her time away, and what ultimately brought her back. With nearly 25 years of experience in the mortgage...

  4. Gene Lugat and Leading with Your Heart

    In this episode of East Meets West, Al Velasco sits down with Gene Lugat, EVP, Eastern Divisional Manager, for an engaging and inspirational conversation. Gene opens up about overcoming defeats and finding joy in every new opportunity. With his heart-first leadership style and "Game On" attitude,...

  5. Value Added Benefits with Scott Caroselli

    In this episode, join Scott Caroselli, one of our longest-tenured loan officers with 30 years at PrimeLending, as he shares the secrets behind building value-added partnerships, becoming a trusted advisor, and the importance of bonding with your clients. Plus, Scott shares his secrets behind his...

  6. Old School Dialing, Critical Connections and Finding Fun

    Tune into special guests, David Wakefield and Paul Chiasson as they explore the secrets behind their successful power hour and external explosion calls. Discover how to put the fun back in mortgages as David and Paul share their insights on the often-overlooked art of picking up the phone and...

  7. Consistency, Building Reputations and the Great BBQ Debate

    Join us for an insightful conversation with up and coming Loan Officers, Emily Conaty (Kansas City, MO) and Amanda Jones (Greenville, SC). Despite being relatively new to the industry, they've mastered the art of building their reputations and businesses in their respective markets. Tune in as we...

  8. Myron Chamberlain's D1C Principles for Life and Business

    Don't miss Episode 3, featuring Myron Chamberlain sharing his Day 1 certainties for both business and life. Plus, hear firsthand from Myron about his family's remarkable journey through the adoption of their son, Christian. Tune in now! Al Velasco, EVP, West Divisional Manager Karen Blakeslee,...

  9. Fed Next Steps, Builders Sales and Mark Raskin

    Join our hosts Al and Karen, along with special guest speaker, Mark Raskin for some insight into rates, builder sales and how to navigate a difficult market. Al Velasco, EVP, West Divisional Manager Karen Blakeslee, Production Development & Performance Support Mark Raskin, Branch Manager, NMLS:...

  10. How the East Met West

    Welcome to the inaugural episode of "East Meets West" your go-to podcast for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the dynamic synergy between the East and West divisions at PrimeLending! Join our hosts, Al Velasco and Karen Blakeslee as they talk to Andrew Stringer, EVP of Capital Markets…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Join the leaders of our Eastern and Western divisions as they bring together team members from both sides to share their mortgage industry insights, experiences, and best practices. From innovative approaches to common challenges, cultural highlights, and inspiring stories of collaboration, "East Meets West" is your backstage pass to the flourishing partnership between our divisions. East Meets West is produced by PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company, NMLS #13649, Equal Housing Lender.”

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Join the leaders of our Eastern and Western divisions as they bring together team members from both sides to share their mortgage industry insights, experiences, and best practices. From innovative approaches to common challenges, cultural highlights, and inspiring stories of collaboration, "East...

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East Meets West is created and hosted by PrimeLending.
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