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MMI appoints Kortney Lane-Schafers as Regional Director of Growth

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced it has hired Kortney Lane-Schafers as a regional director of growth. Lane-Schafers' responsibilities will include consulting and strategizing with MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients, which now includes 20 of the top 25 lenders in the nation, to identify growth opportunities to drive adoption and increase return on investment (ROI).

"Identifying and targeting the right referral partners and sales staff is an integral step in any lender's business plan, but current market conditions have made this kind of intelligence especially critical," said MMI founder and CEO Ben Teerlink. "As MMI's clients look to expand their business using data intelligence, Kortney's expertise will be instrumental in helping lenders identify growth opportunities and partnerships that will help drive their organization's long-term goals."

A seasoned account management and client success professional, Lane-Schafers comes to MMI from Total Expert, where she served as director of customer engagement and experience. Before Total Expert, she spent three years at Top of Mind Networks, now owned by Black Knight, and 12 years as a regional sales executive with Courier Express. Lane-Schafers also serves on the board of OCA, an Orlando-based non-profit organization whose mission is to enable individuals and families with autism or other disabilities the opportunity to maximize their abilities through functional, behavioral, social, recreational and vocational programs to live within the community.

"Having seen first-hand Kortney's abilities to nurture a client's success and her passion for promoting a shared mission, it's clear she will contribute immediately to the growth of MMI and our clients," said MMI VP of Growth and Client Success Jonas Kruckeberg. "One of the most exciting aspects about MMI is the enthusiasm we all share, and I know Kortney will only add to our ability to provide a spark to lenders and their business efforts. MMI has set out to help our clients use data and tech in a new way, and I look forward to seeing how Kortney helps expand those efforts."

About MMI:

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI) is a market leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, the company's signature product, MMI, provides actionable intelligence for lenders, real estate agents, real estate brokerages, title companies and others in the real estate industry. MMI is currently used by more than 350 enterprise customers, including 20 of the top 25 lenders in the country.

To learn more, visit https://mmi.io or contact sales@mmi.io.

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced it has hired Kortney Lane-Schafers as a regional director of growth. Lane-Schafers' responsibilities will include consulting and strategizing with MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients.

Related link: https://mmi.io

MMI adds mortgage industry vets Jake Belter and Gerald Dorman to enterprise sales team as regional directors

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced it has hired mortgage industry veterans Jake Belter, CMB(R), and Gerald Dorman to its enterprise sales team. As regional directors, Belter and Dorman will be tasked with expanding MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients, which now includes 20 of the top 25 lenders in the nation, while also driving brand awareness and adoption in mortgage-related verticals, such as title and insurance.

"In today's highly competitive, purchase-driven market, having the right referral partners and sales staff can be the determining factor between success and failure," said MMI founder and CEO Ben Teerlink. "Because MMI delivers the tools and intelligence lenders need to succeed in today's market, demand for our products is at an all-time high, requiring us to expand our enterprise sales team. We are incredibly lucky to welcome such top-notch sales professionals as Jake and Gerald, and they will undoubtedly play a significant role in our growth and success as we help lenders identify the partners and loan officers poised to deliver the maximum return on investment for their organization."

Both Belter and Dorman bring decades of experience in the mortgage and fintech sectors to MMI. Having previously served as associate vice president of strategic accounts at Arch MI, Belter has also held various sales-related roles with United Guaranty Corporation, Legacy Community Federal Credit Union, Synovus and GreenPoint Mortgage. Dorman most recently served as regional vice president of sales at Nomis Solutions and held similar roles at Informative Research and LoanLogics after getting his start in mortgage sales as an account executive with First National Bank of Arizona.

"MMI is fortunate not only to attract some of the largest lenders in the nation, but also top-tier sales talent in Jake and Gerald," said Melissa Sike, vice president of enterprise sales. "Both of these gentlemen possess roughly two decades of experience and are highly regarded within the industry. That experience has equipped them to understand the challenges lenders face in 2022, and they are eager to help lenders employ effective, data-driven solutions to drive profitable and sustainable growth."

By accessing an unrivaled database of comprehensive real estate and mortgage production data, MMI's enterprise customers can identify partner networks that best support their business objectives, with granular insight into lenders, loan officers and real estate agents by region or individual transactions. To learn more, visit https://mmi.io.

About MMI

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI) is a market leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, the company's signature product, MMI, provides actionable intelligence for lenders, real estate agents, real estate brokerages, title companies and others in the real estate industry. MMI is currently used by more than 350 enterprise customers, including 20 of the top 25 lenders in the country. To learn more, visit https://mmi.io or contact sales@mmi.io.

Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced it has hired mortgage industry veterans Jake Belter, CMB(r), and Gerald Dorman to its enterprise sales team. As regional directors, Belter and Dorman will be tasked with expanding MMI's growing roster of mortgage enterprise clients.

Related link: https://mmi.io

IDS earns eighth HW Tech100 Mortgage Award

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), today announced it has been named to the 2022 HW Tech100™ Mortgage list published by mortgage industry trade magazine HousingWire. The inclusion on the 2022 list marks IDS' fourth consecutive and eighth overall HW Tech100 honor.

"IDS is honored to once again be recognized by HousingWire as a tech leader in the mortgage space, and I would like to credit our team for all their hard work this year and in years past that has made this possible," said IDS Vice President and General Manager Mark Mackey. "At IDS, we have always strived to provide our clients and their customers with the best possible experience while remaining compliant and meeting the needs of today's borrowers and it's extremely rewarding to have our efforts consistently acknowledged by fellow industry leaders."

For the tenth year, the Tech100 program provides housing professionals with a comprehensive list of the most innovative and impactful organizations that can be leveraged to identify partners and solutions to the challenges that mortgage lenders and real estate professionals face every day. HousingWire highlighted IDS' compliance and digital mortgage readiness as evidence for IDS' place on the 2022 Tech100 Mortgage list.

IDS' flagship mortgage document preparation platform idsDoc addresses both of these concerns by supplying over 2,000 different audits to ensure compliant, defect-free state, federal and investor documents while also providing eClosing functionality to keep lenders at the forefront of origination innovation. From Q2 to Q4 2021, lenders that have closed a loan using Solitude Solution, IDS' eClose platform, increased by 167%. Additionally, IDS saw a 367% increase in eClosing document orders from Q3 to Q4 last year.

"As the only program in the industry that highlights tech innovation, Tech100 is truly a special honor for these organizations that span across every aspect of the housing economy," HW Media Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler said. "These companies are continuing to raise the bar in supporting a more efficient, accessible and sustainable housing economy and each year continues to be more competitive than the last."

"This year's list of Tech100 honorees proves once again that innovation within housing is vital in differentiating the organizations who will thrive and those who will be left behind," said Clayton Collins, CEO of HW Media. "This list spotlights the innovators that are making the housing sector better and more sustainable by increasing efficiency, improving user and borrower experiences and bringing elasticity and improvements to age-old processes."

To view the full list of HW Tech100 Mortgage winners, visit https://www.housingwire.com/articles/2022-housingwire-tech100-mortgage-honorees.

About HousingWire

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 7.5 million unique visitors each year. Our audience of mortgage, real estate, financial services and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit www.housingwire.com or www.solutions.housingwire.com to learn more.

About IDS, Inc.

IDS, a Reynolds and Reynolds company, was founded in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a nationwide provider of mortgage documents and compliance. IDS services include eSignatures, closing documents, initial disclosures, document fulfillment and integration with leading loan origination systems and eClosing platforms. The IDS flagship doc prep solution, idsDoc, is recognized in the industry for its ability to be customized to meet specific lender needs, particularly in regards to major industry compliance changes.

Learn more: https://info.idsdoc.com/.

Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), today announced it has been named to the 2022 HW Tech100™ Mortgage list published by mortgage industry trade magazine HousingWire. The inclusion on the 2022 list marks IDS' fourth consecutive and eighth overall HW Tech100 honor.

Related link: https://info.idsdoc.com/

IDS expands mortgage eClosing platform with addition of eVault

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today that it has released its eVault, expanding the capabilities of its eClosing platform, Solitude Solution. With the addition of the eVault to Solitude Solution, lenders now have the ability to deliver documents, including eNotes, to partners though Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) eRegistry.

The IDS eVault is approved by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and includes secure eDelivery and eTransfer functionality for digital mortgage documents, allowing lenders to quickly and easily register eNotes with MERS. Prior its release, the eVault underwent a beta testing phase, during which IDS collected feedback on the product.

"As the mortgage industry continues to progress to a completely digital experience, IDS proudly delivers in-demand innovative eClosing technology backed by our industry-leading customer service support," said IDS Vice President and General Manager Mark Mackey. "Our eVault has undergone rigorous testing and a successful beta testing phase, ensuring it meets the high standards our clients have come to expect of every IDS product. We look forward to helping more lenders expand their eClosing and digital mortgage offerings with our expansive eClosing platform, Solitude Solution."

Solitude Solution includes a single sign-on function with multi-factor authentication, allowing lenders to create one login credential linked to the entire eClosing process. Once the eSign process for a closing package has been completed and the settlement agent has finalized the closing package, the eNote is automatically generated in the lender's eVault. This allows the lender to begin the processes of registering the eNote with MERS, sending the eNote to parties such as the master services via eDelivery and transferring the ownership of the eNote via eTransfer.

"Our customer support team is well-prepared to support our clients as they proceed with the eVault," said David Clement, Director of Operations. "We have a committee in place to ensure our team has the necessary training to fully support eVault operations and setup, and to work with any unexpected client needs and requests that may arise. I am confident that our lenders will be satisfied, both by the eVault itself and by the expert support behind it."

About IDS, Inc.

IDS, a Reynolds and Reynolds company, was founded in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a nationwide provider of mortgage documents and compliance. IDS services include eSignatures, closing documents, initial disclosures, document fulfillment and integration with leading loan origination systems and eClosing platforms. The IDS flagship doc prep solution, idsDoc, is recognized in the industry for its ability to be customized to meet specific lender needs, particularly in regard to major industry compliance changes.

Learn more: https://info.idsdoc.com/

Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today that it has released its eVault, expanding the capabilities of its eClosing platform, Solitude Solution. With the addition of the eVault to Solitude Solution, lenders now have the ability to deliver documents, including eNotes, to partners though Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) eRegistry.

Related link: https://info.idsdoc.com/

SimpleNexus Chief Customer Officer Andria Lightfoot earns a spot on National Mortgage Professional’s 40 Under 40 lineup

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Andria Lightfoot, chief customer officer, was selected as a 2021 40 Under 40 winner by National Mortgage Professional (NMP). The annual NMP 40 under 40 awards recognize 40 of the most influential housing finance professionals under the age of 40 whose innovative products and strategies are paving the way in the mortgage industry.

Lightfoot oversees multiple SimpleNexus departments, including professional services, implementation and customer service. With 15 years' experience in the mortgage industry, she is known for her innovative leadership in process optimization and technology configuration.

"I am lucky to work at SimpleNexus, where I have the unique opportunity to serve at the forefront of the digital mortgage revolution," said Lightfoot. "It's an incredible honor for National Mortgage Professional to recognize my achievements in this groundbreaking industry."

In just eight months, Lightfoot has grown SimpleNexus' Nexus Closing from four to 54 enterprise customers, increased weekly eClosings from 78 to 2,500 and increased departmental employee diversity by more 50%. Prior to joining SimpleNexus, Lightfoot served as chief operations officer at George Mason Mortgage, LLC, providing strategy for enterprise software solutions and implementing innovative change management initiatives.

The full list of 2021 NMP 40 Under 40 winners can be found in the November issue of National Mortgage Professional Magazine or online at https://nationalmortgageprofessional.com/.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

Founded in 2011, SimpleNexus is an award-winning developer of mobile-first technology for the modern mortgage lender. Lenders depend on our namesake homeownership platform to unite the people, systems and stages of the mortgage process into a seamless, end-to-end solution that spans engagement, origination, closing and business intelligence. By helping lenders manage their teams and stay connected with borrowers and real estate partners, we deliver a measurable return on investment in the form of reduced turn times, increased loan application submissions and more referral business. A four-time Inc. 5000 company, SimpleNexus has been recognized as one of the world's Best Workplaces for Innovators.

For more information, visit https://www.simplenexus.com or follow @SimpleNexus.

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Andria Lightfoot, chief customer officer, was selected as a 2021 40 Under 40 winner by National Mortgage Professional (NMP).

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus’ Shane Westra and Suzy Djilas recognized for outstanding leadership in mortgage technology

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that two staff members were honored by housing finance media organizations for their respective contributions to the mortgage industry. Chief Product Officer Shane Westra was named a 2021 Tech Trendsetter by HousingWire (HW) and Enterprise Account Executive Suzy Djilas was named a 2021 Mortgage Lending Woman of Inspiration by National Mortgage Professional (NMP) Magazine.

Shane Westra, HW Tech Trendsetters award recipient

The HW Tech Trendsetters award program recognizes the 50 most impactful and innovative technology leaders serving the housing economy. Westra was honored for bringing to market products that improve lender productivity and borrower experience at SimpleNexus. Notably, Westra managed the rapid build-out of Nexus Closing, SimpleNexus' electronic closing platform, which offers borrowers a streamlined closing experience that includes integrated remote online notarization (RON) and eSigning.

"I am honored to receive this award from HousingWire, a media outlet with widespread influence in the mortgage industry," said Westra. "I would like to thank my team at SimpleNexus for their dedication to building innovative digital tools that lead to significant efficiency gains, greater data integrity and faster delivery of loans to the secondary market."

"This year's list of Tech Trendsetters have, yet again, proven to be the driving force behind the digital transformation in housing," HousingWire Editor and Chief Sarah Wheeler said. "This impressive list of honorees are finding solutions to some of the industry's toughest challenges from improving the borrower's journey to streamlining every step of the real estate transaction process."

Suzy Djilas, NMP Mortgage Lending Women of Inspiration recipient

NMP's Mortgage Lending Women of Inspiration have made significant contributions to the mortgage industry through demonstrated leadership and innovative initiatives. Over 15 years, Suzy Djilas has built a reputation as a mortgage technology sales powerhouse who understands how to help lenders get the most from their investments in software. In the wake of the pandemic, Djilas worked hand-in-hand with lenders to ensure that loan officers maintained productivity while working remotely using the SimpleNexus app. She also kept deals moving forward with consumer-facing tools such as mobile disclosures and hybrid eClosings.

"The mortgage industry can feel a bit like a boys' club sometimes, which can be somewhat intimidating for young women considering a career in the industry," said Djilas. "I would encourage those young women to connect with strong female mentors like the women honored with this award, and seek out a company with a culture of support and diversity, which I am fortunate to have found at SimpleNexus."

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

Founded in 2011, SimpleNexus is an award-winning developer of mobile-first technology for the modern mortgage lender. Lenders depend on our namesake homeownership platform to unite the people, systems and stages of the mortgage process into a seamless, end-to-end solution that spans engagement, origination, closing and business intelligence. By helping lenders manage their teams and stay connected with borrowers and real estate partners, we deliver a measurable return on investment in the form of reduced turn times, increased loan application submissions and more referral business. A four-time Inc. 5000 company, SimpleNexus has been recognized as one of the world's Best Workplaces for Innovators.

For more information, visit https://www.simplenexus.com or follow @SimpleNexus.

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that two staff members were honored by housing finance media organizations for their respective contributions to the mortgage industry.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus makes third consecutive appearance on Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, ranking number 292

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced it earned the number 292 spot on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies in North America, now in its 27th year.

The homeownership platform's "from anywhere" functionality and ability to support a modern home lending experience from point-of-thought to post-close were the primary catalysts behind its 433% revenue growth.

"SimpleNexus' commitment to providing its mortgage lender customers with a measurable return on investment by way of reducing turn times, generating referral partnerships and increasing loan application submissions has rapidly enlarged our footprint in the housing industry," said SimpleNexus Chief Executive Officer Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "We are honored to be recognized on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 alongside other world-class companies who are making waves in their respective industries."

"Each year the Technology Fast 500 shines a light on leading innovators in technology and this year is no exception," said Paul Silverglate, vice chair, Deloitte LLP and U.S. technology sector leader. "In the face of innumerable challenges resulting from the pandemic, the best and brightest were able to pivot, reinvent and transform and grow. We celebrate the winning organizations and especially the talented employees driving their success."

"The pandemic has underscored the urgent need for tech solutions in a variety of areas across health care, fintech, energy tech, entertainment, to name a few, so reliance on innovators like the winners of the Technology Fast 500 is more important than ever," said Christie Simons, partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP and industry leader for technology, media and telecommunications within Deloitte's audit & assurance practice. "These companies are not only at the cutting edge, transforming the way we do business, but most importantly, recognize the strategic importance of ongoing innovation, especially in the ever-changing world of technology."

SimpleNexus has made multiple consecutive appearances on the Technology Fast 500™, having ranked 143 on the list in 2020, and 102 in 2019.

Overall, 2021 Technology Fast 500™ companies achieved revenue growth ranging from 212% to 87,037% from 2017 to 2020, with median growth of 521%.

About SimpleNexus

Founded in 2011, SimpleNexus is an award-winning developer of mobile-first technology for the modern mortgage lender. Lenders depend on our namesake homeownership platform to unite the people, systems and stages of the mortgage process into a seamless, end-to-end solution that spans engagement, origination, closing and business intelligence. By helping lenders manage their teams and stay connected with borrowers and real estate partners, we deliver a measurable return on investment in the form of reduced turn times, increased loan application submissions and more referral business. For more information, visit https://www.simplenexus.com/ or follow @SimpleNexus.

About the 2021 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™

Now in its 27th year, the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 provides a ranking of the fastest-growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, fintech, and energy tech companies - both public and private - in North America. Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2017 to 2020.

In order to be eligible for Technology Fast 500 recognition, companies must own proprietary intellectual property or technology that is sold to customers in products that contribute to a majority of the company's operating revenues. Companies must have base-year operating revenues of at least US$50,000, and current-year operating revenues of at least US$5 million. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of four years and be headquartered within North America.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced it earned the number 292 spot on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus helps lenders better serve Spanish-speaking borrowers with launch of Nexus Bilingual

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the release of Nexus Bilingual(tm), a new feature that makes the loan process more accessible to prospective homebuyers who prefer to communicate in Spanish by gathering initial loan information in Spanish.

According to the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) 2019 report on Hispanic Lending, more than 470,000 Hispanic people became homeowners in 2019. Nexus Bilingual helps lenders better serve America's expanding Hispanic homebuyer market with tools that generate borrower confidence and help overcome language barriers. While not a full loan application, Nexus Bilingual makes kickstarting the loan process more accessible to prospective homebuyers by providing them with a Spanish-language purchase or refinance loan inquiry form option.

"At SimpleNexus, we believe the homeownership dream should be more accessible to everyone," said SimpleNexus Founder Matt Hansen. "Nexus Bilingual has been a high-priority project of our newly formed skunkworks team and is based on direct market input. It's been personally satisfying to lead the development of a feature that now enables our lender partners to overcome language barriers, increase user confidence and connect with Spanish-speaking borrowers as they embark on the homeownership journey."

A convenient desktop and mobile-responsive experience, Nexus Bilingual enables prospective borrowers to initiate purchase and refinance mortgage loan inquiries in Spanish. When prospective borrowers submit a Spanish-language loan inquiry, Nexus Bilingual informs them that a member of their lender's Spanish-speaking staff will reach out to help them complete the process in English and educate them on next steps.

For more information about the Nexus Bilingual functionality, contact sales@simplenexus.com.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

Founded in 2011, SimpleNexus is an award-winning developer of mobile-first technology for the modern mortgage lender. Lenders depend on our namesake homeownership platform to unite the people, systems and stages of the mortgage process into a seamless, end-to-end solution that spans engagement, origination, closing and business intelligence. By helping lenders manage their teams and stay connected with borrowers and real estate partners, we deliver a measurable return on investment in the form of reduced turn times, increased loan application submissions and more referral business. A four-time Inc. 5000 company, SimpleNexus has been recognized as one of the world's Best Workplaces for Innovators.

For more information, visit https://www.simplenexus.com/ or follow @SimpleNexus.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the release of Nexus Bilingual(tm), a new feature that makes the loan process more accessible to prospective homebuyers who prefer to communicate in Spanish by gathering initial loan information in Spanish.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

IDS’ Emilio Estrada Named a Mortgage Industry ‘Rising Star’ by MPA

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today that account manager Emilio Estrada has been named a 2021 Rising Star by industry trade publication Mortgage Professional America (MPA). The MPA Rising Star awards program seeks to honor up-and-coming talent within the housing and mortgage industry.

Estrada is a valued account manager and driving force behind IDS' adoption of eClose technology. He serves as a guide to IDS' major clients as they implement and utilize hybrid eClosing and is a key developer behind the workflows for IDS agents. Estrada works between customer service and the development teams to communicate client needs and evolve IDS company settings and policy changes. This direct feedback line from IDS clientele has led to countless feature enhancements and improved processes.

"Emilio is known for his ability to think outside the box to solve arising issues and pain points for our clientele," said IDS Vice President and General Manager Mark Mackey. "His customer service goes above and beyond expectations, but what truly sets him apart is the way he shares the trials and tribulations of customer service with the team to improve our internal processes."

To view the full list of winners, visit https://www.mpamag.com/.

About IDS, Inc.

IDS, a Reynolds and Reynolds company, was founded in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a nationwide provider of mortgage documents and compliance. IDS services include eSignatures, closing documents, initial disclosures, document fulfillment and integration with leading loan origination systems and eClosing platforms. The IDS flagship doc prep solution, idsDoc, is recognized in the industry for its ability to be customized to meet specific lender needs, particularly in regard to major industry compliance changes. (https://info.idsdoc.com/)

About Mortgage Professional America

A publication of Key Media, Mortgage Professional America (MPA) delivers news, opinion and analysis to mortgage, real estate and finance industry professionals through its bi-monthly magazine and daily email newsletter. For more information, visit http://www.mpamag.com/.

Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today that account manager Emilio Estrada has been named a 2021 Rising Star by industry trade publication Mortgage Professional America (MPA). The MPA Rising Star awards program seeks to honor up-and-coming talent within the housing and mortgage industry.

Related link: https://info.idsdoc.com/

SimpleNexus’ Mortgage Loan Compensation Report for Q3 2021 shows year-over-year decline in individual LO commission led by waning refi volume

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus, owner of the recently acquired LBA Ware™, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, today released summary statistics on the state of mortgage industry loan compensation in the third quarter of 2021. Analysis of data from the CompenSafe™ ICM platform showed that declining loan volume in Q3 2021 compared to Q3 2020 pushed quarterly loan originator (LO) commission earnings down 17%. Over the same period, mortgage lenders increased loan processor staffing by roughly a quarter while funding fewer loans, driving average individual processor incentive compensation down by a third.

Methodology

SimpleNexus' LBA Ware team reviewed account data for mortgage lenders who used CompenSafe to automate incentive compensation throughout the third quarters of both 2020 and 2021. The controlled sample dataset consisted of retail, first-lien production from LOs and loan processors with at least six funded loans during the three-month period beginning July 1, 2021, and ending September 30, 2021.

Key Findings
* Monthly commissions earned per LO in Q3 2021 decreased 17% overall from Q3 2020. Monthly refinance commissions decreased 37%, accounting for most of the shortfall, while monthly purchase loan commissions held relatively steady, rising just 2%.

* Overall, LOs saw a 2.44% decrease in per-loan commission rates from 102.878 basis points (BPS) in Q3 2020 to 100.372 BPS in Q3 2021. Notably, lenders dialed down per-loan commission rates on refinances by 7.17%, from 95.210 BPS in Q3 2020 to 88.384 BPS in Q3 2021. BPS paid out on purchase loans decreased 1.58% from 109.838 to 108.102.

* LOs averaged $2.2M in funded volume per month in Q3 2021, a decrease of 14.9% from Q3 2020 ($2.6M). Purchase volume funded by individual LOs increased 4% from $1.4M in Q3 2020 to $1.5M Q3 2021, and refinance volume declined 32% from $1.3M to $0.9M during the same period.

* LO staffing levels held relatively steady from Q3 2020 to Q3 2021, dipping just 2%. Simultaneously, loans funded per LO per month decreased 22%, with LOs in the sample set averaging 9.0 loans a month in Q3 2020 versus 7.0 loans a month in Q3 2021.

* Loan processor staffing grew 23% from Q3 2020 to Q3 2021. Loan processors averaged 29% fewer loans per month in Q3 2021 (15.2 units) compared to Q3 2020 (21.5 units), fueling a 33% decrease in quarterly bonus compensation earned from $3,201 per processor per month in Q3 2020 to $2,140 in Q3 2021.

"The heyday of ultra-low rates and enormous refinance volume is over, and compensation is starting to settle back to pre-pandemic levels. On the bright side, 2021 is still shaping up to be the second-highest production year in the last decade, with modest growth in the purchase market helping take the edge off declining refinance volumes," said SimpleNexus EVP and General Manager Lori Brewer. "We will be watching to see if lenders reduce headcount or take a more conservative approach to incentive comp to protect margin."

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

Founded in 2011, SimpleNexus is an award-winning developer of mobile-first technology for the modern mortgage lender. Lenders depend on our namesake homeownership platform to unite the people, systems and stages of the mortgage process into a seamless, end-to-end solution that spans engagement, origination, closing and business intelligence. By helping lenders manage their teams and stay connected with borrowers and real estate partners, we deliver a measurable return on investment in the form of reduced turn times, increased loan application submissions and more referral business. A four-time Inc. 5000 company, SimpleNexus has been recognized as one of the world's Best Workplaces for Innovators. For more information, visit https://www.simplenexus.com/ or follow @SimpleNexus.

SimpleNexus, owner of the recently acquired LBA Ware™, a leading provider of incentive compensation management (ICM) and business intelligence (BI) software solutions for the mortgage industry, today released summary statistics on the state of mortgage industry loan compensation in the third quarter of 2021.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus recognized for a third year as one of Utah’s fastest-growing companies in three independent rankings

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, has been highlighted in three lists honoring 2021's fastest-growing Utah companies: Utah Business magazine's Fast 50, UtahValley360 BusinessQ magazine's UV50 and MountainWest Capital Network's Utah 100.

SimpleNexus made its third consecutive appearance on the Fast 50 and UV50, both of which ranked the SimpleNexus #15 in the state based on revenue growth. This year also marked the company's fourth consecutive appearance on the Utah 100, which placed SimpleNexus #18 statewide.

To date, SimpleNexus has connected its 41,000 active loan originators with more than 5.8 million borrowers and 141,000 real estate partners and grown to touch approximately one in eight home loans originated in the United States.

"2020 was our biggest year yet. Our persistent growth is a testament to consumers' desire for a digital homeownership journey and SimpleNexus' category leadership in this space," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "We're honored to return to the Utah Business Fast 50, UV360 UV50 and MountainWest Capital Network Utah 100 lists and thank each publication for this recognition."

To view the full lists of Utah's Fast 50, UV50 and Utah 100 honorees online, visit:

* https://www.utahbusiness.com/meet-the-2021-fastest-growing-companies-in-utah/

* https://utahvalley360.com/2021/09/28/2021-uv50:-fastest-growing-companies/

* https://www.mwcn.org/utah-100/

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platform's native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, has been highlighted in three lists honoring 2021's fastest-growing Utah companies: Utah Business magazine's Fast 50, UtahValley360 BusinessQ magazine's UV50 and MountainWest Capital Network's Utah 100.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus is acquiring LBA Ware

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced its acquisition of Macon, Georgia-based software firm LBA Ware™ (https://www.lbaware.com). The strategic transaction, SimpleNexus' first, brings together 325 employees in 29 states to serve 425 distinct lender customers and dozens of mortgage technology integration partners.

"Bringing LBA Ware into the SimpleNexus homeownership platform gives mortgage lenders an unprecedented array of competitive advantages across borrower engagement, loan origination and closing as well as operations and business intelligence," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "This is an exciting moment for SimpleNexus. We welcome our new colleagues, who share our passion for helping lenders excel in their markets."

"As a company that values our partnerships with SimpleNexus and LBA Ware, we recognize this as an exciting moment for both firms and an opportunity for two market-leading teams to come together to push the boundaries of innovation on behalf of mortgage bankers," said Randy Allen, CIO of nationwide lender Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation.

LBA Ware CEO Lori Brewer will join SimpleNexus as EVP and general manager. Brewer founded LBA Ware in 2008 and shepherded the bootstrapped company through thirteen years of product innovation and organic revenue growth. Initially a developer of custom software solutions for banks and mortgage lenders, LBA Ware soon made a name for itself as the creator of CompenSafe™, the mortgage industry's original and most prevalent incentive compensation management (ICM) software. In 2019, LBA Ware diversified its product offerings with the introduction of LimeGear™, a turnkey mortgage business intelligence (BI) platform.

"Together, LBA Ware and SimpleNexus will be able to offer mortgage lenders even more than the sum of our parts and redefine not only the digital mortgage experience, but also the mortgage BI category," Brewer said. "As consistent forces for innovation in the mortgage space, our firms have remarkably compatible cultures and complementary products. We look forward to a bright future as a unified team."

SimpleNexus and LBA Ware have more in common than their compatible cultures. Both companies have become perennial members of the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies, and each has earned a loyal customer following exemplified by an average Net Promoter Score(r) that far surpasses benchmarks for the financial services and B2B software sectors. SimpleNexus and LBA Ware are both longtime members of Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) and the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA), among other industry associations.

The deal is expected to close by October 19, 2021.

Lenders attending the Mortgage Bankers Association's 2021 Annual Convention and Expo are invited to join SimpleNexus for a welcome reception co-hosted by Notarize and Regorra at the San Diego Wine and Culinary Center on Sunday, October 17, from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. PT. Schreiner Gates and Brewer will be on hand to meet with those who wish to learn about the acquisition.

Brewer is also a featured speaker at the conference. On Tuesday, October 19, she will join Success Mortgage Partners CEO Owen Lee and iEmergent CEO Laird Nossuli for a session designed to teach lenders how to manage costs and make smart staffing decisions with operational data and key performance indicators (KPIs). "Balancing Your Talent Pool" takes place from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in Room 1 on the Convention Center's Upper Level.

About SimpleNexus:

Founded in 2011, SimpleNexus is an award-winning developer of mobile-first technology for the modern mortgage lender. Lenders depend on our namesake homeownership platform to unite the people, systems and stages of the mortgage process into a seamless, end-to-end solution that spans engagement, origination, closing and business intelligence. By helping lenders manage their teams and stay connected with borrowers and real estate partners, we deliver a measurable return on investment in the form of reduced turn times, increased loan application submissions and more referral business. A four-time Inc. 5000 company, SimpleNexus has been recognized as one of the world's Best Workplaces for Innovators.

For more information, visit https://www.simplenexus.com or follow @SimpleNexus.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced its acquisition of Macon, Georgia-based software firm LBA Ware™. The strategic transaction, SimpleNexus' first, brings together 325 employees in 29 states to serve 425 distinct lender customers and dozens of mortgage technology integration partners.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus debuts in-app payments with Nexus Pay at MBA Annual21

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the debut of Nexus Pay at the Mortgage Bankers Association's Annual Convention and Expo (MBA Annual21) happening October 17-20 at the San Diego Convention Center.

Powered by global payment technology provider Global Payments (NYSE: GPN), Nexus Pay enables mortgage loan applicants to seamlessly pay for any mortgage-related charges. Payments such as appraisal fees, credit checks, first month's payment and more can be fulfilled in the same mobile hub borrowers use to receive loan status updates, eSign documents, collaborate with loan officers and Realtors and complete other loan-related tasks.

Nexus Pay makes it easy for loan applicants to submit payments via credit card or ACH within the SimpleNexus app without human assistance, accelerating delivery of payments and creating process efficiencies for mortgage lenders. In-app push notifications alert applicants when they need to complete a payment task, and lenders can use the SimpleNexus admin portal to track payment history; view payment status on the borrower's loan details page; and edit, void or refund payments if necessary.

"With Nexus Pay, we've removed the friction that often occurs when payments are required in the mortgage workflow, making it easier and quicker for borrowers to pay - and lenders to receive - those payments," said SimpleNexus Chief Product Officer Shane Westra. "By folding another step of the homeownership journey into the SimpleNexus app, lenders can provide their customers an industry-leading, on-brand home financing experience from start to finish."

See Nexus Pay in Action

Mortgage lenders attending MBA Annual21 are invited to join SimpleNexus for a welcome reception co-hosted by Notarize and Regorra at the San Diego Wine and Culinary Center on Sunday, October 17, from 7:30 to 10:00 pm PT.

SimpleNexus will present a live demonstration of Nexus Pay on Tuesday, October 19, during the 12:30-1:15 p.m. PT lunch break. The demo will take place at the Innovation Stage, Ground Level, Exhibit Hall A.

Conference attendees can also stop by SimpleNexus' booth #601 in THE HUB during exhibition hours on Sunday, October 17, from 6 to 7:30 pm PT, on Monday, October 18, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT or on Tuesday, October 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platform's native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Learn more at: https://www.simplenexus.com/

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the debut of Nexus Pay at the Mortgage Bankers Association's Annual Convention and Expo (MBA Annual21) happening October 17-20 at the San Diego Convention Center.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

IDS’ Mark Mackey Named MPA Housing Industry Icon

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today that vice president and general manager Mark Mackey has been named to Mortgage Professional America's (MPA) Inaugural Housing Industry Icon List. MPA's Housing Industry Icons are visionary leaders who have been instrumental in shaping the industry.

Since taking over as head of IDS in 2014, Mackey has solidified the firm's reputation as the doc prep provider of choice for compliance-minded mortgage lenders who demand reality-based document preparation and mortgage closing services, document customization and superior customer service. Under Mackey's direction and guidance, IDS has made several enhancements to its flagship product idsDoc from both a functionality and an integration standpoint to deliver upgraded digital mortgage capabilities, improve system-to-system connectivity and ensure compliance with changing regulations.

"I am honored to be recognized by MPA as a Housing Industry Icon, an achievement that would not have been possible without the wonderful team at IDS and all their hard work at ensuring our products and customer service are the best in class," said Mackey. "I truly view our company's success as a team effort and look forward to what's next for IDS and our clients in terms of growth and innovation."

Under Mackey's leadership, IDS has been rolling out its digital capabilities to keep pace with industry capacity and demand while quietly preparing behind the scenes for what's coming next. Over the past three years, IDS has introduced its eClose platform, Solitude Solution, and grown its capabilities to include hybrid eClose, full eClose and eNotes. Solitude Solution allows IDS clients to choose the level of eClose they are comfortable with and customizes the ceremony to fit their needs.

In Mackey's first year as VP, IDS saw a 68% increase in document orders and added a new Closing Disclosures product line. More recently, IDS' production volumes have increased 108% over the past five years. In 2020, IDS repeatedly broke monthly internal document production and fulfillment records while keeping up with the mortgage boom.

For the full list of winners, visit http://www.mpamag.com/.

About IDS, Inc.

IDS, a Reynolds and Reynolds company, was founded in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a nationwide provider of mortgage documents and compliance. IDS services include eSignatures, closing documents, initial disclosures, document fulfillment and integration with leading loan origination systems and eClosing platforms. The IDS flagship doc prep solution, idsDoc, is recognized in the industry for its ability to be customized to meet specific lender needs, particularly in regard to major industry compliance changes. ( https://info.idsdoc.com/ )

Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today that vice president and general manager Mark Mackey has been named to Mortgage Professional America's (MPA) Inaugural Housing Industry Icon List. MPA's Housing Industry Icons are visionary leaders who have been instrumental in shaping the industry.

Related link: https://info.idsdoc.com/

Innovative approach to digital home loan experience propels SimpleNexus to market-leading adoption by loan originators and consumers

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced new milestones in the company's bid to "build the future of mortgages."

SimpleNexus has onboarded more than 66 new enterprise customers in 2021. The number of active loan originators (LOs) using SimpleNexus at the beginning of Q4 surpassed 41,000, a 48% increase from the start of the year. Using SimpleNexus, those LOs have connected with more than 5.8 million borrowers and 141,000 real estate partners. So far in 2021, SimpleNexus has touched more than $419 billion in loan volume.

Since debuting Nexus Closing™ earlier this year, SimpleNexus has swiftly enhanced the single-platform eClosing solution with remote online notarization (RON), eNote and eVault capabilities underpinned by new strategic integrations with Notarize and DocMagic. Nexus Closing went on to earn the coveted designation of certified eClosing solution provider from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in September.

"Following a record-setting 2020 and a fresh infusion of support from our investors, SimpleNexus entered 2021 at a ferocious pace - and we have never let off the gas," said CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "The pace of innovation at SimpleNexus is outstripping our competition, positioning us as category leaders that lenders, real estate partners and consumers are excited to be a part of."

Schreiner Gates made a name for herself in the mortgage industry as executive vice president of Ellie Mae (NYSE: ELLI), later acquired by Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE). She then served as SimpleNexus' president before accepting the firm's top job in May of this year. She has gone on to retool the SimpleNexus C-suite with the appointments of Kevin McKenzie as chief operating officer, John Aslanian as chief revenue officer and Andria Lightfoot as chief customer officer.

In August, SimpleNexus earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies for a fourth consecutive year. The company was also named to CB Insights' Fintech 250 list of top private fintechs worldwide and HousingWire's Tech 100 list of the most innovative companies in mortgage technology. SimpleNexus made its debut on Fast Company's list of the world's Best Workplaces for Innovators this year, ranking #47 out of 100.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platform's native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced new milestones in the company's bid to "build the future of mortgages."

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates honored by HousingWire for outstanding leadership in mortgage technology

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that its CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates was selected as a winner of HousingWire's 2021 HW Vanguard award. The HW Vanguard award recognizes the top 50 housing executives who have made an impact on the housing industry at large.

An industry veteran of more than 35 years, Schreiner Gates was named president of SimpleNexus in September 2020 and took her place as CEO in June of this year. Schreiner Gates was recognized by HousingWire for her strategic leadership of the industry-leading SimpleNexus homeownership platform, which empowers 300 mortgage lenders to "do more" by connecting its 40,000 active LO users with more than 4.5 million borrowers and 141,000 real estate partners. In January of this year Schreiner Gates saw the company through a $108 million Series B funding round led by global venture-capital and private-equity firm Insight Partners and TVC Capital.

"It is a great honor to have been selected as a HW Vanguard this year," said Schreiner Gates. "I must share the credit with my outstanding team. Without their hard work and expertise SimpleNexus could never achieve such outstanding growth and success."

Schreiner Gates was also recognized for her role in the rapid rollout of Nexus Closing™, a single-platform solution allowing lenders to deliver a memorably modern closing experience complete with integrated remote online notarization (RON) and eSigning.

"We are proud to recognize the 2021 Vanguard winners, who represent the industry's most impressive leaders. They are leading through an incredible time for those in the housing market - whether real estate, mortgage or fintech - and driving one of the largest sectors of our economy," said HousingWire Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler.

The HW Vanguard awards are given to housing industry leaders who have led their companies to new heights by delivering innovative products, services and initiatives designed to improve the U.S. housing or real estate economies. Winners of the award have made a tangible impact by serving the industry and improving its standards. For a full list of winners, visit https://www.housingwire.com.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platform's native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that its CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates was selected as a winner of HousingWire's 2021 HW Vanguard award. The HW Vanguard award recognizes the top 50 housing executives who have made an impact on the housing industry at large.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus rounds out its Nexus Closing eMortgage solution with DocMagic’s eVault and eNote technologies, enabling fully digital loan closings

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the integration of its Nexus Closing™ eMortgage solution with DocMagic's eVault and eNote technologies. The integration enables automated generation of an eNote with a tamper-evident seal and delivers the eNote to a secure eVault for delivery to the MERS® eRegistry.

Electronic promissory notes (eNotes) are more secure and accurate than their paper counterparts and give borrowers more time to review and understand closing documents. They also save lenders time and money because they come with an automated audit trail and can be delivered quickly and efficiently to the secondary market.

DocMagic's eVault is a secure repository that provides lenders with the ability to access, manage and store eNotes and other electronic mortgage records on a short- or long-term basis. By offering proactive, real-time control of electronic loan files, eVault technology reduces cycle times and improves process efficiencies throughout the mortgage lifecycle.

"Capital markets funding is the lifeblood of retail mortgage lending. Digitizing loan documents and lending processes will lower costs to the retail customer and increase returns for mortgage lenders and investors," said Craig Focardi, senior analyst, banking at Celent, a research firm that advises financial companies on technology. Celent estimates the market for eNote transactions will grow by nearly 20% in 2021.

"To stay competitive in this market and future markets, lenders need to adopt eClosing solutions that allow them to generate, sign, store and deliver eNotes as part of a complete eMortgage transaction," said Dominic Iannitti, president and CEO of DocMagic. "We're pleased to offer these capabilities to more lenders through our integration with SimpleNexus."

Nexus Closing™ provides borrowers a memorably modern closing experience as part of an end-to-end, single-sign-on homebuying experience that increases repeat and referral business. In addition to integrating DocMagic's eVault technology, Nexus Closing comes with integrated remote online notarization (RON) and eSigning. It has been certified to meet both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's technical requirements for eClosing, eNote and eVault functionality and is compatible with the GSEs' respective eNote delivery systems.

"A fully digital closing, complete with eNote and eVault, is the last hurdle lenders must clear before offering borrowers and investors the myriad benefits of an eMortgage. We're pleased to now offer these capabilities via our integration with DocMagic," said SimpleNexus Chief Product Officer Shane Westra. "In a market cluttered with half-baked solutions, we've made it our mission to assemble the most comprehensive and singularly exceptional homebuying experience in the business."

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

About DocMagic:

DocMagic, Inc. is the leading provider of fully compliant document generation, automated compliance, eSignature and comprehensive eMortgage solutions for the mortgage industry. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Torrance, Calif., DocMagic, Inc. develops award-winning software, mobile apps, and web-based systems for the production and delivery of compliant loan document packages. The company's solutions connect industry participants, promote collaboration, and ensure data integrity to execute precision-based digital lending transactions. DocMagic's compliance experts and in-house legal staff consistently monitor legal and regulatory changes at both the federal and state levels to ensure accuracy. For more information on DocMagic, visit https://www.docmagic.com/.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced the integration of its Nexus Closing™ eMortgage solution with DocMagic's eVault and eNote technologies. The integration enables automated generation of an eNote with a tamper-evident seal and delivers the eNote to a secure eVault for delivery to the MERS® eRegistry.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

HousingWire Recognizes IDS’ Katie Means as 2021 Insider

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today that implementation specialist Katie Means has been named to HousingWire's 2021 Insiders Award list. The list honors operational superstars in housing who are driving their companies and clients forward.

As an implementation specialist, Means is responsible for guiding new clients through the implementation of IDS' mortgage document software, idsDoc. In her role, she assists by customizing federal, state and lender-specific mortgage documents and making configurations within IDS' in-house software.

With a vast understanding of mortgage documents, Means works every day to provide a high level of customer service. Since last year, Means has led 20 successful implementation projects, onboarding her clients at a highly-efficient pace to provide the best possible experience for the client. During that time, she has also created over 1,000 documents that are used in tens of thousands of mortgage transactions across the country each month and worked on nearly 6,000 help desk tickets with 100% satisfaction feedback.

"Katie's expertise and drive is invaluable to the IDS organization, which has been proven by her strong ability to lead large projects and mentor team members," said Travis Carroll, IDS Director of Implementation Services. "She is definitely a rock star in the residential mortgage space, and I look forward to her continued career growth and success."

The 2021 HousingWire Insiders were carefully selected by HousingWire's selection committee based on their vital and dynamic contributions to their companies and the industry as a whole. The Insiders are the professionals their companies turn to with their most important or challenging behind-the-scenes projects, and their contributions and hard work lead to superior results.

"The winners of our Insiders award are an incredible group of doers that we're proud to recognize for their essential contributions to their companies and the larger mortgage and real estate ecosystem," HousingWire Editor and Chief Sarah Wheeler said. "Everyone on this year's list is a crucial part of their company's success and we're honored to give them the spotlight."

To view the complete list of the 2021 HousingWire Insiders winners, visit https://www.housingwire.com.

About HousingWire

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 1.0 million unique visitors each month. Our audience of mortgage, real estate and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit www.housingwire.com or www.solutions.housingwire.com to learn more.

About IDS, Inc.

IDS, a Reynolds and Reynolds company, was founded in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a nationwide provider of mortgage documents and compliance. IDS services include eSignatures, closing documents, initial disclosures, document fulfillment and integration with leading loan origination systems and eClosing platforms. The IDS flagship doc prep solution, idsDoc, is recognized in the industry for its ability to be customized to meet specific lender needs, particularly in regard to major industry compliance changes. Learn more: https://info.idsdoc.com/.

Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today that implementation specialist Katie Means has been named to HousingWire's 2021 Insiders Award list. The list honors operational superstars in housing who are driving their companies and clients forward.

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SimpleNexus is certified as eClosing solution provider by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, is now a Fannie Mae- and Freddie Mac-reviewed eClosing solution provider. The designation affirms that SimpleNexus' Nexus Closing™ eMortgage solution meets both GSEs' technical requirements for eClosing, eNote and eVault functionality and has been tested for compatibility with the GSEs' respective eNote delivery systems.

eMortages are faster, offer improved data quality and can be cheaper to execute than traditional mortgages. Now, approved Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Seller/Servicers desiring to deliver eMortgages to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can use Nexus Closing to create and submit eMortgages to both GSEs. Lenders that work with a pre-tested eMortgage vendor like SimpleNexus can expedite the GSE approval process to deliver eMortgages.

"Nexus Closing gives lenders the flexibility to make the closing experience as digital as they want," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "In addition to giving borrowers more time to review and understand closing documents, Nexus Closing offers lenders substantial ROI with improved operational efficiency, increased data integrity and faster delivery of loans to the secondary market."

Nexus Closing™ provides borrowers a memorably modern closing experience as part of an end-to-end, single-sign-on homebuying experience that increases repeat and referral business. The solution comes with integrated remote online notarization (RON) and eSigning, automatic generation of a tamper-sealed eNote document and delivery of the eNote into a secure eVault for delivery to the MERS® eRegistry.

To view Fannie Mae's complete eClosing Technology Service Provider List, visit: https://singlefamily.fanniemae.com/applications-technology/eclosings-emortgages

To view Freddie Mac's Reviewed Vendor List for eMortgage, visit: https://sf.freddiemac.com/working-with-us/electronic-loan-documents/reviewed-vendor-list

For more information about Nexus Closing™ eMortgage, visit: https://www.simplenexus.com/emortgage/

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Learn more at: https://www.simplenexus.com/

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending #eMortgage #eClosing

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, is now a Fannie Mae- and Freddie Mac-reviewed eClosing solution provider. The designation affirms that SimpleNexus' Nexus Closing™ eMortgage solution meets both GSEs' technical requirements for eClosing, eNote and eVault functionality and has been tested for compatibility with the GSEs' respective eNote delivery systems.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus CFO and COO Kevin McKenzie honored as a HousingWire 2021 Insiders Awards winner

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, announced that leading housing finance industry publication HousingWire has selected Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer Kevin McKenzie as a 2021 Insiders Awards winner.

Since joining the organization in 2019, McKenzie has led a $108 million capital raise, developed organization-wide performance dashboards to keep SimpleNexus operations aligned with strategy and spearheaded partnership agreements with some of the largest organizations in the industry. His work has played a critical role in helping SimpleNexus grow to become a mortgage technology leader that has connected 40,000 active loan originators with more than 4.5 million borrowers and 141,000 real estate partners to date.

"Kevin has provided the glue between our operations and strategic initiatives that have allowed SimpleNexus to double in growth year over year," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "His incredible business acumen and ability to create systems for collaboration across the disciplines of sales, engineering, product and customer has provided the scaleup platform for the company."

"The housing economy has successfully navigated a year of record-high volumes and technological innovation moving at breakneck speed - all while grappling with the operational challenges presented by a global pandemic," said Clayton Collins, CEO of HW Media. "This is the perfect time to pause and recognize the professionals in mortgage, real estate and technology who are truly moving this market forward. The 2021 HousingWire Insiders all possess the intellect, stamina and leadership to transform the housing industry for the better - growing businesses and supporting millions of American families."

The Insiders Awards program recognizes 100 housing industry professionals who are moving mountains behind the scenes, taking on challenging projects and yielding positive results for their organizations. This year's honorees are featured in the September issue of HousingWire magazine and on https://www.housingwire.com.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

About HousingWire:

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 1.0 million unique visitors each month. Our audience of mortgage, real estate and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit https://www.housingwire.com or https://www.housingwire.com/advertise to learn more.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, announced that leading housing finance industry publication HousingWire has selected Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer Kevin McKenzie as a 2021 Insiders Awards winner.

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SimpleNexus lands on the 2021 Inc. 5000, marking its fourth consecutive year on the list

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, announced it has been included on the Inc. 5000 list for the fourth consecutive year.

Including 15 of the top-25 retail lenders, more than 39,000 loan officers at over 300 mortgage companies nationwide use SimpleNexus. To date, the platform has enabled lenders to connect with 4.5 million borrowers and 141,000 real estate partners. In 2020 alone, SimpleNexus' homeownership platform touched $520 billion in loans.

"Since its founding, SimpleNexus has changed the way borrowers and lenders view mortgage technology," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "We are determined to make completing mortgage loans accessible from anywhere, for lenders and borrowers."

"The 2021 Inc. 5000 list feels like one of the most important rosters of companies ever compiled," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Building one of the fastest-growing companies in America in any year is a remarkable achievement. Building one in the crisis we've lived through is just plain amazing. This kind of accomplishment comes with hard work, smart pivots, great leadership, and the help of a whole lot of people."

Among the Inc. 5000 list, the average median three-year growth rate soared to 543 percent, and median revenue reached $11.1 million. Together, those companies added more than 610,000 jobs over the past three years. The complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region and other criteria, can be found on the Inc. website.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

About Inc. Media:

The world's most trusted business-media brand, Inc. offers entrepreneurs the knowledge, tools, connections, and community to build great companies. Its award-winning multiplatform content reaches more than 50 million people each month across a variety of channels including web sites, newsletters, social media, podcasts, and print. Its prestigious Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to recognize the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The global recognition that comes with inclusion in the 5000 gives the founders of the best businesses an opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and the credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. The associated Inc. 5000 Vision Conference is part of a highly acclaimed portfolio of bespoke events produced by Inc. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, announced it has been included on the Inc. 5000 list for the fourth consecutive year.

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SimpleNexus Director of Sales Engineering Tracy Farber selected as NEXT 2021 Powerhouse Awards winner

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Tracy Farber, director of sales engineering, has been named a 2021 Powerhouse Awards winner by Next Mortgage Events (NEXT).

NEXT's Powerhouse Awards program honors female dynamos bringing positive change to the intersection of mortgage and technology. Farber was recognized in the award's partner category for her uncanny achievements over the last 12 months, including conducting more than 600 product demos of the SimpleNexus homeownership platform resulting in a 92% increase in license seats and a 432% increase in product upsells. Farber dedicates hours each week to developing customized demos that show lenders how SimpleNexus can adapt to their unique workflows and be configured to address specific challenges.

"Tracy's ability to build genuine partnerships and get to the root of the problems lenders face is unmatched," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "Her dedication to moving this industry forward shows in everything she does. She is extremely deserving of this recognition."

To learn more about the awards program and view the full list of NEXT Powerhouse partners and honorees, visit https://www.nextmortgagenews.com.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Tracy Farber, director of sales engineering, has been named a 2021 Powerhouse Awards winner by Next Mortgage Events (NEXT).

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus ranks 47 out of 100 on Fast Company’s worldwide list of the Best Workplaces for Innovators

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, nabbed the number 47 spot on Fast Company's third annual list of the world's 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators.

As the first mobile homeownership platform, SimpleNexus is defined by innovation. It has carefully crafted its culture to promote innovation, from dozens of internal initiatives to a set of core values (HIVE, an acronym for hungry, innovative, vibrant, empathetic) that guide the work of employees in every department and at every strata of the organization. SimpleNexus touches approximately one in eight home loans originated in the United States.

"It's an honor to rank among the top companies around the world that are striving to promote innovation," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "SimpleNexus' continued success calls for attracting out-of-the-box thinkers and innovators. We are dedicated to maintaining an environment to do just that."

Of the 2021 class of Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast Company editor-in-chief Stephanie Mehta said: "These leaders and teams created cultures of innovation and sustained them, even as remote work extended into 2021. This newest list of the Best Workplaces for Innovators honors those organizations that found ways to collaborate and invent despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, ensuring employees were at the forefront."

Developed in collaboration with Accenture, the 2021 Best Workplaces for Innovators program ranks 100 winners from a variety of industries, including computer science, biotech, consumer packaged goods, nonprofit, education, financial services, cybersecurity and engineering. Working together, Fast Company editors and Accenture researchers scored nearly 1,500 applications, and a panel of eight eminent judges reviewed and endorsed the top 100 companies. To see the complete list, go to https://www.fastcompany.com/best-workplaces-for-innovators/2021

About Fast Company:

Fast Company is the world's leading progressive business media brand, with a unique editorial focus on innovation in technology, ethonomics (ethical economics), leadership, and design. Written for, by, and about the most progressive business leaders, Fast Company and FastCompany.com inspire readers and users to think beyond traditional boundaries, lead conversations, and create the future of business. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with its sister publication Inc. Stephanie Mehta is editor-in-chief.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Twitter: @SimpleNexus @FastCompany #FCBestWorkplaces #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, nabbed the number 47 spot on Fast Company's third annual list of the world's 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus Founder Matt Hansen selected as finalist for EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Utah Region

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced company Founder Matt Hansen has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year® Utah Region by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US).

Now in its 35th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program recognizes unstoppable business leaders whose ambition, ingenuity and courage in the face of adversity deliver outstanding growth and innovation. Hansen was selected by a panel of independent judges who graded nominees on a rubric of entrepreneurial leadership, talent management, degree of difficulty, financial performance, societal impact, and originality. Since its launch, the program has recognized business leaders in more than 60 countries around the world.

Hansen's formation of SimpleNexus created a real estate finance disruptor. The project that began as a favor to a family friend has evolved into a three-time Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company that touches one in eight U.S. mortgages. In 2020 alone, SimpleNexus' homeownership platform touched $520 billion in loans.

"SimpleNexus continues to flourish beyond my wildest dreams," said SimpleNexus Founder Matt Hansen. "It's an honor to be considered amongst so many accomplished movers and shakers."

Regional award winners are eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards, to be announced in November at the Strategic Growth Forum®, one of the nation's most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies. The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year(tm) Award in June 2022.

View the full list of Utah Entrepreneur Of The Year finalists and winners here: https://www.ey.com/en_us/entrepreneur-of-the-year/utah/overview.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced company Founder Matt Hansen has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year(r) Utah Region by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US).

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

Mortgage Banker names SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates to list of 2021 Powerful Women of Mortgage Banking

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced Mortgage Banker has recognized company CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates as a 2021 Powerful Women of Mortgage Banking honoree.

Schreiner Gates was recognized by Mortgage Banker for her outsized leadership in the mortgage technology space. Notably, as EVP of sales and marketing at Ellie Mae (now ICE Mortgage Technology) she led the firm to appear on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 for six consecutive years and helped facilitate its $3.7-billion purchase by private equity firm Thoma Bravo.

Now at the helm of SimpleNexus, Schreiner Gates helps the homeownership platform's users "do more," having to date connected its 35,000 active loan originators with more than 4.5 million borrowers and 141,000 real estate partners. Schreiner Gates has overseen the release of dozens of new features designed to facilitate a more streamlined, "from anywhere" lending experience for all stakeholders in the mortgage lending process. In January 2021, Schreiner Gates helped lead a $108 million Series B funding round led by global venture-capital and private-equity firm Insight Partners and TVC Capital.

"I'm thrilled to be recognized for my passion for helping technology companies reach their potential," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "I'm particularly proud of the work we're doing at SimpleNexus and look forward to continuing to shake up the mortgage industry with continued innovation."

In its inaugural year, Mortgage Banker's Powerful Women in Mortgage Banking awards program highlights female pioneers, leaders and innovators in the mortgage industry. The full list of winners can be viewed in the July edition of Mortgage Banker Magazine.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced Mortgage Banker has recognized company CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates as a 2021 Powerful Women of Mortgage Banking honoree.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus expands C-suite under leadership of Cathleen Schreiner Gates

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced new executive appointments in operations, revenue generation and customer success. With this restructure, recently appointed CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates deepens the tech firm's organizational chart and adds her stamp to an executive team focused on elevating the homeownership experience.

"SimpleNexus' continued success requires a corresponding commitment to ensuring the proper strategic-level thinking and oversight are in place in all aspects of the company," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "I've hand-selected these proven team members to help drive our strategy and prepare for future growth."

THE PROMOTIONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES INCLUDE:

Kevin McKenzie, Chief Operating Officer (COO)

McKenzie, who is also the firm's chief financial officer (CFO), will absorb the responsibilities of COO, including oversight of human resources, information technology, legal, corporate development and facilities.

John Aslanian, Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)

Aslanian's promotion from senior vice president of sales to CRO recognizes his contributions to two years of record-breaking revenue growth for the firm. He joined SimpleNexus in 2019 as an established sales veteran with more than two decades of experience in the mortgage and software industries.

Andria Lightfoot, Chief Customer Officer (CCO)

Lightfoot, who joined SimpleNexus in March of this year as vice president of professional services, has leveraged her deep mortgage expertise to drive adoption of digital eClosing. As CCO, Lightfoot will oversee all customer-centric activities of SimpleNexus' customer division including, professional services, customer success, support, training, and integration engineering. Pam Faulkner, formerly director of mortgage solutions, will join Lightfoot's team as a vice president of customer journey.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Learn more at: https://www.simplenexus.com/

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced new executive appointments in operations, revenue generation and customer success.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus Vice President of Marketing Richard Jackman selected as marketing leader by HousingWire 2021 Marketing Leaders Award

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced Vice President of Marketing Richard Jackman has been named a Marketing Leader by HousingWire's 2021 inaugural Marketing Leaders award program.

Jackman was selected by HousingWire for his seamless reinvention of the SimpleNexus' annual User Group (SNUG) conference as a 100% virtual event. Where countless other industry events have been canceled or postponed, the 3rd annual SNUG conference took place as scheduled in February 2021, drawing more than 500 attendees from more than 150 companies. Additionally, Jackman had an important role in positioning SimpleNexus for a $108 million Series B funding round led by global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners in January of 2021.

"2021 was the perfect year to roll out the Marketing Leaders award program," says Caren Karris, director of marketing for HW Media. "The last year has thrown marketers, including myself, its fair share of curve balls and these 50 individuals embody what it takes to think strategically and move quickly to drive success for their brands and businesses."

"Since joining SimpleNexus, Richard has hit the ground running in strategizing and executing SimpleNexus initiatives," said SimpleNexus CEO Cathleen Schreiner Gates. "Richard's marketing prowess has proved time and time again to be an asset to SimpleNexus. All of us at SimpleNexus are extremely proud of him."

In its inaugural year, HousingWire's Marketing Leaders award program seeks to recognize the most influential and creative marketing minds of the housing industry. View the full list of 2021 Marketing Leaders at https://www.housingwire.com/.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

About HousingWire:

HousingWire is the most influential source of news and information for the U.S. mortgage and housing markets. Built on a foundation of independent and original journalism, HousingWire reaches over 60,000 newsletter subscribers daily and over 1.0 million unique visitors each month. Our audience of mortgage, real estate and fintech professionals rely on us to Move Markets Forward. Visit www.housingwire.com or www.solutions.housingwire.com to learn more.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced Vice President of Marketing Richard Jackman has been named a Marketing Leader by HousingWire's 2021 inaugural Marketing Leaders award program.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

MobilityRE welcomes mortgage technology leader Jonas Kruckeberg as director of growth and client success

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- MobilityRE, a leader in real estate intelligence technologies for mortgage lenders and real estate agents, today announced it has appointed mortgage technology leader Jonas Kruckeberg as director of growth and client success. In this role, Kruckeberg will strengthen customer engagement for the company's flagship product, Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI). Kruckeberg will also oversee sales and customer success.

For 18 years, Kruckeberg has been driving sales and forging strategic partnerships at marquee mortgage technology firms. Notably, Kruckeberg helped grow Top of Mind into the mortgage industry's most used customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation platform, holding positions during his nine-year tenure as vice president of sales and executive vice president of strategic partnerships and industry relationships. Immediately before joining MobilityRE, Kruckeberg served as chief revenue officer at Knowledge Coop, a leading provider of continuing education (CE) training for mortgage lenders.

"We feel incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to work with a mortgage tech industry veteran as well-established as Jonas," said MobilityRE CEO and Founder Ben Teerlink. "Bringing him on board to spearhead customer engagement and success for MMI is going to help our customers work smarter and grow revenue as the pendulum shifts from red hot refi- to purchase market."

By accessing an unrivaled database of comprehensive real estate and mortgage production data, MMI's enterprise customers can identify partner networks that best support their business objectives, with granular insight into lenders, loan officers and real estate agents by region or individual transactions. As director of growth and client success, Kruckeberg will work closely with customers to ensure that their teams are maximizing every facet of MMI's powerful feature set.

"As a former customer and power user of MMI, it's invigorating to now be on the inside with the ability to directly help our customers turbocharge their strategic data initiatives," said Kruckeberg. "Working side-by-side with Ben and the leadership team here is already giving me flashbacks to my early days with Top of Mind. There's just so much potential; it's enthralling to think we're only scratching the surface. Honestly, the excitement and amazement I see in peoples' eyes when we give them a demo of MMI, that says it all. The data and tech is really unrivaled right now. MMI is a rocket ship, no question about it."

About MobilityRE:

MobilityRE is a market leader in real estate intelligence technology. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, the company's signature product, Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), provides access to actionable, dependable data for enterprise customers in mortgage lending, real estate, title and related industries. MMI is currently used by over 200 enterprise customers, including 18 of the top-25 lenders in the country.

Visit https://mobilitymi.com/ to learn more.

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MobilityRE, a leader in real estate intelligence technologies for mortgage lenders and real estate agents, today announced it has appointed mortgage technology leader Jonas Kruckeberg as director of growth and client success.

Related link: https://mobilitymi.com/

SimpleNexus integrates with Finicity’s Mortgage Verification Service to give lenders a simpler, faster way to verify borrower assets, income and employment

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced an integration with Finicity's Mortgage Verification Service (MVS) that allows lenders to streamline the verification of applicants' assets, income and employment using a single embedded service.

Finicity (https://www.finicity.com), a Mastercard company and leading provider of open banking solutions, launched MVS in February. The service leverages consumer-permissioned bank and payroll data to provide accurate, real-time insight into a borrower's current assets, income and employment in minutes, without any paperwork. MVS has helped lenders shave up to 12 days off the origination process and is accepted by both Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, making loans eligible for rep and warrant relief.

SimpleNexus is the first mortgage point-of-sale (POS) platform to offer Finicity's MVS as an integrated solution. Without ever leaving the SimpleNexus mobile app, borrowers can use MVS to complete asset, income and employment verification in a few simple steps that take just minutes to complete. Lenders receive validated payroll, paystub and bank account data in real time and can refresh the data within 10 days of the loan closing as needed to fulfill investor requirements.

"Our integration with Finicity's Mortgage Verification Service delivers GSE-accepted verification of assets, income and employment in one easy interaction," said SimpleNexus Chief Product Officer Shane Westra. "The entire process takes place in minutes within the simple, familiar SimpleNexus app that borrowers and loan officers rely on throughout the homebuying journey."

"Digital experiences that simplify our lives are the rule of the day," said Finicity Chief Product Officer Nick Thomas. "The integration of Finicity's Mortgage Verification Service into the innovative SimpleNexus platform furthers this vision with a simple, intuitive digital process for verifying income, assets and employment in a single online experience."

"By embedding Finicity's income and employment verifications within S1 Connect, just as we previously integrated Finicity's asset verification, we have once again significantly empowered our clients and streamlined the home approval process," said Synergy One CEO Steve Majerus. Synergy One's 275 loan officers use a white-labeled version of SimpleNexus under the S1 Connect moniker.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

About Finicity:

Finicity, a Mastercard company, helps individuals, families and organizations make smarter financial decisions through its safe and secure access to fast, high-quality data. The company provides a proven and trusted open banking platform that puts consumers in control of their financial data, transforming the way we experience money for everything from budgeting and payments to investing and lending. Finicity partners with influential financial institutions and disruptive fintech providers alike to give consumers a leg up in a complicated financial world, helping to improve financial literacy, expanding financial inclusion and ultimately leading to better financial outcomes. Finicity is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. To learn more or test drive its API, visit https://www.finicity.com.

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SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced an integration with Finicity's Mortgage Verification Service (MVS) that allows lenders to streamline the verification of applicants' assets, income and employment using a single embedded service.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

Utah Youth Soccer and Stack Sports Extend Partnership 5 Years to Grow Participation in Youth Soccer

SANDY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Stack Sports, the largest and fastest-growing provider of sports technology, continues its momentum in Soccer with a 5 year partnership extension with long-term partner Utah Youth Soccer Association.

With U.S. Soccer Connect, an exclusive version of the Sports Connect platform developed in conjunction with U.S. Soccer, Stack Sports will continue to deliver best-in-class participation growth technology and service to Utah Youth Soccer Association. U.S. Soccer Connect will provide the operating system and integrated solutions for the state association, its member clubs and leagues, and the parents, players, coaches and teams participating in Utah Youth Soccer Association's soccer community.

"We couldn't be more excited to continue our journey with Utah Youth Soccer Association. Our team has worked side-by-side with them for over fifteen years, as they've steadily grown their player count year after year through smart use of technology," said Tom Arnett, General Manager of U.S. Soccer Connect. "UYSA has been the gold standard for growing the game through partnership, and we are honored to continue with them on that path."

"UYSA is excited to extend our nearly twenty-year partnership with Stack Sports. Throughout our history with Stack, we have experienced firsthand the unmatched level of customer service, product offerings, and vision that Stack offers," said Bryan Attridge, Utah Youth Soccer CEO. "Our membership's positive experiences are dependent on a system that is reliable, seamless, and nimble, and Stack's dedication to the user experience is unmatched in the industry. We couldn't be happier to partner with Stack for another 5 years."

Members of the Utah Youth Soccer Association will be able to take advantage of U.S. Soccer Connect's athlete safety features, deep insights tools, digital marketing hub, comprehensive financial reporting, automated coach compliance, and direct integration with the U.S. Soccer Federation. This connected ecosystem will save staff and volunteers thousands of administrative hours annually and will continue to improve the connectedness of the game globally.

If your state soccer organization is looking to grow participation through technology and partnership, take the next step at https://www.sportsconnect.com/us-soccer-connect-state-directors/.

About Utah Youth Soccer

UYSA is a non-profit corporation established January 9, 1978 as a 501(c)(3) with a mission to be the leader in promoting, developing and governing youth soccer in Utah; providing quality educational and developmental opportunities for all members. UYSA is sanctioned by the U.S. Soccer Federation and US Youth Soccer to be the governing body of soccer in Utah. We are also recognized by the U.S. Olympic Committee as the governing body for youth soccer in our state. For more information about UYSA please visit https://www.utahyouthsoccer.net/.

About Stack Sports

With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations, including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars, rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations. Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on three key pillars -- Play, Improve, and Engage. To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit https://stacksports.com/.

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Stack Sports, the largest and fastest-growing provider of sports technology, continues its momentum in Soccer with a 5 year partnership extension with long-term partner Utah Youth Soccer Association.

Related link: https://stacksports.com/

The Premier Agency is Recruiting New Insurance Agents in Arizona and Utah, and Matching Their Marketing Budget Dollar-For-Dollar

PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Premier Agency, founded in 2017, has begun recruiting top insurance agents throughout Arizona and Utah. The company specializes in Medicare, health, life, and long term care insurance. By working with the Premier Agency, new agents will represent most Major Medicare Advantage and Supplement carriers. One of the perks to working with the Premier Agency is their co-op marketing program.

The agency offers an exclusive co-op marketing program that matches their agent's marketing budgets, dollar-for-dollar.

Brent Crawley, co-founder of The Premier Agency, explains, "Our co-op process is quite unique and unlike anything we think you'll find elsewhere. Simply put, our agents are never alone when spending money to market their business. If they spend a dollar, we spend a dollar. We want to see our agents thrive! We care about their success and often that success takes time, commitment and costs money, and we are here to help.

"At The Premier Agency, we empower our agents to take control of their agency by providing them access to state of the art tools and resources to ensure their clients receive the best advice and service possible. We position agents and agencies to achieve instant success with best-in-class technology and well-established partner networks."

In addition to the co-op marketing program, new agents with the Premier Agency also have access to partnerships with doctors and medical groups, a free CRM, agent referral bonuses, and a multi-carrier online enrollment and quote tool, among other perks. Cultivating a positive company culture is also a cornerstone of working with the Premier Agency.

"The Premier Agency is very focused on the connection and relationship we have with our agents and agencies. We do weekly trainings, quarterly conference calls, promotional events and so much more for our agents. We want everyone to feel like they are part of our team. We go through a process of building a business plan for every producer who wants one, with the idea of helping them grow their business. We have created a culture that empowers and encourages our agents to provide the time and world class service that our senior community so desperately deserves," says Crawley.

Interested agents can inquire about working with the Premier Agency by calling (602) 350-5540, emailing j.heubach@premieragentnet.com or visiting https://www.premieragentnet.com/become-an-agent/.

The Premier Agency, founded in 2017, has begun recruiting top insurance agents throughout Arizona and Utah. The company specializes in Medicare, health, life, and long term care insurance. By working with the Premier Agency, new agents will represent most Major Medicare Advantage and Supplement carriers.

Related link: https://www.premieragentnet.com/

SimpleNexus Founder Matt Hansen to lead new skunkworks unit, names Cathleen Schreiner Gates CEO

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Founder Matt Hansen will pass the CEO baton to President Cathleen Schreiner Gates. Hansen remains heavily involved with the firm, where he will double down on customer focus leading a task force of software developers and sales staff that specializes in tackling high-priority projects.

"SimpleNexus started as a passion project - an app to help my brother-in-law expand his mortgage business - and it has since grown beyond anything I originally imagined," said Hansen. "Over the past seven years, I've had the great pleasure of building a better homebuying experience for consumers and lenders with the help of hundreds of dedicated, passionate professionals."

"Now, by placing the leadership of SimpleNexus into Cathleen's highly capable hands, I have the opportunity to return to the work that brings me the most joy: focusing on the voice of the customer and rolling up my sleeves to lead projects that translate our users' needs into reality."

As CEO, Schreiner Gates will guide SimpleNexus to set the bar for what a homeownership platform should be as she leads operations and strategic decision-making. Schreiner Gates began her engagement with the organization as a board member in April 2020 and was named president in September 2020. She is a decorated mortgage technology leader. Previously, she served as EVP of sales and marketing at digital mortgage technology provider Ellie Mae (now ICE Mortgage Technology). During her tenure, Ellie Mae spent six consecutive years on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 and negotiated a $3.7-billion purchase by private equity firm Thoma Bravo.

"Early on I recognized that SimpleNexus is more than another technology tool for lenders. Our team's empathy for our customers and enthusiasm for continuously improving the homebuying process is driving SimpleNexus to develop innovative tools that are fundamentally changing the mortgage experience for the better," said Schreiner Gates. "I am excited to continue helping SimpleNexus chart its course as a mortgage technology game-changer."

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Learn more: https://www.simplenexus.com/

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending #peoplemovers

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced that Founder Matt Hansen will pass the CEO baton to President Cathleen Schreiner Gates. Hansen remains heavily involved with the firm, where he will double down on customer focus leading a task force of software developers and sales staff that specializes in tackling high-priority projects.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus applauds Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) for targeting federal Remote Online Notarization (RON) legislation as National Advocacy Conference priority

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today praised the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) for naming federal Remote Online Notarization (RON) legislation as a core issue of its National Advocacy Conference.

"Our industry has taken sweeping measures to provide mortgage consumers with the mobile and online home buying experience they prefer, but existing notarial laws impede the shift in technology," said SimpleNexus Founder and CEO Matt Hansen. "To date, only 32 states have passed RON-enabling legislation, hindering the housing finance industry's ability to provide a broad swath of American homebuyers with the safety and convenience of a remote online closing ceremony. SimpleNexus commends the Mortgage Bankers Association for leading the charge on this critical issue."

The MBA is coordinating with association partners and members to encourage Congress to reintroduce and enact The Securing and Enabling Commerce Using Remote Online Notarization Act (SECURE Notarization Act). Initially introduced with bipartisan sponsorship as Senate Bill 3533 in March 2020, the SECURE Notarization Act would permit immediate nationwide use of RON with minimum standards necessary to protect consumer data and provide certainty for the interstate recognition of RON. States with existing RON laws on the books would retain the flexibility to implement their own RON standards.

Each year, the MBA organizes housing finance stakeholders for its National Advocacy Conference to directly educate lawmakers about key industry policy priorities and hear directly from elected officials. This year's conference will be held virtually, May 11-12, 2021.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Learn more at: https://www.simplenexus.com/

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgagelending #RON @MISMO @MortgageBankersAssociation

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today praised the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) for naming federal Remote Online Notarization (RON) legislation as a core issue of its National Advocacy Conference.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

SimpleNexus President Cathleen Schreiner Gates Named 2021 Mortgage Star by Mortgage Women Magazine

LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- SimpleNexus (https://simplenexus.com/), developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced Mortgage Women Magazine has recognized Cathleen Schreiner Gates as a Mortgage Star.

Known for her reputation in early-stage global and software-as-a-service (SaaS) organizations, Schreiner Gates was recognized by the Mortgage Women Magazine for her recent successes with SimpleNexus. As president of SimpleNexus, Schreiner Gates has grown staff by 63% and overseen the release of new features designed to facilitate a more streamlined, "from anywhere" lending experience for all stakeholders in the mortgage lending transaction. In January 2021, Schreiner Gates helped lead a $108 million Series B funding round led by global venture-capital and private-equity firm Insight Partners and TVC Capital.

"I'm humbled to be selected by Mortgage Women Magazine for this award. Developing people and companies has long been a passion of mine," said Schreiner Gates. "It is thrilling to have a hand in the vision SimpleNexus has for mortgage technology."

Before her engagement with SimpleNexus, Schreiner Gates served as EVP of sales and marketing at Ellie Mae. Constructing unprecedented growth in 2017, Schreiner Gates led the company to earn reported revenue of $417.0 million, up from $360.3 million in 2016. That same year, Schreiner Gates' sales and services department was responsible for booking 40,800 Encompass seats, taking the total number of users to 242,000. Her career has been characterized by expertise in both outside and inside sales channels, business development, market assessment, professional services, demand creation, customer service, operations and support.

Recipients of the Mortgage Women Magazine Mortgage Star award will be featured in the magazine's May/June issue in addition to being recognized at the Mortgage Star conference in Memphis May 4-7.

About SimpleNexus, LLC:

SimpleNexus is a homeownership platform transforming the mortgage experience and connecting borrowers, loan officers, real estate agents and settlement service providers throughout the homebuying process. The platforms' native mobile toolset enables lenders to originate, process and close home loans from anywhere with increased efficiency and convenience. Loan officers can manage their loan pipelines, order credit, run pricing, send pre-approvals, sign disclosures and execute eClosings - all on the go. SimpleNexus provides borrowers with a single sign-on experience from home search to the application, document upload, eClose and beyond for a more streamlined homeownership journey.

Twitter: @SimpleNexus #digitalmortgage #mortgageindustry #mortgagelending @MortgageWomen #MortgageStars

SimpleNexus, developer of the leading homeownership platform for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents and settlement agents, today announced Mortgage Women Magazine has recognized Cathleen Schreiner Gates as a Mortgage Star.

Related link: https://simplenexus.com/

IDS Honored as Bronze Stevie® Award Winner In 2021 American Business Awards®

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /ScoopCloud/ -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today it was named the winner of a Bronze Stevie® Award in the Customer Service Department of the Year category in The 19th Annual American Business Awards®.

Customization and knowledgeable client service are two of the hallmarks of working with IDS. For the team members of the customer service department, embodying those commitments means going above and beyond to resolve client questions, issues and concerns as quickly as possible, even if it means stretching themselves outside the bounds of the typical customer service agent.

This dedication has directly contributed to IDS' consistently high customer satisfaction rates. In 2020 IDS maintained a 99% satisfaction rate, which is much higher than Global Benchmark at 94% and Software Industry Benchmark at 96%. IDS had an average of 12.0 hours average first reply time, better than the industry average of 14.8 hours. Remarkably, this was all accomplished during the pandemic, which caused a shift to remote operations amidst a refinance boom, both of which also contributed to a significant increase in the number of tickets IDS received.

"IDS has always focused on meeting our customer's needs and 2020 was no different," said IDS Vice President and General Manager Mark Mackey. "Our customer service department ensured IDS continued to provide fast and effective service in the middle of a global pandemic, all while adapting to new levels of customer expectations with extreme flexibility and dedication."

The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.'s premier business awards program. All organizations operating in the U.S.A. are eligible to submit nominations - public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large and small.

"The American economy continues to show its resilience, and as we're poised on the beginning of what should be a phenomenal period of growth, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of a wide range of organizations and people over the past 18 months," said Stevie Awards president Maggie Gallagher. "This year's Stevie-winning nominations in The American Business Awards are testament to the ingenuity, the commitment, the passion, the adaptability, and the creativity of the American people. We look forward to celebrating this year's winners during our virtual ceremony on June 30."

Nicknamed the Stevies for the Greek word meaning "crowned," the awards will be virtually presented to winners during a live event on Wednesday, June 30. Tickets for the virtual event are now on sale.

Details about The American Business Awards and the list of 2021 Stevie winners are available at http://www.stevieawards.com/ABA.

About IDS, Inc.

IDS, a Reynolds and Reynolds company, was founded in 1986 in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is a nationwide provider of mortgage documents and compliance. IDS services include eSignatures, closing documents, initial disclosures, document fulfillment and integration with leading loan origination systems and eClosing platforms. The IDS flagship doc prep solution, idsDoc, is recognized in the industry for its ability to be customized to meet specific lender needs, particularly in regard to major industry compliance changes. (https://info.idsdoc.com/)

About the Stevie Awards

Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. The Stevies also produce the annual Women|Future Conference. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.

Sponsors of The 2021 American Business Awards include John Hancock Financial Services, Melissa Sones Consulting, and SoftPro.

Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced today it was named the winner of a Bronze Stevie® Award in the Customer Service Department of the Year category in The 19th Annual American Business Awards®.

Related link: https://info.idsdoc.com/