About Us

Welcome to MikedUp, where we bridge today’s finance challenges with tomorrow’s innovative solutions. Our mission is to empower loan officers, lenders, independent mortgage bankers, new homebuyers, and homeowners with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in the ever-evolving mortgage and real estate industry.

Each week, hosts Mike Kelleher and Michael Zau embark on a deep dive with top industry experts who are charting the course for the future of banking and lending. From breaking down complex mortgage concepts to discussing the latest market trends, we provide cutting-edge insights and spirited debates that will ignite your strategy and challenge the status quo.

Whether you're looking to streamline your mortgage process, stay updated with the latest tools and technologies, or learn how to build your personal brand, MikedUp is your go-to resource.

Tune in, stay informed, and let's revolutionize the future of finance together with MikedUp.

About the Hosts

Michael Kelleher

Host/CEO, Adopt The Brand

I pioneered white label mobile apps in the mortgage industry that processed over $500 billion in loan volume and served 32,000+ loan officers.

For the past decade, I've navigated the complex intersection of mortgage and technology:

Built relationships with 200+ IMB CEOs, 20 banks, and 15 credit unions
Sold over $10M in SaaS contracts to an industry resistant to change
Sold over 20 million in annual contracts of services.
Managed product roadmaps and legal frameworks for enterprise integration of other contratsions
Attended 155+ industry conferences, building an unmatched network
I don't just open doors—I build bridges between innovative tech and mortgage leaders who need solutions.

When we work together, you get:

A translator who converts your tech-speak into mortgage value
Implementation strategies that actually work in the real world
Direct access to decision-makers you'd otherwise spend 6+ months trying to reach
My weekly show connects industry leaders and showcases emerging solutions, while my consulting helps companies avoid the $250,000+ mistake of approaching the mortgage market incorrectly.

The mortgage industry doesn't need another shiny app. It needs systems that truly integrate with how lending works.

Michael Zau

Cohost/Managing Partner, Remington Park

I love this quote, "my vocation is as a real estate mortgage broker, but my occupation is God!" I am a
fallable man, however I stay focused on my willing heart to our creator and savior. I use this as my focus on how I talk to people regarding real estate, mortgages, and investment.
'When your values are clear, your decisions are easy." Sometimes there are hard calls to make, but we all have to do them. It takes a clear head and unwavering focus to stay on the course, especially with money.
If you are a willing participant in this life, allow me to be part of this journey, lets see how far we can go together!