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June 16, 2025

Lending That Builds Legacy ft. Jeremy Davis | S04E17

In this powerful episode of MikeDrop, we sit down with Jeremy Davis, President of Mortgage at Southern Bancorp, to explore what it really means to build legacy through lending. Jeremy doesn’t just talk housing; he lives and breathes it—from grassroots advocacy to C-suite leadership. His journey is a masterclass in…

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June 13, 2025

Real Estate... Real Stakes Lending that builds Legacy.

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June 12, 2025

Real Estate... Real Stakes Lending that builds Legacy.

Real Estate... Real Stakes Lending that builds Legacy. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5512000279543808

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June 9, 2025

Figure FinTech ft. Michael Tannenbaum | S04E16

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Tannenbaum, the new CEO of Figure Technology Solutions, for a conversation about career growth, smart leadership, and how new ideas are changing the way lending and finance work today. Michael’s path is nothing short of impressive. He helped grow SoFi’s lending operations,…

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June 5, 2025

Scaling Brex and Fintech

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June 3, 2025

Thrive and Lead ft. Patty Arvielo | S04E15

In this powerful episode titled Thrive & Lead, we sit down with one of the mortgage industry’s most influential voices—Patty Arvielo, CEO and Co-Founder of New American Funding, and a beacon of leadership, resilience, and equity in financial services. Patty’s story isn’t just about building a mortgage company—it’s about building…

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May 28, 2025

Latina Led - The Leader's BluePrint

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May 26, 2025

Call, Connect, Community ft. Alec Hanson | S04E14

In this episode of The MikedUp Show, we dive deep into what it truly means to build lasting relationships in the mortgage world—one call at a time. Featuring Alec Hanson, CMO at loanDepot and one of the most outspoken voices in modern mortgage, this conversation is all about real connection…

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May 22, 2025

Alec Hanson - Cold Connect - Calls That Build Community

Alec Hanson - Cold Connect - Calls That Build Community

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May 19, 2025

Beyond Rates - Close Loans & Keep Your Money ft. Jennifer McGuinness | S04E13

When you hear “capital markets,” you might think of something rigid, complex, maybe even out of reach. But in this MikeDrop recap, Jennifer McGuinness-Lubbert tears down that wall and shows us how capital markets are being reimagined — with real, accessible strategies for every lender ready to adapt and grow.…

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May 19, 2025

Reinventing Capital Markets ft. Jennifer McGuinness | S04E13

In this powerhouse episode of The MikedUp Show, we dive deep into the evolving world of capital markets with none other than Jennifer McGuinness-Lubbert — a 25+ year mortgage banking veteran and the CEO of Pivot Financial. Jennifer doesn’t just adapt to change — she builds for it. This episode…

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May 15, 2025

Capital Vision - Reinventing Capital Markets

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May 8, 2025

Growing Forward - Lessons That Build Prosperity

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May 5, 2025

Why You Need A Warehouse Line NOW ft. Chris Avery | S04E11

💥**“A warehouse line can be your lifeline.”** That’s one of the many 🔥 takeaways from this week’s MikeDrop recap, where Chris Avery of First Horizon Bank joins us to talk about relationships, resourcefulness, and resilience in the mortgage world. This isn’t just another industry conversation—this is a masterclass in mindset…

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May 5, 2025

Warehouse Lines & Relationships ft. Chris Avery | S04E11

Warehouse lines aren't just financing—they’re a foundation. In this compelling episode of The MikedUp Show, hosts Michael Kelleher and Michael Zau sit down with Chris Avery, Vice President and Relationship Manager at First Horizon Bank, to unpack the crucial intersection of warehouse lines of credit and strategic industry relationships in…

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May 1, 2025

Between The Lines: Relationships & Leaderships

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April 28, 2025

The New Focus: Residential Real Estate Investment Products ft. Ben Fertig |S04E10

In today's fast-changing mortgage world, opportunity is shifting—and smart lenders are paying attention. On this episode of The MikedUp Show, hosts Michael Kelleher and Michael Zau are joined by Ben Fertig, President of Constructive Loans, to explore the rise of residential real estate investment products and what they mean for…

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April 24, 2025

The new focus : residential real estate investment products

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April 21, 2025

What It Takes To Build Mortgage Startups in 2025 ft. Jim Carroll | S04E09

What does it really take to launch a mortgage company in today’s market? In this episode of The MikedUp Show, hosts Michael Kelleher and Michael Zau sit down with Jim Carroll, a seasoned mortgage professional and builder of operations from the ground up. With over two decades of experience across…

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April 17, 2025

Mortgage Startups - What it takes to build in 2025

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April 15, 2025

Community Lending That Helps ft. Nikki Bialka | S04E08

In this powerful episode of The MikedUp Show, hosts Michael Kelleher and Michael Zau are joined by Nikki Bialka, an unstoppable advocate for financial inclusion and the force behind Fifth Third Bank’s community lending initiatives. With a career rooted in mortgage, pipeline management, and operations, Nikki’s true passion lies in…

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April 15, 2025

Community Over Commission : Nikki Bialka | Fifth Third Bank | S04E08

In this MikeDrop recap, we dive into the most powerful takeaways from our full conversation with Nikki Bialka of Fifth Third Bank, a fierce advocate for equitable access and financial empowerment. Her mission? Equip communities with the tools they need to thrive through homeownership—especially those who've historically been left out…

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April 10, 2025

Equip Communities with Financial Tools to Thrive

Equip Communities with Financial Tools to Thrive

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April 7, 2025

Longevity Over Hype: A Mortgage Masterclass by Steven Milner | S04E07

🎬 In this MikeDrop recap, we distill the wisdom-packed highlights from our full conversation with Steven A. Milner, CEO of US Mortgage Corporation, who’s spent 45+ years building a business and a legacy that’s as resilient as it is respected. If you’re in the mortgage industry and thinking about the…

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