Episode 11: Erin Wester, Chief Product Officer of Optimal Blue

Episode 11: Erin Wester, Chief Product Officer of Optimal Blue

In this In this episode of the Mortgage Tech Intelligence podcast, host Dee Khullar interviews Erin Wester, Chief Product Officer at Optimal Blue. Erin discusses the latest innovations in mortgage technology, including AI-driven products like the Virtual Economist and Ask OB. The conversation covers how these tools are transforming capital markets, automating workflows, and empowering lenders to make faster, smarter decisions.

Episode 10: Melissa Langdale, Founder & CEO of Praxis Lending Solutions

In this episode of the Mortgage Tech Intelligence podcast, host Joey McDuffee interviews Melissa Langdale, founder and CEO of Praxis Lending Solutions. With over 20 years of experience in mortgage lending, Melissa shares her journey in the industry, the challenges lenders face today, and the impact of AI on mortgage operations. The conversation covers the importance of governance in AI, the need for comprehensive policies, and the future trends in mortgage lending, emphasizing the need for lenders to adapt to changing market conditions and technology advancements.

Episode 9: Julienne Joseph, SVP of Single Family Programs at DC Housing Finance Agency

In this episode of the Mortgage Tech Intelligence podcast, host Dee Khullar speaks with Julienne Joseph, a prominent advocate for housing policy and access to homeownership. Julienne shares her journey from loan officer to chief of staff at HUD, discussing the lessons learned from the 2008 housing crisis, the importance of engaging communities in policy-making, and the challenges faced by first-time home buyers today. The conversation also explores innovative solutions for down payment assistance, the impact of student loan debt on homeownership, and the need for collaboration across the housing ecosystem to expand access to homeownership.

Episode 8: Ross Diedrich, Founder & CEO at Covered Insurance

In this episode of Mortgage Tech Intelligence, Ed Furbee interviews Ross Diedrich, CEO of Covered Insurance, about the integration of homeowners insurance into the mortgage origination process. Ross shares his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges faced in the insurance industry, and how Covered simplifies the insurance shopping experience for borrowers. The conversation also covers the importance of automation, the partnership with Blue Sage and Prime Lending, and the future of embedded insurance in financial services.

Episode 7: Steve Octaviano, CTO at Blue Sage Solutions

In this episode of the Mortgage Tech Intelligence podcast, host Lucas Mast speaks with Steve Octaviano, CTO of Blue Sage Solutions, about the intersection of technology, innovation, and security in the mortgage industry. Steve shares his journey into mortgage technology, the importance of balancing day-to-day operations with long-term vision, and the critical role of security in handling sensitive data. They discuss the challenges of data security, best practices for CTOs, and the transformative potential of AI and automation in mortgage lending. The conversation also covers future trends in cloud strategy and integration, providing valuable insights for industry professionals.