Distinguished Mortgage Industry Leaders Join
AFR to Drive Strategic Growth Initiatives
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 23,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Financial Resources,
LLC (AFR) proudly announces the hiring and appointment of
Michael Brenning as the Head of
Production, effective April 19, 2024,
and Brian Collins as the Executive
Vice President of Capital Markets, who officially joined the
company on April 16, 2024.
In his new role, Michael Brenning
will be instrumental in advancing the company's strategic
initiatives to drive loan volume growth and enhance sales
productivity. With a distinguished career, Michael Brenning brings a wealth of experience
and expertise to his new position. Most recently, Michael served as
the President of Fairway Central at Fairway Independent Mortgage
Corporation. Prior to that role, Michael founded and lead Amerisave
Wholesale Mortgage Solutions. A platform that was a fan
favorite in the broker community.
"We are thrilled to welcome Michael
Brenning to the AFR family," said Robert Pieklo, Chief Operating Officer of
American Financial Resources. "From our first conversation it was
very clear that we share the same vision for the future of AFR.
That vision includes an obsession over the customer experience.
Michael brings a wealth of knowledge, experience in building
platforms, and the ability to lead. Not just a leader for AFR
but for the industry. I am incredibly excited to partner with
Michael while we write the next chapter in AFR's
story."
In his new role, Michael will be responsible for developing and
executing strategic plans to drive loan volume growth, managing a
high-performing team, and cultivating a culture of excellence in
sales productivity. With his proven track record as a team builder
and catalyst for business growth, Michael is poised to make
significant contributions to AFR's continued success.
"I am excited to join the talented team at American Financial
Resources and contribute to the company's ongoing growth and
success," said Michael Brenning. "I
look forward to collaborating with my colleagues to drive
innovation, maximize productivity, and deliver exceptional service
to our clients."
In parallel, Brian Collins
rejoins AFR as the Executive Vice President of Capital Markets,
bringing valuable experience from his previous role at PennyMac. In
this capacity, Brian will be responsible for delivering best in
class execution for AFR Wholesale® and eLEND. In an
environment where every basis point matters, Brian's ability to
optimize deliveries and maximize execution will allow for American
Financial Resources to continue to pass through incredible pricing
to their customers. This hire reflects AFR's commitment to the
customer experience (yes, price matters) and recognizes Brian's
leadership potential in driving these initiatives forward.
"I am thrilled to welcome Brian
Collins to American Financial Resources. Brian brings a
wealth of experience and expertise that will undoubtedly drive our
execution and pricing strategies to new heights. I am personally
looking forward to working closely with Brian and witnessing the
wonderful impact he will have on AFR's growth and success," said
Tim Yanoti, Chief Financial Officer,
American Financial Resources, LLC.
Michael Brenning's appointment as
Head of Production and Brian
Collins' as Executive Vice President of Capital Markets mark
significant steps forward in AFR's commitment to growth and
excellence. With their expertise and leadership, American Financial
Resources is not only enhancing our own capabilities but also
positioning ourselves as a valuable resource for our clients'
continued success. We look forward to the positive impact Michael
and Brian will have on our team, our clients, and the industry as a
whole. Join us in welcoming Michael
Brenning and Brian Collins to
the AFR team as we embark on this exciting new chapter of our
journey!
About American Financial Resources, LLC
American Financial Resources, LLC (AFR) offers a comprehensive
array of residential-mortgage products to meet a variety of
financing needs. AFR is a leading manufactured home lender amongst
wholesalers and is a leading FHA 203(k) lender for sponsored
originations and an innovator in construction and renovation
lending. AFR utilizes the latest technology and delivers
educational resources to correspondent lenders, mortgage brokers,
loan originators, and consumers. American Financial Resources, LLC
is an Equal Housing Lender and Equal Opportunity Employer Lender.
NMLS 2826 at www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org. For more information,
visit www.afrcorp.com.
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