The Mortgage Bankers Association’s Annual Convention & Expo (MBA Annual21) is back—and better than ever—at the San Diego Convention Center Oct. 17-20.
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Together Again…Safely
For the first time in two years, the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Annual Convention & Expo is taking place in person, October 17-20 in San Diego. MBA is committed to creating a healthy and safe environment for all attendees.
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“It’s not because I’m Black, or that I’m a female; it’s because I worked my tail off and my peers have recognized the kind of contributions I can make to this industry. I’m excited about the opportunity to lead MBA and give back to them, just as they’ve given to me.”
–Incoming MBA Chairman Kristy Fercho.
MBA Annual21 Sponsors
The Mortgage Bankers Association thanks the following companies for their sponsorship of the MBA Annual Convention & Expo:
Special Events at THE HUB, THE MEETING SPOT and THE INNOVATION STAGE
After a virtual 2020, we look forward to in-person learning, networking and more at MBA Annual21. More than 3,500 industry professionals plan to attend this event, with more than 130 firms displaying their products and services in the exhibition hall.
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