CHICAGO--MBA Education, the award-winning education division of the Mortgage Bankers Association, recognized 17 individuals who earned the Commercial Certified Mortgage Servicer (CCMS®) designation at a ceremony held at its 2023 Commercial/Multifamily Finance Servicing and Technology Conference.

Go Mortgage, Columbus, Ohio, named Jessica Manna as its chief marketing officer, responsible for overseeing all marketing initiatives and strategies to further promote Go Mortgage's brand and drive business growth.

I was listening to a panel of industry executives when it occurred to me something incredibly important was missing from the conversation topics. The all-important intangible component, the dream of home ownership. The dream you ask? More on what I mean in just a minute.

AI is undergoing its “Halo and Horns Effect”—everything it touches is anticipated to turn into a pot of gold or end civilization. However, while the promise is unprecedented, the realities of being able to define, build, and sustain dynamic AI initiatives are innovatively and operationally complex. For organizations to succeed, they will require an iterative framework that is principle encased, delivered with precise actions of rationale, and all the while continuously mitigating hidden implications.

mba.org has been chosen as one of three finalists for the 2023 Sitefinity Website of the Year Awards. MBA members can vote to ensure mba.org is the winner.

Social media is an essential channel to create connectivity and trust with prospects. Whether you’re just getting started with social selling or are a well-oiled social selling team, it’s important to be aware of present market conditions and adjust your strategy accordingly.