Innovate To Elevate:

The Future of Mortgage Lending

Sunday, September 22nd – Tuesday, September 24th

Dear Esteemed Colleagues and Mortgage Industry Professionals,

I am thrilled to extend our warmest welcome to the upcoming 2024 Pacific Northwest Mortgage Lenders Conference (PNMLC) at the Seattle Grand Sheraton, September 22-24, 2024.

We will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the mortgage industry. As our industry continues to evolve through technology, innovation, and adaptation, we will present an impressive lineup of local and national industry leaders who will share insights on critical topics impacting the mortgage industry.

CONFERENCE PREVIEW

Join Conference MC Ken Perry of The Knowledge Coop to welcome these and other speakers:

• Steve Richman; Mortgage Industry Expert
• Mark Palim; Fannie Mae
• William Kooper; Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)
• Jean Bradley; Essent Guaranty
• J. Lennox Scott; John L. Scott

Session topics preview:

• Affordability and The Future of Real Estate
• Embracing Technology: AI and Social Media
• Strategic Partnerships Advocating Homeownership
• Regulatory Landscape and What Lies Ahead

In addition to our main conference, we are offering a separate track dedicated to originators featuring industry experts who will educate and inspire attendees.

Together, we can shape the future of mortgage lending and propel our industry to new heights.

I encourage you to register for the 2024 Pacific Northwest Mortgage Lenders Conference today and secure your spot among industry leaders and innovators. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram as we continue to roll out our lineup of speakers and session topics.

Warm regards,

Andy McDonough; CMG Home Loans, WMBA

Chairman, Pacific Northwest Mortgage Lenders Conference

Sheraton Grand Seattle

1400 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

2024 CONFERENCE MC:

Ken Perry

President/CEO, The Knowledge Coop

Ken Perry is the President/CEO of The Knowledge Coop, a groundbreaking social learning technology platform that is reshaping how companies in the mortgage industry communicate and collaborate internally.

Ken's journey as a speaker and trusted mortgage resource began back in 2003 when he addressed the pressing issues of identity theft and cybercrime. Since then, he has become a recognized authority on the latest trends and regulatory changes affecting the mortgage and real estate sector. With a passion for staying ahead of industry developments and a knack for distilling complex topics into accessible insights. Ken Perry brings a unique blend of expertise, humor and a dynamic speaking style to every event he attends.

At the heart of Ken’s technological innovation is Coop+, an all-in-one online learning hub for

mortgage professionals. It provides NMLS-approved education, a cutting-edge AI assistant, and

over 100 master classes. Coop+ offers even more, including weekly industry news videos,

essential training, and extra classes to boost efficiency and increase loan closing rates. It also

hosts a vibrant community for professionals to connect and collaborate, fostering growth and

success.



In addition to his career in training and developing technology, Ken hosts the captivating

podcast “Lessons From Last Time.” He shares stories infused with lessons of triumph over life

and industry challenges, illuminating paths of resilience and growth that will bring inspiration and

encouragement to his listeners

FEATURED 2024 SPEAKERS:

Jean Bradley

Strategic Business Development Executive, Essent Guaranty

Jean Bradley is an executive with Essent Guaranty, responsible for Strategic Business Development. With over 30 years of mortgage industry experience, ”Connecting people everywhere” is a motto she lives by.

Jean is an active leader and mentor throughout the MBA mPower community, promoting the advancement of women in the mortgage insurance and mortgage industry in the areas of sales leadership and relationship development. Jean was nominated to serve as a member of the Board of Directors for the MBA Opens Doors Board in 2018, promoting the mission of helping vulnerable families with critically ill or injured children stay in their homes while being treated.



Jean holds a B.A. in Mass Communications & Journalism with a minor in Business from St Bonaventure University as well as the Executive Advanced Leadership program at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.

William Kooper

Vice President, State Government Affairs & Industry Relations

Mortgage Bankers Association

William Kooper is Vice President of State Government Affairs and Industry Relations at the Mortgage Bankers Association and in that capacity leads MBA's advocacy efforts at the state and local level as well as MBA's engagement with mortgage banking associations across the country. William is responsible for the MBA State Legislative and Regulatory Committee, staffs the State Association Relations Committee and leads the State Relations Initiative -- MBA's program to partner with state associations to align business development, communications and advocacy interests.

William joined MBA in January 2001 as Director of Government Affairs, and has had a variety of roles assisting MBA members. Before leading the state program, he was Associate Vice President of Legislative and Political Affairs where he directed MBA's nationwide grassroots advocacy program, the Mortgage Action Alliance, Inc. and the planning and execution of MBA's National Advocacy Conference. He also served as staff to MBA's political action committee, MORPAC.

Prior to joining MBA, William was appointed by President Bill Clinton as Special Assistant and Briefing Coordinator to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Andrew Cuomo. At HUD, William prepared the Secretary's daily event briefings, wrote the Secretary's weekly report to the President and also made contributions to Presidential and Vice Presidential briefing documents. William's other positions in and out of government have included Manager of Government Relations at HIP Health Plans in New York City, Senior Legislative Associate to the New York State Assembly Committee on Health, Research Analyst for the New York State Assembly's Council on Health Care Financing, and Confidential Assistant to New York Governor Mario Cuomo. 

William was born in New York City and raised in Newtown, Connecticut. He received his MPA with a concentration in management from New York University in 1991 and his BA in International Affairs from Trinity University in 1986. William also studied at the University of East Anglia in the United Kingdom and attended the Chase Collegiate School in Waterbury, CT.

CALL FOR SPONSORS:

The 2024 PNMLC has amazing opportunities for sponsorship! If you are interested in getting involved as a sponsor,

please email admin@wa-mba.org.