Fintech Hunting

Welcome to a brand-new episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast with your host, Michael Hammond! In this episode, we dive deep into the future of mortgage automation, AI, and digital transformation with Rajan Nair, CEO of Indecomm. 💡 Rajan shares groundbreaking insights on: ✅ Intelligent document automation and mortgage technology ✅ The real impact of AI on lenders and operational efficiency ✅ F...

Market Insights & Loan Options: Eloise Schmitz on Tech in Lending Description: Join Michael Hammond in this episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast as he chats with Eloise Schmitz, CEO of LoanNEX about the current market and the tech helping lenders. What's discussed:     •    Market Overview (2025): Eloise gives her take on the market, rates, and what to expect in the coming year.     •    Tech's...

The Future of Mortgage Tech: AI, Efficiency, and Market Trends with Tim Nguyen | Fintech Hunting Podcast Join Michael Hammond as he talks with Tim Nguyen, co-founder and CEO of BeSmartee and Ask Bob, about the current mortgage market and tech trends for 2025. In this eye-opening episode, Tim shares his thoughts on:     •    The "new normal" in the mortgage industry and how lenders can adapt     • ...

Fintech Hunting: Revolutionizing Mortgage Tech with Sasha Stair, CMO at Xactus In this episode of Fintech Hunting, host Michael Hammond welcomes Sasha Stair, Chief Marketing Officer at Xactus for an in-depth discussion on the future of mortgage technology. Sasha shares her journey in the industry and offers valuable insights on:     •    Leveraging AI and technology for improved efficiency     •  ...

Mortgage Industry Insights 2025: Automation, Cost Reduction, and Market Trends with Neil Armstrong. In this episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond sits down with Neil Armstrong, Executive Vice President of Strategic Growth at Indecomm, to discuss the current state of the mortgage industry in 2025. Neil shares valuable insights on market trends, cost reduction strategies, and...

🔥 Fintech Hunting Podcast: Revolutionizing Insurance in the Mortgage Industry Join Michael Hammond as he sits down with Ross Diedrich, founder and CEO of Covered, for an eye-opening discussion on the future of insurance in the mortgage industry. In this must-watch episode, Ross shares invaluable insights on:   Market Trends and Challenges     •    The current state of the mortgage and insurance m...

Welcome to Season 7, Episode 1 of the Fintech Hunting podcast! 🎙️ Join host Michael Hammond as he sits down with Mike Vough, Head of Corporate Strategy at Optimal Blue, for an exciting discussion about the future of mortgage technology in 2025.   In this episode, you'll learn about: *The importance of partnerships in the fintech ecosystem *Optimal Blue's groundbreaking collaboration with the Chica...

I recently had the pleasure of hosting Dawar Alimi, CEO of LenderPrice, on the FinTech Hunting Podcast. Our chat was filled with great insights about the mortgage tech world! Here are some highlights:     1    LenderPrice's new offerings: • Core X: A fresh correspondent portal • ALA: An AI-powered loan assistant • Bulk Price: A tool for spotting refinance chances     2    AI in mortgages: Dawar st...

In this episode of the FinTech Hunting podcast, host Michael Hammond talks with Erin Wester, Optimal Blue's new Chief Product Officer. Erin shares how Optimal Blue uses AI to help mortgage lenders make better decisions and increase profits. Key points from the episode: *Optimal Blue's tools help lenders compare their pricing to competitors and understand their profitability better. *The company's...

Join Michael Hammond as he talks with Ed Kourany, Chief Business Officer at Candor, about the latest trends in mortgage technology. Ed shares insights from the MBA Annual conference and discusses how AI is changing the mortgage industry. Learn about Candor's new automated pre-approval system and how it's helping lenders improve efficiency and customer experience. Ed also explains why now is the pe...

🎙️ FinTech Hunting Podcast: Revolutionizing Mortgage Lending with AI and Automation In this exciting episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond sits down with Tim Nguyen, founder and CEO of BeSmartee, to discuss the latest innovations in mortgage lending technology. Episode Highlights: • BeSmartee's 2024 focus: Combining automation, mobile apps, and enhanced consumer experience •...

From Debt Collection to Legal Tech: Jack Gordon's Journey with WebRecon Join Michael Hammond and Dalila Ramos as they chat with Jack Gordon, CEO of WebRecon, on the FinTech Hunting Podcast. Jack shares his story of moving from debt collection to creating a game-changing legal tech company. Learn how WebRecon helps businesses spot risky customers and avoid costly lawsuits. Discover the fun side of...

In this episode of the Fintech Hunting podcast, host Michael Hammond welcomes Eloise Schmitz, CEO of LoanNEX, to discuss the latest trends and innovations in mortgage lending technology. Key topics covered: • Current market trends in mortgage products, including non-QM and HELOC options • How LoanNEX simplifies product discovery and pricing for lenders and brokers • The importance of accessible to...

In this eye-opening episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond brings together three industry powerhouses to discuss the latest mortgage technology trends, focusing on Product and Pricing Engines (PPE). John Hedlund, founder of Adanac Advisory Group, shares his 37 years of banking and mortgage experience, offering valuable insights on how lenders are reevaluating their tech inves...

FinTech Hunting: Jason Smith on Building Relationships and Video Marketing in Mortgage Lending In this episode of FinTech Hunting, host Michael Hammond welcomes back Jason Smith, Director of Business Development at Mortgage 365. They discuss the current state of the mortgage industry, the importance of building relationships, and the power of video marketing. Jason shares insights on how lenders a...

Fintech Lending Insights: AI and Small Business Loans with Ryan Rosett In this episode of the Fintech Hunting podcast, host Michael Hammond interviews Ryan Rosett, founder and co-CEO of Credibly, a fintech company specializing in small business lending. The discussion covers several key areas: Small Business Lending Landscape Ryan shares his views on the current market conditions, noting that smal...

In this episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, I sit down with Ruth Lee, President of Big Think, to discuss two critical topics in the mortgage industry: ICE's recent announcement about sunsetting their SDK The importance of AI readiness assessments Ruth shares valuable insights on how lenders and vendors can prepare for these changes. We also announce our exciting new partnership offering AI...

Welcome to this episode of the FinTech Hunting podcast! I’m your host, Michael Hammond, and today I’m joined by Brennan O'Connell, the Director of Data Solutions at Optimal Blue. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of data and analytics in the mortgage industry. Brennan shares valuable insights on how lenders are leveraging data to make informed decisions and improve profitability. We...

Join us on this exciting episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast as we welcome back Matt Sloanaker, CEO and founder of M. Allen, a leading expert in sales optimization and fractional CRO. This episode, hosted by Michael Hammond, dives into the challenges and strategies for driving growth within existing accounts, especially in a challenging market. Key Discussion Points: Sales Challenges in Tough M...

Join Michael Hammond as he welcomes back Dalila Ramos, founder of Love and Tacos Media, to the FinTech Hunting Podcast. In this episode, they discuss: • Highlights from the recent NAMB conference • The importance of building genuine relationships in the industry • How AI is changing the lending landscape • The evolving role of technology in recruiting and job searching Dalila shares insights on wh...

Special In-Person Episode of Fintech Hunting with Michael Hammond: A Deep Dive into Modern Sales Strategies. I'm thrilled to share the latest episode of Fintech Hunting, where we amplify and explore the ever-changing world of sales in the mortgage industry. This time, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my dear friend and sales expert, Kathy Mantych, at the Uptown Grill in Commerce, Michig...

In this episode of the FinTech Hunting podcast, I sit down with Brandonn Dukes, Chief Revenue and Analytics Officer at LenderPrice. We explore the evolving landscape of mortgage lending, focusing on the crucial role of data and analytics in making informed decisions. Brandonn shares his journey in the mortgage industry, highlighting the importance of understanding market cycles and adapting to cha...

n this episode of the FinTech Hunting podcast, I sit down with Brandonn Dukes, Chief Revenue and Analytics Officer at LenderPrice. We explore the evolving landscape of mortgage lending, focusing on the crucial role of data and analytics in making informed decisions. Brandonn shares his journey in the mortgage industry, highlighting the importance of understanding market cycles and adapting to chan...

In this eye-opening episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond sits down with Denise Cartes, Senior Lending Manager and Executive Director at Southeast Chase Bank. Denise shares her 35-year journey in the mortgage industry, highlighting the dramatic shifts in workplace expectations for women since the 1990s. Key highlights:• The changing landscape of women's roles in the mort...

In this episode of the FinTech Hunting podcast, host Michael Hammond interviews Mike Vough, VP of Hedging and Trading at Optimal Blue. They explore cutting-edge strategies for boosting profitability in the mortgage industry, including:• How to leverage AI and technology for better decision-making• Optimizing pricing and hedging strategies in a challenging market• Creating a closed-loop ecosystem f...