Episodes
46
Latest episode
Aug 2026
Language
EN
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When you lead with community, everything else follows. In this CCM Talks conversation, Jessica Armbruster shares how giving back, getting involved and building real connections can shape your business in ways you don’t always see coming. From local events to everyday interactions, it all adds up.
From his very first loan, Brad Smith understood the transformative power of a renovation loan. Now, as SVP and Director of Renovation Lending here at CrossCountry Mortgage, he’s spreading the word and busting the myths. Listen to his full conversation with host Bridget Linton, then tell us you’re not convinced he’s onto something big.
Daniel Lemeshev is closing over $200 million a year and among the top 50 loan officers in the country — and he's not even 30. In this episode, he opens up about what drives him, why he won't be satisfied until he's #1 and the mindset that's taken him from proving it to doubters to proving it to himself.
If there’s one thing Shan Lassig wants you to know about construction loans, it’s that it’s not as hard as you think. As EVP of Construction Lending, he’s doing more than building the largest privately held IBM construction division in the country. He’s keeping it simple and teaching loan officers how to grow their business with this invaluable tool. Hear him break it all down in this conversation with Hunter Marckwardt.
For Steph Noble, trust starts with one simple thing: letting people tell their story. She shares how listening, remembering what matters to clients and showing up calm can set you apart and bring more of the right referrals your way.
Scott Evans built his business with purpose. In this episode of CCM Talks, he shares how educating Veterans, dreaming bigger and staying disciplined helped shape a business built to last. A must-listen for loan officers who want to grow without burning out.
Every little thing matters when you’re serving those who served. That's the rule Jason Smith lives by. As the #3 Veteran Top Originator in the nation, he sees both the value of daily discipline and the higher calling behind this work. In his conversation with Kyle Johnson, Jason shares why he’s so passionate about service, how he keeps his team fired up, his secret to authentic social media and a hint about what’s next for him.
When the market got tough, Drew Stacey kept showing up. Nothing fancy — just consistency. In our latest episode of CCM Talks, he breaks down the little things that keep him moving forward and how you can get ready for a new market.
CrossCountry Mortgage’s Non-QM philosophy is about finding a solution even when others say no. Pete Fickeisen is a megaphone for that message. In this episode of CCM Talks, he shares why he loves the CCM portfolio model, how to get started and where he sees Non-QM going next.
Educate. Lead. Repeat. That’s how Jay Tolisano shows up every day. He joined CCM Talks to talk about how he built his branch on mentorship, simple systems and genuine care for his team. Tune in for honest leadership advice you can put to work right away.
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