Project Management Branch Manager

CAREER SUMMARY

• Executive Growth-Focused Leader with a background in sales management,

resource optimization, and driving profitability while leveraging adept client-centric strategies and project management expertise to ensure aggressive goal attainment.

• Elected as local Precinct Committeeman for 4 consecutive 2-year terms and 3X as Village Trustee for the local village board for 4-year terms.

• Assisted over 2600 clients in securing their homes amidst challenging market conditions, demonstrating adaptability and industry expertise.

• Oversaw a dynamic team of 12 mortgage originators as a Producing Area Manager, driving profitability and ensuring a positive P&L.

• Directed operations across 4 offices in the SW suburbs of Chicago, supervising a 20- person team and maintaining a cohesive work environment. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CIBM BANK – NAPERVILLE, IL

Senior Loan Originator Sales Professional 2023 – Present

• Originated and managed a diverse portfolio of loans, utilizing innovative strategies to address client needs.

• Identified and implemented unique problem-solving techniques, enabling prospective homeowners to secure financing.

• Researched and successfully integrated down payment assistance programs, streamlining the home buying process.

• Assisted over 100 clients in securing their homes amidst challenging market conditions, demonstrating adaptability and industry expertise.

NRL MORTGAGE – FRANKFORT, IL

Branch Manager 2022 – 2023

• Managed a team of 3-4 professionals, providing hands-on guidance and expertise in deal structuring, leading to increased efficiency over a 6-month period.

• Collaborated with other leaders to make this the #1 office in the region.

• Maintained exemplary customer relationships through consistent friendly and professional interactions.

• Proactively streamlined operations and delegated tasks, ensuring all team projects met crucial deadlines.

• Evaluated employee performance, crafting targeted improvement plans to elevate team capabilities.

• Fostered a positive and engaged team environment by utilizing motivational techniques, enhancing business process involvement.

CARDINAL FINANCIAL – FRANKFORT, IL

Area Manager 2020 – 2022

• Oversaw a dynamic team of 12 mortgage originators as a Producing Area Manager, driving profitability and ensuring a positive P&L.

• Brainstormed with other leaders in upper management business models, resulting in helping the office consistently win annual sales contests.

• Successfully navigated volatile home prices and fluctuating interest rates, maintaining team morale and adaptability in a challenging market.

• Demonstrated resilience and adaptability during COVID-19 pandemic, seamlessly transitioning the team to remote work.

• Fostered effective communication and team cohesion through regular email correspondence and Zoom meetings, ensuring consistent productivity and alignment during unprecedented times. Doug Finnegan

New Lenox, IL 630- 240- 5067 *************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/dougfinnegan

• Sales Leadership

• People Management & Team Development

• Strategy & Execution

• Performance Acceleration

• Pipeline Management

• Contracts & Negotiations

• P&L Management

• Growth-Focused Leadership

• Solutions Oriented

• Culture-Driven Leadership

• Adaptable Management Style

• Business Operations

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Maintained high-level team satisfaction and adaptability during market fluctuations and external challenges. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA) – REMOTE

Loan Specialist 2020 – 2021

• Selected for a challenging assignment to approve small business loans for the SBA, dedicating 75+ hours weekly; gained in-depth expertise in guidelines and loan approval processes.

• Assessed loan applicants by reviewing credit histories and documentation, ensuring robust feasibility analysis.

• Effectively addressed and resolved customer complaints through thorough research and active listening, fostering enhanced client satisfaction.

• Adhered to regulatory, compliance, and security policies, prioritizing data safety and minimizing potential breaches. INLAND HOME MORTGAGE – GENEVA, IL

VP, Area Manager 2018 – 2020

• Managed loan pipeline while leading teams of loan originators, ensuring seamless loan processing and productivity.

• Directed operations across 4 offices in the SW suburbs of Chicago, supervising a 20-person team and maintaining a cohesive work environment.

• Amplified loan production by adeptly solving complex loan scenarios, showcasing advanced problem-solving capabilities.

• Collaborated with a new realtor partner to successfully facilitate high-net-worth clients into multimillion-dollar VA properties in Chicago, expanding market reach.

MOVEMENT MORTGAGE

Branch Manager 2016 – 2018

• Spearheaded the establishment and growth of Movement Mortgage's presence in Chicagoland, transforming it from a new entrant to a thriving market player.

• Directed operations across 4 Chicagoland branches, overseeing a personal mortgage pipeline alongside the management of 25+ loan originators, ensuring cohesive and efficient branch activities. ENG LENDING

Branch Manager 2011 – 2016

• Oversaw personal mortgage pipeline while leading a team of loan originators and successfully established a new productive office for area managers.

• Responsible for agricultural lending.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:

HOME MORTGAGE, INC

Branch Manager (2001-2011)

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

BBA Business, Finance

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