myCUmortgage Honors Partner Credit Unions
Awards Luncheon highlights the achievements of credit unions in mortgage lending at the annual Partner Conference.
Recognition of Credit Unions
The Annual Awards Luncheon was a key highlight during myCUmortgage's 20th Annual Partner Conference. This year's event embraced a captivating theme, An Era of Possibilities, celebrating innovative efforts in mortgage lending. Hosted with great enthusiasm, credit union representatives gathered to recognize the outstanding contributions of their peers, showcasing how they are helping members achieve their dreams of homeownership.
Acknowledgment of Excellence
Recognizing the best among them, myCUmortgage honored 19 credit unions and individual loan originators for their exceptional performance. The winners were chosen based on their mortgage activity, closed loan volumes, and the innovative approaches they used to assist their members since mid-2024. Their significant contributions to promoting homeownership reflect the dedication and creativity of these organizations.
Statements from Leadership
Paul Sutor, President of myCUmortgage, expressed his pride in these partners. "Each year, our partner credit unions produce impressive results and inventive ideas to help their members into homes – this year was no exception. Our winners exemplified the theme of possibilities, demonstrating how they not only showed their members what could be achieved but also turned those possibilities into reality."
Categories and Honorees
The following categories recognized the top performers in mortgage lending:
Most Loans Originated
- For Large Credit Unions: Desco Federal Credit Union
- For Mid-Sized Credit Unions: Midwest Community Federal Credit Union
- For Small Credit Unions: Dynamic Federal Credit Union
Outstanding Individual Achievements
The Purchase Money Lender of the Year was awarded to Dynamic Federal Credit Union, showcasing their commitment to assisting members. Other standout recognitions include:
- Originator of the Year: Aliani Hernandez, Transcend Credit Union
- Lender of the Year: TopMark Federal Credit Union
- Marketer of the Year: Greater Kentucky Credit Union
- CU Select Partner of the Year: Natco Credit Union
- New Partner of the Year: Salal Credit Union
- Government Partner of the Year: Desco Federal Credit Union
Inspiring Individual Contributions
Additionally, individual loan originators were recognized for their outstanding work in helping over 100 members achieve homeownership. Notable individuals include:
- Jennifer Bacon, Wright-Patt Credit Union – assisted 187 members
- Angela Scheidweiler, Wright-Patt Credit Union – assisted 167 members
- Ashton Petry, Wright-Patt Credit Union – assisted 165 members
- Jennifer Kettlewell, CU Select/myCUmortgage – assisted 159 members
- Brooke Cain, Wright-Patt Credit Union – assisted 128 members
- Mike Davis, Wright-Patt Credit Union – assisted 111 members
- Beth Isherwood, CU Select/myCUmortgage – assisted 109 members
Scholarships and Special Awards
Furthermore, the prestigious Susan Edwards Scholarship was awarded to Neighbors United Federal Credit Union. This scholarship honors the late Susan Edwards, who championed small credit unions and their ability to support homeownership. It allows the recipient credit union to attend the myCUmortgage Partner Conference, enhancing their skills and networking opportunities.
Kerri Fortner from Call Federal Credit Union received the Tim Mislansky Belief Award for exemplifying the core values of commitment and community service, which embodies the purpose of the award and the legacy of former President Tim Mislansky.
Conference Overview
The 2025 Partner Conference was attended by 82 representatives from various credit unions, creating opportunities for networking, sharing the latest industry insights, and discussing mortgage lending trends. The conference theme, An Era of Possibilities: Pursuing the American Dream of Homeownership, reflects myCUmortgage's ongoing commitment to empowering credit unions in fulfilling homeownership aspirations.
About myCUmortgage
myCUmortgage, a proud Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) wholly owned by Wright-Patt Credit Union, is dedicated to assisting credit unions across the United States in becoming excellent mortgage lenders. With a focus on leadership, comprehensive solutions, and member-focused service, myCUmortgage strives to provide peace of mind to its partners.
For further inquiries, you may contact Bob Sadowski at 877.912.8009 x7276 or reach out via email.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is myCUmortgage's mission?
myCUmortgage is dedicated to helping credit unions become exceptional mortgage lenders, ensuring their members achieve homeownership.
What awards did myCUmortgage present this year?
This year, myCUmortgage recognized awards for most loans originated, and individual accolades for top loan originators.
Who received the Tim Mislansky Belief Award?
Kerri Fortner from Call Federal Credit Union was honored with the Tim Mislansky Belief Award this year.
How many credit unions were represented at the conference?
82 individuals from 36 different credit unions participated in the 2025 Partner Conference.
What was the theme of the 2025 Partner Conference?
The theme was An Era of Possibilities: Pursuing the American Dream of Homeownership, emphasizing opportunities in mortgage lending.
