Bill Lyons

President & CEO

Founder, President and CEO of Griffin Funding; two-time HousingWire Vanguard honoree who has led Griffin through six Inc. 5000 appearances.

Anthony Thueson

ISA

Ethan Gwirtz

Loan Officer

Keaton Wolf

Inside Sales Associate

Martin Beckelhymer

Inside Sales Associate

Shane Tarallo

Inside Sales Associate

Tanner Lubinski

Inside Sales Associate

Colby Freer

Senior Loan Officer

Colby Freer supports Griffin Funding’s people, talent, and employee experience through organized communication and operational follow-through.

Sarah Howell

Sr. Loan Officer

Sarah Howell's profile includes 57 5-star reviews highlighting professional service + responsive communication across Refinance + VA scenarios.

Lien King

VP of Operations

Vice President of Operations supporting mortgage execution across processing, underwriting support, closing, post-closing, workflow design, and technology integration.

Kristi Manion

Sr. Loan Officer

10+ years across mortgage operations, financial services, and loan origination with traditional and Non-QM expertise.

Kristie Lyons

Director of Client Retention

Kristie Lyons supports Griffin Funding’s market visibility, borrower communications, and growth initiatives through coordinated marketing execution.

Morgan Lyons

Closing Manager

Closing leader and 2026 HousingWire Rising Star who helped build, scale, and modernize Griffin Funding’s closing operations.

Chloe Shubin

VP of Strategy

Vice President of Strategy who led LIA's rollout and has been featured by HousingWire for Griffin Funding's mortgage intelligence platform.

Molly Gregoire

Sr. Processor

Molly Gregoire supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Megan Thayer

Inside Sales Manager

Megan Thayer supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Kimberly Weinberger

Human Resources Generalist

SHRM-CP HR professional supporting Griffin’s employees, benefits, payroll, policies, compliance, and workplace resources.

Nicholas Jeffrey

Sr. Processor

Nicholas Jeffrey supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Ashley Torgerson

Lead Processor

Ashley Torgerson supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Alexa Kaufman

Inside Sales Associate

Alexa Kaufman supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Cody Unger

Branch Manager

Scottsdale Branch Manager with more than 12 years of mortgage experience, including DSCR and bank statement loans for investors and self-employed borrowers.

Kayla Baucom

Operations Support Specialist

Kayla Baucom supports Griffin Funding’s lending operation through workflow coordination, accurate information, and dependable follow-through.

Adam Ruvelson

Branch Manager

Adam Ruvelson's profile includes 8 5-star reviews highlighting responsive communication + smooth process across HELOC scenarios.

Justin Guthrie

Loan Officer

Investor and self-employed borrower specialist focused on DSCR, Bank Statement, and asset-based mortgage solutions.

Deanna Griffin

Sr. Processor

Deanna Griffin supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Jack Iwamoto

Executive Loan Officer

Jack Iwamoto's profile includes 18 5-star reviews highlighting knowledgeable guidance + responsive communication across DSCR + Bank Statement scenarios.

Kari Krasovic

Post-Close/Servicing Specialist

Kari Krasovic supports Griffin Funding’s lending operation through workflow coordination, accurate information, and dependable follow-through.

Peter Chen

Mortgage Closer

Mortgage Closer with experience across rate locks, pricing, operations, and final closing coordination.

Andromeda Moreno

Mortgage Loan Partner Manager

Mortgage Loan Partner Manager leading teams across multiple branches, with a focus on training, loan-file execution, and borrower experience.

Brittney Waits

Lock Desk Analyst

Brittney Waits supports accurate mortgage rate locks, pricing information, and timely status communication across the lending team.

KC Dirksen

Loan Officer

KC Dirksen's profile includes 8 5-star reviews highlighting professional service + responsive communication.

Jennifer Brinson

Sr. Processor

Jennifer Brinson supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Joshua Miller

Sr. Loan Officer

Joshua Miller's profile includes 9 5-star reviews highlighting smooth process + fast execution across DSCR + Refinance scenarios.

Adriana Perez

Lead Mortgage Loan Partner

Adriana Perez supports borrowers and loan officers through organized communication, file coordination, and consistent follow-through.

Matt McCarthy

Loan Officer

DSCR-only Loan Officer providing a direct specialist path for rental-property acquisition and investor portfolio growth.

Malcolm Cameron

Sr. Loan Officer

Malcolm Cameron's profile includes 3 5-star reviews highlighting fast execution + professional service across Investment Property scenarios.

Katherine Criger

Mortgage Loan Partner

Katherine Criger supports borrowers and loan officers through organized communication, file coordination, and consistent follow-through.

Mallorie Faust

Mortgage Loan Partner

Mallorie Faust supports borrowers and loan officers through organized communication, file coordination, and consistent follow-through.

Nina Francini

Lead Mortgage Loan Partner

Nina Francini supports borrowers and loan officers through organized communication, file coordination, and consistent follow-through.

Steven Pintar

Sr. Loan Officer

Steven Pintar serves Scottsdale as Sr. Loan Officer, with direct application, consultation, and contact options and a focus on Mortgage Lending.

Gabriel Salazar

Loan Officer

Gabriel Salazar's profile includes 7 5-star reviews highlighting smooth process + responsive communication across DSCR + Investment Property scenarios.

Barbara Alvarado

Office Manager

Barbara Alvarado provides leadership, functional ownership, and cross-team coordination within Griffin Funding’s current organization.

Andre Shmoldas

Executive Loan Officer

Andre Shmoldas's profile includes 14 5-star reviews highlighting professional service + fast execution across Refinance + Home Purchase scenarios.

Chanel Lim

Mortgage Closer

Chanel Lim supports final loan documentation, closing coordination, and the details required to move a transaction toward funding.

Elizabeth Singer

Mortgage Loan Partner

23-year mortgage professional with a decade of business ownership and a team-first approach to borrower and LO support.

Ryne Sweeney

Sr. Loan Officer

Ryne Sweeney's profile includes 6 5-star reviews highlighting fast execution + responsive communication across Self-Employed + HELOC scenarios.

Steven Manas

Inside Sales Associate

San Diego Inside Sales Associate focused on clear borrower conversations, initial mortgage questions, and smooth handoffs to licensed loan officers.

Meagan Scheiwe

Loan Officer

Meagan Scheiwe serves San Diego as Loan Officer, with direct application, consultation, and contact options and a focus on Mortgage Lending.

Denise Tran

Sr. Loan Officer

Denise Tran's profile includes 3 5-star reviews highlighting responsive communication + problem solving.

Noah Shapiro

Loan Officer

Noah Shapiro is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding in San Diego, CA.

Shell Contizano

Mortgage Loan Partner

Mortgage Loan Partner with 25+ years in mortgage lending, supporting complex Non-QM files through organized documentation, underwriting readiness, and efficient execution.

Joe Yaeger

Sr. Loan Officer

Joe Yaeger's profile includes 6 5-star reviews highlighting smooth process + fast execution across Refinance scenarios.

Chylynn Wellman

Loan Officer Assistant

Chylynn Wellman supports loan officers through scenario research, documentation organization, and coordinated borrower follow-through.

Michelle Holman

Processor

Michelle Holman supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Selah Terwilliger

Director of Marketing

Director of Marketing combining mortgage operations, data analysis, cross-functional problem solving, and growth strategy.

Kent Garner

Sr. Loan Officer

Kent Garner's profile includes 1 5-star review highlighting responsive communication + professional service across Home Purchase scenarios.

Christopher Garmon

Mortgage Project Manager

Mortgage Project Manager combining more than 23 years across mortgage lending, operations, real estate, and technology-enabled business development with hands-on AI product development.

Spencer Cutler

Inside Sales Associate

10+ years across sales, entrepreneurship, fintech, and client-focused financial services for investors and self-employed clients.

Elia Felgines

Mortgage Loan Partner

Elia Felgines supports borrowers and loan officers through organized communication, file coordination, and consistent follow-through.

Taylor Romero

Lock Desk Manager

Lock Desk Manager at Griffin Funding in San Diego, CA.

Jamie Rigoulot

Loan Officer

Jamie Rigoulot is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Geoffrey Watrous

Loan Officer Candidate

Geoffrey Watrous is a Loan Officer Candidate at Griffin Funding in Irvine, CA.

Luke Shaia

Inside Sales Associate

Seven-year retail banking professional bringing branch leadership, financial-product knowledge, and client-centered guidance to mortgage.

Samara Lobato

Sr. Processor

Samara Lobato supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Binta Hidra

Marketing Systems Manager

Binta Hidra supports Griffin Funding’s market visibility, borrower communications, and growth initiatives through coordinated marketing execution.

Mikayceonnia Kirk

Disclosure Desk Specialist

Mikayceonnia Kirk supports Griffin Funding’s lending operation through workflow coordination, accurate information, and dependable follow-through.

KiAn Azarpay

Inside Sales Associate

KiAn Azarpay supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Trey Bedard

Loan Officer

6+ years in mortgage lending across VA, Non-QM, government programs, origination, and sales leadership.

Jaimee Castillo

Compliance Analyst

Jaimee Castillo supports consistent mortgage operations through policy, control, documentation, and risk-focused review.

Tayler Roark

Processor

Tayler Roark supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Jessie Kemer

Mortgage Loan Partner

Mortgage professional with 22+ years of industry experience since 2004, focused on dependable application-to-close coordination and borrower communication.

Jeffrey Elizalde

Loan Officer

Navy veteran and Loan Officer serving a broad range of traditional and Non-QM borrower scenarios.

Micah Morgan

Loan Officer

Micah Morgan's profile includes 3 5-star reviews highlighting responsive communication + smooth process.

Brandon O’Brien

Sr. Processor

Brandon O'Brien supports mortgage files through detailed review, condition coordination, and organized progress toward closing readiness.

Deborah Darroch

Inside Sales Associate

Deborah Darroch supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Valerie Zatarain

Loan Officer

San Diego Loan Officer with 10 years of mortgage industry experience, helping homebuyers, homeowners, self-employed borrowers, and real estate investors.

Nicholas Criger

Inside Sales Associate

Nicholas Criger supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Sasha Champion

Operations Specialist

Sasha Champion supports Griffin Funding’s lending operation through workflow coordination, accurate information, and dependable follow-through.

Dylan Sudeck

Inside Sales Associate

Dylan Sudeck supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Leticia Dalton

RVP of Sales

Regional Vice President of Sales with more than 17 years in mortgage origination and sales management across consumer-direct and branch leadership environments.

Jocelyn Mack

Inside Sales Associate

Jocelyn Mack supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Anthony Brienza

Loan Processor

Orange County Loan Processor with an investigative approach to complicated mortgage files, documentation, and condition coordination.

PJ Vinal

Loan Officer

PJ Vinal's profile includes 2 5-star reviews highlighting professional service + responsive communication across Refinance scenarios.

Andrew Logan

Mortgage Talent Acquisitions Specialist

Mortgage-industry recruiter focused on candidate experience, relationship building, and clear communication.

Emily Mager

Onboarding and Systems Specialist

Emily Mager contributes role-specific expertise and coordinated support within Griffin Funding’s current team structure.

Michael Sluja

Loan Officer

Michael Sluja's profile includes 3 5-star reviews highlighting responsive communication + knowledgeable guidance across DSCR scenarios.

Kelsey Garrett

Loan Officer Assistant

15-year mortgage professional bringing research, problem solving, and borrower-perspective support to the LOA role.

Alicia Almonte

Mortgage Loan Partner

Alicia Almonte supports borrowers and loan officers through organized communication, file coordination, and consistent follow-through.

Mayra Moreno

Mortgage Loan Partner

Mayra Moreno supports borrowers and loan officers through organized communication, file coordination, and consistent follow-through.

Sara Brooks

Inside Sales Associate

SDSU business student helping organize borrower intake, clarify next steps, and support a confident handoff to licensed LOs.

Sydney Etherington

Inside Sales Associate

Client-focused Griffin team member supporting early borrower relationships with clear, responsive communication.

Phuong Lee

Underwriter

Phuong Lee supports Griffin Funding’s lending operation through workflow coordination, accurate information, and dependable follow-through.

Frank Payne

Inside Sales Associate

Frank Payne supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Summer Castillo

Mortgage Loan Partner

Summer Castillo supports borrowers and loan officers through organized communication, file coordination, and consistent follow-through.

Ashley Barnett

Processor

Loan Processor combining detailed file review, research, organization, and consistent follow-through.

Tara Arghavani

Inside Sales Associate

Business and marketing graduate bringing phone-based client experience, disciplined organization, and positive energy to inside sales.

Scot Zwonitzer

Inside Sales Associate

Inside Sales Associate with a personal-financial-planning background who structures customized mortgage strategies for first-time homebuyers, affluent clients, and complex financing scenarios.

Charles Aaronson

Inside Sales Associate

Charles Aaronson supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Sabrina Urzua

Mortgage Loan Partner

Trilingual real estate and mortgage professional combining client communication, market context, and lending support.

Jacquelyn Mossman

Inside Sales Associate

Irvine-based Inside Sales Associate with a background in business, finance, and real estate, supporting homebuyers and real estate investors.

Cristin Nicholson

SVP of Operations

Mortgage operations leader with 18 years at NASB, progressing from Underwriting Manager to SVP of Mortgage Operations before joining Griffin Funding.

Nikolas Contreras

HELOC & HELOAN Loan Officer Specialist

Nikolas Contreras serves Scottsdale as HELOC & HELOAN Loan Officer Specialist, with direct application, consultation, and contact options and a focus on HELOC and HELOAN.

Justin Ferrara

Loan Officer

Mortgage professional since 2020 with Presidents Club banking experience and a focus on QM, Non-QM, DSCR, and Bank Statement lending.

Synthia Pacheco

Mortgage Loan Partner

Mortgage operations professional bringing five years of credit-union experience and a focus on guidelines and process clarity.

Jeremy Stanton

Lock Desk Analyst

Lock Desk Analyst pairing financial-analysis education with precise rate-lock review and responsive status support.

Megan Molkenbuhr

Inside Sales Associate

Megan Molkenbuhr supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Ricardo Landeros

Inside Sales Associate

Ricardo Landeros is an Inside Sales Associate at Griffin Funding with a reputation for getting things done efficiently. He brings a finance background and a service-first mindset to every conversation.

Jacob Chough

Inside Sales Associate

Service-focused Inside Sales Associate known for responsiveness, attention to detail, and engaged borrower communication.

Melda Alsamman

Inside Sales Associate

Melda Alsamman supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Caleb Matthies

Inside Sales Associate

Inside Sales Associate serving the Orange County team, helping borrowers clarify their goals and connect with licensed loan officers.

Jason Marshall

Inside Sales Associate

Jason Marshall supports the first borrower conversation, clarifies next steps, and helps connect each inquiry with the right lending path.

Jayden Brown

Loan Officer Assistant

Jayden Brown supports loan officers through scenario research, documentation organization, and coordinated borrower follow-through.

Guy Troxler

Executive Loan Officer

Executive Loan Officer with documented DSCR and Bank Statement experience serving investors and self-employed borrowers.

Roberto Mercado

Realtor Partner

Roberto Mercado contributes role-specific expertise and coordinated support within Griffin Funding’s current team structure.

Quiana Wright

Non-QM Underwriter

Non-QM Underwriter based in Rock Hill, South Carolina, working remotely with a focus on clear communication and careful attention to loan-file details.

Joe Campo

Branch Manager

Charlotte Branch Manager with experience developing loan officers, building broker partnerships, and improving mortgage sales workflows.

Caitlin Garner

Mortgage Loan Partner

Caitlin Garner is a Mortgage Loan Partner at Griffin Funding.

Oscar Valenzuela

Inside Sales Associate

Scottsdale Inside Sales Associate with a background in residential refinancing and an interest in Non-QM lending, focused on clear, calm mortgage conversations.

Wes Putnam

Loan Officer

Wes Putnam is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Ahmad Mahmoud

Loan Officer

Ahmad Mahmoud is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding and the go-to person for guideline specifics. When a unique or one-off situation arises, he knows exactly how to proceed and lays out a clear path forward.

Kayla Babyak

Loan Officer

Kayla Babyak is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding who pairs sharp listening with a fix-it mindset and a drive to get things done.

Steve Platz

Loan Officer

Steve Platz is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding with a talent for finding solutions and navigating the finer points of the mortgage process. He gives clients clear answers, works through challenges, and makes sure nothing is overlooked.

Beth Bauman

Loan Officer

Beth Bauman is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding and the go-to person for QM guidelines. She brings clarity to the requirements that shape each loan.

Robert Nisenbaum

Loan Officer

Robert Nisenbaum is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Sean Carney

Loan Officer

Sean Carney is a Loan Officer at Griffin Funding with a deep command of guidelines and a love for tackling tough scenarios. He pairs hard work with transparency, so borrowers always know what to expect.

Madeline Lewis

Inside Sales Associate

Madeline Lewis is an Inside Sales Associate at Griffin Funding with a passion for helping borrowers truly understand their options. She plans for and analyzes every possibility so they know what to expect.

Jaden Ballard

Inside Sales Associate

Jaden Ballard is an Inside Sales Associate at Griffin Funding who approaches every conversation with a positive attitude and a drive to solve problems. He communicates clearly, goes the extra mile, and stays steady when situations get difficult.

Travis Butler

Talent Acquisition Specialist- Remote

Dana Lenoir

Mortgage Loan Partner - San Diego, CA

Marina Keselman

Loan Officer

Loan Officer with a finance degree from the University of Arizona, focused on clear communication, responsive service, and dependable follow-through.