Mortgage Connect LP has appointed Bob Franco president of its originations division, the company announced.
Franco will oversee Mortgage Connect’s core refinance services, private wealth, Mortgage Connect Escrow, Inc. California and New York divisions and the company's new appraisal division.
“Bob is a fantastic addition to our management team. His vision and tenacity will elevate our originations division to the next level," Mortgage Connect CEO Jeff Coury said in a press release.
“Our tremendous growth and diversification into parallel lines of mortgage service offerings requires strong leadership with a proven track record of success. Bob's experience, culture and service-first approach are perfectly aligned with our strategic initiatives, and will be a tremendous asset to Mortgage Connect and its subsidiaries,” Coury added.
Franco has nearly three decades of experience in the mortgage services industry. He is a founding member and former president of United Lender Services, and also has worked for Prudential, Merrill Lynch, Fidelity National Financial and United General Title Insurance Company.
“I am thrilled to join Mortgage Connect and support their continued mission to innovate the mortgage process and their passion to enhance the consumer experience, helping clients retain the consumer beyond the closing process,” Franco said. “I look forward to working with such a solid, experienced team and supporting their rapid growth.”