Experienced Financial Services and Banking professional with an 18-year track record in overseeing and optimizing end-to-end loan processes. Adept at managing and training a dynamic team, ensuring regulatory and credit compliance, and implementing efficient workflows. Skilled in risk assessment and mitigation, quality assurance, and analyzing and communicating the intricacies of complex processes. Proficient in utilizing financial services software and staying abreast of industry trends. Dedicated to client satisfaction, streamlining operations, and maintaining a high level of accuracy. Excellent communication, problem solving and leadership skills contribute to successful collaboration with cross-functional teams and achieving organizational goals. Passionate about expanding access to affordable housing and home financing options in the Los Angeles metro area and beyond.Contact me at EricMendes2024@gmail.com CORE COMPETENCIESSkills: Organizational Leadership, Operations Management, Staff Management, Individual Coaching, Employee Training, Compliance, Risk Management, Workflow Analysis, Project Management, Mentoring, Loan Data Auditing & Analysis, Job Aids, Process Design, Policies & Procedures, Pipeline Management, Process Mapping, Financial Analysis, One-Time Close Construction Loans, System Administration, Systems Integration Testing, Systems Training, Procedural Training, Applicant Qualification, Loan Processing, Instructional Material Production, Problem Solving, Effective Communication, Mortgage Lending, Sales Support Technical Tools: FIS/IBS Insight, Salesforce, KwikWork, Encompass (User & Administrator), Mavent, Symitar, MS Office Suite, Optimal Blue, Simplifile, FNMA Desktop Underwriter, Mercury Network, EPPS, Blend, Empower, Calyx Point