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Dale Joseph Gallant

Oak Ridge,NJ

Summary

With over 28 years of continuous experience in most facets of the mortgage business, I consider myself among the best all-around professionals this industry has to offer. From starting out as a loan officer to owning my own successful mortgage brokerage firm and just about everything else in between, I know what it takes to succeed in this business. I strongly believe that my wealth of industry knowledge and experiences, which I have accumulated throughout the years, has enabled me to become a successful industry executive, and will help me navigate the future of this ever-changing market.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Division Manager

Geneva Financial LLC
Chandler, Arizona
09.2025 - Current
  • Led strategic planning initiatives to drive division growth and market positioning.
  • Developed training programs to elevate staff performance and ensure compliance.
  • Implemented process improvements to streamline workflows and reduce costs.
  • Set and monitored division-wide policies, procedures and cultural standards.
  • Implemented systems to optimize processes, improve profitability, and enhance regulatory compliance.
  • Conducted regular employee reviews to assess job performance and identify training needs.
  • Managed a team of 15+ staff members in the division, providing guidance and direction on day-to-day activities.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.

Chief Development Officer

Semper Home Loans, Inc
12.2023 - 09.2025
  • Served as spokesperson for organization at industry events and meetings.
  • Developed marketing strategies and quarterly business plans for department with focus on all areas of residential lending.
  • Developed and retained talented team through training and strong employee engagement.
  • Cultivated a high-performance sales culture by developing talent and providing ongoing coaching and mentorship.
  • Strengthened brand reputation by delivering exceptional service quality standards across all client touchpoints.
  • Streamlined the sales process with advanced CRM tools, improving efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing strategic marketing plans and overseeing a high-performing sales team.
  • Spearheaded territory expansion initiatives, establishing a strong presence in previously untapped markets.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.

Business Development Executive

Cornerstone First Mortgage, LLC
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Boosted interest in company offerings through promotional events and initiatives.
  • Worked with marketing to develop multi-channel advertising campaigns.
  • Evaluated marketing potential for branch locations using statistical data.
  • Developed strategies to increase revenue and expand market share.
  • Increased client base by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities through market research and networking.
  • Utilized CRM systems to track client interactions and sales progress, enhancing customer relationship management.
  • Prepared detailed reports on business development activities for senior management review.
  • Created business opportunities across multiple segments in diverse markets.
  • Provided input into creation of marketing materials such as brochures, website content, social media posts, etc., geared towards generating leads or creating awareness about company's offerings.
  • Developed and controlled sales and marketing programs through staffing and training initiatives.
  • Engaged in networking events and conferences to establish and nurture professional relationships.

Executive Vice President of National Sales

Mortgage Unlimited, LLC
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Boosted interest in company offerings through promotional events and initiatives.
  • Worked with marketing to develop multi-channel advertising campaigns.
  • Evaluated marketing potential for branch locations using statistical data.
  • Developed strategies to increase revenue and expand market share.
  • Utilized CRM systems to track client interactions and sales progress, enhancing customer relationship management.
  • Prepared detailed reports on business development activities for senior management review.
  • Created business opportunities across multiple segments in diverse markets.
  • Provided input into creation of marketing materials such as brochures, website content, social media posts, etc., geared towards generating leads or creating awareness about company's offerings.
  • Developed and controlled sales and marketing programs through staffing and training initiatives.
  • Engaged in networking events and conferences to establish and nurture professional relationships.
  • Company closed its doors March 2023.
  • Led a high-performing sales team, providing coaching and mentoring to achieve ambitious targets.

Senior Vice President of Sales

Get A Rate, LLC
02.2020 - 03.2022
  • Managed business scaling, growing teams and processes to handle new business loads.
  • Chaired internal meetings on different company activities and interests.
  • Strengthened market position, leveraging industry knowledge and business acumen for success.
  • Boosted company profile through media interviews, conferences and public speeches.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements in all operations.
  • Strengthened company's competitive position with multifaceted approaches encompassing marketing, service delivery and operations management.
  • Cultivated a high-performance sales culture by developing talent and providing ongoing coaching and mentorship.

National Vice President of Sales

Jet Direct Funding Corp
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Enhanced company growth by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive innovative product development initiatives.
  • Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Led a high-performing team to achieve sales targets consistently.
  • Maximized revenue generation opportunities by identifying untapped markets and potential clients.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Multiple Executive Sales Positions Since 1996

Various Employers
07.1996 - 09.2018

All available upon request.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
06-1996

Political Science

University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT

Skills

  • Extremely strong sales and BD skills
  • Extensive investor guideline knowledge - all products
  • Excellent customer service ability
  • Excellent at group presentations, meetings, etc
  • Partnership development
  • Extremely strong recruiting skills
  • Extremely proficient in all mortgage systems and MS Office Encompass, DU, LP, etc
  • Relationship building
  • Sales leadership
  • Sales team training and management
  • Sales pipeline management

Certification

NMLS State License Approved - NJ

NMLS #229376

Languages

English

Timeline

Division Manager

Geneva Financial LLC
09.2025 - Current

Chief Development Officer

Semper Home Loans, Inc
12.2023 - 09.2025

Business Development Executive

Cornerstone First Mortgage, LLC
05.2023 - 01.2024

Executive Vice President of National Sales

Mortgage Unlimited, LLC
07.2022 - 03.2023

Senior Vice President of Sales

Get A Rate, LLC
02.2020 - 03.2022

National Vice President of Sales

Jet Direct Funding Corp
09.2018 - 09.2019

Multiple Executive Sales Positions Since 1996

Various Employers
07.1996 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Temple University

Political Science

University of Hartford