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Garrett Poehler

Evans

Summary

Mechanical Engineering degree candidate and First-class communicator with 7+ years of experience in both the Mortgage and Payment Processing spaces, with a proven track record for delivering high-quality work while being able to build and maintain client relationships looking to start a new career in a technical field

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Vendor Enrollment Specialist

Paymerang
09.2023 - 08.2025
  • Contacted vendors for clients to establish electronic payments using the company's preferred method (Credit Card) where possible, maintained daily average of $50K+ in payments converted per day
  • Enhanced internal team collaboration by sharing best practices related to vendor management processes.
  • Facilitated timely payment processing by accurately maintaining vendor information in financial systems.

Brokered Loan Coordinator

Movement Mortgage
11.2021 - 06.2023
  • Acted as first point of contact and liaison between internal production staff in multiple departments and broker partners for brokered residential, commercial, and construction mortgages.
  • Developed effective strategies for handling complex loans, resulting in increased approval rates and reduced turnaround times.
  • Advised sales team on the guidelines and use of various brokered loan products, helping them generate additional revenue and ensuring the delivery of high-level service to their clients.

Closing Specialist

Avenue 365 Lender Services
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Collaborated with mortgage company closers to resolve deficiencies and errors in final closing documents, maintaining compliance with regulatory and investor guidelines.
  • Coordinated with borrowers and closing attorneys to facilitate the signing of final closing documents, ensuring a smooth customer experience

Loan Officer

Carrington Mortgage Services
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Used extensive knowledge of VA, FHA, and Conventional loan products to develop and present mortgage solutions to at-risk portfolio clients, preventing portfolio churn
  • Meticulously reviewed applicant documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness prior to submission for approval, providing a smooth transaction experience for the client

Home Loan Specialist

Ditech Financial LLC
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Presented financial solutions to inbound portfolio customers while resolving minor customer service issues, helping the company retain accounts in its servicing portfolio.
  • Collaborated with underwriters to expedite loan processing, ensuring timely closings.

Loan Officer

Freedom Mortgage Inc
06.2017 - 07.2018
  • Developed an extensive understanding of mortgage regulatory knowledge to pass SAFE exam and obtain licensing as mortgage loan originator
  • Originated acquisition refinance mortgages, helping the company achieve record service portfolio growth

Staffing Intern

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia
02.2017 - 05.2017
  • Worked with Human Resources and Recruitment stakeholders new process maps for the staffing and recruiting teams.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management/Religious Studies

Randolph-Macon College
Ashland, VA
05-2017

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer Service
  • Microsoft office
  • Professional Phone Skills
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Agile project management practices
  • Payment Processing
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Relationship building
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Mortgage Guidelines & Regulations

Timeline

Vendor Enrollment Specialist

Paymerang
09.2023 - 08.2025

Brokered Loan Coordinator

Movement Mortgage
11.2021 - 06.2023

Closing Specialist

Avenue 365 Lender Services
02.2021 - 11.2021

Loan Officer

Carrington Mortgage Services
09.2019 - 07.2020

Home Loan Specialist

Ditech Financial LLC
07.2018 - 08.2019

Loan Officer

Freedom Mortgage Inc
06.2017 - 07.2018

Staffing Intern

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia
02.2017 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management/Religious Studies

Randolph-Macon College
Garrett Poehler