Kyle Sullivan
Independence,MO
Summary
Results-oriented Vice President of Production specializing in strategic planning, process optimization, and team leadership. Committed to achieving revenue objectives and enhancing sales team satisfaction while driving profitability. Proven ability to deliver high productivity and efficiency, ensuring project alignment with deadlines and quality standards. Strong communicator and problem-solver, effectively leading teams in dynamic production environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President Of Production
Summit Lending
08.2022 - Current
- Achieved growth from 389 units in 2023 to nearly 2,000 units in 2025.
- Drove year-over-year increases in production and profitability through strategic initiatives that aligned operational goals with market demands.
- Oversaw management of profit and losses across 10 operating branches, driving profitability improvements.
- Led onboarding and training initiatives for over 80 loan officers, enhancing team capabilities.
- Developed lead pools to support business development strategies and increase market reach.
- Created agent networks to enhance operational effectiveness and establish strategic partnerships that supported business objectives.
- Ensured compliance and integration across business operations, reinforcing organizational integrity and operational consistency.
Mortgage Broker / Branch Owner
Summit Lending "The Sullivan Team"
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Oversaw $10 million monthly sales volume, ensuring consistent growth.
- Oversaw daily operations of sales staff, ensuring alignment with productivity goals.
- Reported directly to CEO regarding budget, production metrics, and P&L status.
- Led sales meetings to drive strategy and performance improvements.
- Trained sales team on software applications and marketing tactics to enhance performance.
- Coordinated recruiting and hiring processes to strengthen sales force.
- Coordinated community appearances to enhance brand visibility.
- Handled onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing staff.
Loan Officer / Branch Manager
1st Mortgage
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed $2 million in monthly sales production, contributing to overall branch profitability
- Drove profit and growth through effective production strategies and client engagement
- Guided clients through mortgage options and explained detailed terms and conditions.
- Evaluated loan applications to determine borrower eligibility and risk factors.
- Recommended loan approvals and denials based on customer loan application reviews.
- Collaborated with underwriters to ensure smooth processing of loan approvals.
- Oversaw financial operations to ensure profitability and budget adherence.
- Cultivated strong client relationships, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Identified and executed onboarding and training with several direct reports
Loan Officer / Branch Manager
Transparent Home Mortgage
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Processed and produced monthly retail mortgage lending volume of 700K to 1.5M, contributing to branch revenue.
- Ensured adherence to federal and state compliance guidelines for mortgage lending.
- Conducted applicant meetings to gather loan application information and clarify processes, enhancing applicant experience.
- Developed referral network through engagement with local financial planners, home builders, and real estate professionals, expanding business opportunities.
- Researched investor guidelines and monitored program changes impacting loan processing and origination.
Marketing Consultant / Advisor / Team Lead
Thryv
10.2016 - 06.2020
- Developed marketing strategies that increased client visibility and engagement.
- Generated leads through targeted campaigns and outreach initiatives.
- Served as a digital marketing expert in social media, SEO, SEM, and website management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute integrated marketing campaigns successfully.
- Advised clients on digital marketing tools to improve online performance.
- Analyzed market trends to inform strategic marketing decisions.
- Conducted training sessions that empowered clients with effective digital marketing techniques.
Education
Diploma -
Fort Osage High School
Independence, Mo05.2009
Skills
- Thriving with high stakes
- Strategic leadership
- Profit and loss management
- Creative Problem Solver
- Increasing Production
- Personality Navigation
- Marketing & Attraction
- Sales Tactics
- Leader & Developer of Talent
- Coaching Sales Reps
- Profit & Loss Management
- Ability to analyze complex technical information
- Collected
- Professional under high stress
- Detail oriented
- Excellent problem solver
- Ability to bring out the best in people
- Engaging in the moment
- Doer
- Manager
- Inspirational
- Agreeable
- Ability to take a loss for the greater good
Nmls
2000561 MO/KS
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/17/90
Additional Information
Current Colleague References Available Upon Request, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-sullivan-aa0102124/, https://www.facebook.com/kyle.sullivan.568, I have a gem of a better half, as well as a 12 year old daughter. I wouldn't be able to sleep at night knowing I didn't do EVERY SINGLE THING I could today, to try to make their lives better tomorrow.
Other Experience
- New Car Sales Manager - Cable Dahmer
- New/Used Car Sales Rep. - Cable Dahmer
- Pharmacy Robot Automation Sales Manager - Script Pro
- Pharmacy Work Flow Sales Rep - Script Pro
Timeline
Vice President Of Production
Summit Lending
08.2022 - Current
Mortgage Broker / Branch Owner
Summit Lending "The Sullivan Team"
05.2021 - 08.2022
Loan Officer / Branch Manager
1st Mortgage
12.2020 - 05.2021
Loan Officer / Branch Manager
Transparent Home Mortgage
06.2020 - 12.2020
Marketing Consultant / Advisor / Team Lead
Thryv
10.2016 - 06.2020
Diploma -
Fort Osage High School