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LARRY L. KEEN

Litchfield Park,AZ

Summary

Reverse mortgage / business professional with strong background in financial counseling and client support. Proven track record in assisting clients with financial decisions while maintaining compliance and satisfaction. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to changing needs, with expertise in financial analysis and relationship management. Personally originated and/or processed over 300 reverse mortgage loans.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Reverse Mortgage Specialist

Barrett Financial Group, LLC
04.2022 - 10.2025
  • Guided clients through reverse mortgage options, ensuring understanding of eligibility and benefits.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines, ensuring compliance throughout all transactions.
  • Streamlined the loan application process for clients, ensuring timely approvals and efficient closings.
  • Processed loan applications and monitored progress from start to finish.

Reverse Mortgage Specialist

Bobby King Financial (CFP)
01.2019 - 10.2021
  • Assisted clients in understanding reverse mortgage options, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding their home equity.
  • Streamlined the loan application process for clients, ensuring timely approvals and efficient closings.
  • Reason for leaving- owner retired

Sr. Reverse Mortgage Retail Loan Officer - Nationwide

BBMC Mortgage
01.2016 - 11.2018
  • Worked Phoenix Call center - Originated Reverse Mortgage loans - ALL states
  • (Federal Chartered Bank)
  • Assisted customers in understanding loan terms and conditions to make informed decisions.
  • Reason for Leaving- Phoenix Office Closed

Sr. Reverse Mortgage Loan Officer - Nationwide

Bank of England (Federal Chartered Bank)
08.2014 - 11.2015

Processed loan applications and monitored progress from start to finish.

  • Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
  • Assisted customers with completing loan applications and other paperwork.
  • Reason for Leaving-Phoenix Office Closed

Sr. Loan Officer

Colonial National Mortgage
01.2008 - 04.2014
  • Evaluated loan requests and documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Assessed loan portfolios for compliance with underwriting policies.
  • Developed strong relationships with borrowers, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Submitted loan applications to underwriter for verification and recommendations.

SR. Account Executive

E*TRADE Bank, (Mortgage Division)
06.2006 - 02.2007
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
  • Reason for Leaving- Closed Office in 2008
  • Mentored junior account executives, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing.

Account Executive

Royal Bank of Canada
08.2002 - 05.2006
  • Supervised operations of more than 75 high producing accounts through Colorado, New Mexico and Wyoming.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
  • Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.

President-Loan Officer

Avalanche Financial, Inc
09.1998 - 06.2002
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Originated, reviewed, processed, closed, and administered customer loan proposals.
  • Reason for leaving -Sold Avalanche Financial, Inc. June 2002

Co-Owner

Air Gourmet, Inc.
01.1986 - 08.1997
  • Oversaw all aspects of business. In span of 10 years took Air Gourmet from a “start up” to the #1 corporate jet caterer in US -
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • (Sold business - 8/1997)

Owner/Operator

Cornerstone Recorders, Inc.
02.1981 - 10.1985
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Recorded major artists; Tom Petty, Bruce Hornsby, Don Henley, Motley Crue and Fleetwood Mac

Education

MA - Cellular / Molecular Biology & Anatomy

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

BS - Zoology

Ohio University
Athens, OH

CPT - Certified Personal Trainer

NASM
Chandler, AZ

Skills

  • Service excellence
  • Consistent reliability
  • Expertise in Reverse Mortgage loan origination / processing
  • Sales-marketing coordination

Timeline

Reverse Mortgage Specialist

Barrett Financial Group, LLC
04.2022 - 10.2025

Reverse Mortgage Specialist

Bobby King Financial (CFP)
01.2019 - 10.2021

Sr. Reverse Mortgage Retail Loan Officer - Nationwide

BBMC Mortgage
01.2016 - 11.2018

Sr. Reverse Mortgage Loan Officer - Nationwide

Bank of England (Federal Chartered Bank)
08.2014 - 11.2015

Sr. Loan Officer

Colonial National Mortgage
01.2008 - 04.2014

SR. Account Executive

E*TRADE Bank, (Mortgage Division)
06.2006 - 02.2007

Account Executive

Royal Bank of Canada
08.2002 - 05.2006

President-Loan Officer

Avalanche Financial, Inc
09.1998 - 06.2002

Co-Owner

Air Gourmet, Inc.
01.1986 - 08.1997

Owner/Operator

Cornerstone Recorders, Inc.
02.1981 - 10.1985

BS - Zoology

Ohio University

CPT - Certified Personal Trainer

NASM

MA - Cellular / Molecular Biology & Anatomy

West Virginia University

References

  • Kurt Bokenkamp, SVP Bank of America, Kurtbokenkamp@bofa.com, 303-901-3747, Bank of America
  • Cheryl McGrath, AE-Finance America reverse, cheryl.mcgrath@finaceofamerica.com, 310-729-7503, Finance America
  • Geoff Robbins, Retired AE/Branch Mgr., 303-378-2400, Colonial National Mortgage