“We are ecstatic to welcome FICO as an ELITE Partner in our mission to positively impact the mortgage industry,” NAMMBA chief Tony Thompson said in a release. “This collaboration will help us expand the reach of our Certified Community Lender program, ensuring that more loan originators are equipped with the knowledge and skills to serve underrepresented communities effectively. Together, we can drive significant progress towards increasing homeownership and building generational wealth among minorities, women, and the LGBTQ+ community.”
The CCL designation is earned through an eight-session online course, offering benefits such as access to business development strategy calls, a course completion certificate, annual NAMMBA membership, and marketing materials.
FICO has also committed to being a title sponsor for NAMMBA CONNECT 2024 in Orlando, Fla., from August 21-23. Mortgage professionals who complete the CCL training will have the opportunity to receive their certification at the conference and attend a Score A Better Future breakout session on credit education.
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“FICO is delighted to support NAMMBA in its endeavor to elevate the standards of mortgage professionals,” said Julie May, vice president and general manager of scores at FICO. “By fostering a culture of continuous education and ethical practices, we believe that this partnership will not only enhance the capabilities of loan originators but also create lasting positive impacts within the communities they serve.”
Source: mpamag.com