Opening Communication
Margie Hennessey strives to make homeownership more accessible to the deaf community through direct communication via ASL

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Leaders offer thoughts on surging ahead in the industry

As preparations for Mortgage Star National enter the final stretch, I find myself reflecting on what makes this event so special.
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The innovators behind the tech making loans faster, smoother, and more accessible

How to Build Influence, Drive Performance and Protect Your Time

Sandra Thompson’s groundbreaking rise from bank supervision at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to leading the Federal Housing Finance Agency reflects a career defined by steady leadership, sound judgment, and a refusal to let barriers dictate her path.

Integrating innovation without losing the human connection
This issue of Mortgage Women explores the power of leadership, inclusion, and innovation across the mortgage industry. From Margie Hennessey's inspiring cover story on making lending more accessible, to features on the growing influence of single women homebuyers, emerging women leaders, and trailblazers shaping the industry's future, each story highlights the importance of authentic voices, bold leadership, and creating opportunities that move housing finance forward. The issue also celebrates the 2026 Mortgage Stars, honoring the industry's standout leaders recognized this past July in New Orleans.