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Margie Hennessey strives to make homeownership more accessible to the deaf community through direct communication via ASL
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A leader in the mortgage industry and “a visionary” according to her peers, Kelly Zitlow sits at the helm of a nonprofit empowering girls to master the use of power tools and take on the lost art of building with their hands.
May is a month of momentum, a time when the industry looks ahead, opportunities begin to take shape, and leadership conversations become even more important.
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After an incredible first day at the California Mortgage Expo, mortgage professionals gathered in Irvine for an evening focused on connection, community, and supporting the women shaping the future of the industry.
Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder that for many women, navigating major life stages while balancing demanding careers comes with invisible pressures that workplaces can no longer afford to ignore.
No theory — just the reality of constant change, rising pressure, and leading mortgage operations teams through it.
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MaxClass is a woman-owned company, and we're offering MWLC members 65% off your continuing education when you use our code WOMENWIN.
MaxClass is a woman-owned company, and we're offering MWLC members 65% off your continuing education. Become a member for our unique code.
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.
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