


The past year reminded us that progress doesn’t always come easily, but it does come through leadership, collaboration, and a shared commitment to moving forward together.
One of the most rewarding parts of this journey continues to be amplifying the voices of women across our industry. Through your stories, insights, and willingness to lead with authenticity, you shape not only this publication but the broader mortgage community. The growth of the Mortgage Women Leadership Council has been a powerful reflection of that collective effort, reinforcing the importance of mentorship, advocacy, and meaningful support.
This first issue of the year sets the tone for what 2026 can be: thoughtful leadership, intentional growth, and continued celebration of women who are making an impact every day. While challenges remain in the market, opportunity still exists for those willing to adapt, innovate, and lean on one another.
As always, I’m grateful, for the community we’ve built, for a career that continues to challenge and inspire me, and for the privilege of sharing these pages with so many remarkable women. Here’s to a year of purpose, momentum, and continued connection.
The past year reminded us that progress doesn’t always come easily, but it does come through leadership, collaboration, and a shared commitment to moving forward together.
One of the most rewarding parts of this journey continues to be amplifying the voices of women across our industry. Through your stories, insights, and willingness to lead with authenticity, you shape not only this publication but the broader mortgage community. The growth of the Mortgage Women Leadership Council has been a powerful reflection of that collective effort, reinforcing the importance of mentorship, advocacy, and meaningful support.
This first issue of the year sets the tone for what 2026 can be: thoughtful leadership, intentional growth, and continued celebration of women who are making an impact every day. While challenges remain in the market, opportunity still exists for those willing to adapt, innovate, and lean on one another.
As always, I’m grateful, for the community we’ve built, for a career that continues to challenge and inspire me, and for the privilege of sharing these pages with so many remarkable women. Here’s to a year of purpose, momentum, and continued connection.
The past year reminded us that progress doesn’t always come easily, but it does come through leadership, collaboration, and a shared commitment to moving forward together.
One of the most rewarding parts of this journey continues to be amplifying the voices of women across our industry. Through your stories, insights, and willingness to lead with authenticity, you shape not only this publication but the broader mortgage community. The growth of the Mortgage Women Leadership Council has been a powerful reflection of that collective effort, reinforcing the importance of mentorship, advocacy, and meaningful support.
This first issue of the year sets the tone for what 2026 can be: thoughtful leadership, intentional growth, and continued celebration of women who are making an impact every day. While challenges remain in the market, opportunity still exists for those willing to adapt, innovate, and lean on one another.
As always, I’m grateful, for the community we’ve built, for a career that continues to challenge and inspire me, and for the privilege of sharing these pages with so many remarkable women. Here’s to a year of purpose, momentum, and continued connection.
The past year reminded us that progress doesn’t always come easily, but it does come through leadership, collaboration, and a shared commitment to moving forward together.
One of the most rewarding parts of this journey continues to be amplifying the voices of women across our industry. Through your stories, insights, and willingness to lead with authenticity, you shape not only this publication but the broader mortgage community. The growth of the Mortgage Women Leadership Council has been a powerful reflection of that collective effort, reinforcing the importance of mentorship, advocacy, and meaningful support.
This first issue of the year sets the tone for what 2026 can be: thoughtful leadership, intentional growth, and continued celebration of women who are making an impact every day. While challenges remain in the market, opportunity still exists for those willing to adapt, innovate, and lean on one another.
As always, I’m grateful, for the community we’ve built, for a career that continues to challenge and inspire me, and for the privilege of sharing these pages with so many remarkable women. Here’s to a year of purpose, momentum, and continued connection.
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.


The unexpected turns that led Mae Mackey to the industry

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A letter from the editor
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.

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Learn how address conflict directly and respectfully without escalating tension, give and receive feedback effectively to drive performance and growth, and navigate high-stakes conversations with composure and professionalism.

There’s a difference between opening your heart to the holidays and carrying the full weight of how they’re supposed to look.
Women of Tech honorees advance innovation and open doors for others

The Marketing Working Group wants to hear from you!

An Airbnb girls’ trip turns into an inspiring greenhouse conversation about passion, reinvention, and the courage to turn dreams into meaningful work.

In the first session of the Mortgage Ops Exchange, we tackled unspoken questions in mortgage operations — from the 50-year mortgage buzz to motivating teams in a changing market.
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