Oct 6, 202648 minS3
What will the mortgage professional of the future look like as AI becomes part of everyday mortgage banking? In this episode of CMB Connect, I sit down with Marc Hernandez, CMB, founder and CEO of Aequalend and founder...
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CMB Connect
Hosted by Val Buresch · business · EN-US
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What do the top minds in housing finance talk about over coffee? Find out on CMB Connect! Hosted by Val Buresch, CEO of Polygon Research & CMB Society Chairman, this weekly podcast delivers candid conversations with certified mortgage bankers leading the industry. Explore career paths, dissect the hottest topics in mortgage banking, and discover the strategies that drive success.
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What is CMB Connect about?
What do the top minds in housing finance talk about over coffee? Find out on CMB Connect! Hosted by Val Buresch, CEO of Polygon Research & CMB Society Chairman, this weekly podcast delivers candid conversations with certified mortgage bankers leading the industry. Explore career paths, dissect the hottest topics in mortgage banking, and discover the strategies that drive success.
Who hosts CMB Connect?
CMB Connect is hosted by Val Buresch. The show has published 15 episodes to date.
What has CMB Connect covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Marc Hernandez, CMB: How AI Is Changing Mortgage Banking | CMB Connect | S3 Ep5" (6 October 2026, 48 minutes), "Margaret Chiavini, CMB: Dream Big, Practice Gratitude and Keep Climbing | CMB Connect | S3 Ep4" (29 September 2026, 38 minutes), and "Spy Stories, Brushstrokes, and Basis Points with Jason Bohrer, CMB | CMBConnect | S3 Ep3" (11 March 2026, 47 minutes).
How often does CMB Connect publish?
CMB Connect publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 15 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on CMB Connect?
Booking probability for CMB Connect is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. CMB Connect requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. CMB Connect's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch CMB Connect?
The strongest fits for CMB Connect are Banking & Credit Unions. CMB Connect has a business audience.
About the host
Val Buresch hosts CMB Connect, a business podcast with 15 episodes published.
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Episode #4
Margaret Chiavini, CMB: Dream Big, Practice Gratitude and Keep Climbing | CMB Connect | S3 Ep4
Sep 29, 202638 minS3In this episode of CMB Connect, I talk with Margaret Chiavini, CMB, who leads Newrez’s National Bank and Credit Union Division. We start with her CMB journey and from there, we talk about correspondent lending, what...
Mar 11, 202647 minS3In this episode of CMBConnect, host Val Buresch, Founder of Polygon Research and a Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB), speaks with Jason Bohrer, CEO and President of Newbold Advisors and a Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB)...
Feb 9, 202638 minS3In this episode of CMB Connect, Val Buresch welcomes Jeremy Bowling, Strategy and Business Development Director for Mortgage Lending at Huntington National Bank. Jeremy shares the strategic "trident" that led to a 20%...
Jan 24, 202645 minS3Rhiannon Bolen, SVP at GridBase and founder of Texas Women Mortgage Bankers, shares how advocacy and communication skills drive success in mortgage banking. In this season premiere of CMB Connect, host Val Buresch sits...
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Dec 29, 202519 minS2How can mortgage leaders gain a competitive edge in 2026? In this episode of CMBConnect, Val Buresch, CMB, speaks with Jen Green, CMB, Assistant Director of Single-Family Loan Operations at the Tennessee Housing...
Dec 15, 202523 minS2In this episode of CMB Connect, we analyze how Ruoff Mortgage achieved significant year-over-year growth in the Michigan market during 2024, defying the industry trend of stagnation in a high-rate environment. Host Val...
Episode #6
Building Habits for Success: John Lynah, CPA, CMB on Leadership and Growth |S2 Ep6| CMB Connect
Dec 1, 202528 minS2Summary In this conversation, Val Buresch and John J. Lynah delve into the challenges and opportunities within the housing finance industry. John shares his unique experiences of navigating international markets, the...
Nov 11, 202525 minS2In this episode of CMBConnect, host Val Buresch speaks with Ryan Black, CMB, a partner at Black, Mann and Graham, about his journey from congressional staffer to mortgage industry expert. They discuss the future of...
Nov 3, 202531 minS2Val Buresch delves into the inspiring journey of Jennifer Whip, CMB, a leader who embodies courage and reinvention. From a distinguished career at Fannie Mae to founding her own consulting firm, Jennifer shares her...
Oct 15, 20251h 12mS2Ever wonder what the mortgage industry was like with 17% interest rates, paper files, and no internet? Rates were locked by phone, deals were made with a handshake, and entire loan files were shipped in cardboard boxes...
Oct 3, 202554 minS2What does it really take to master financial reporting in one of the world's most complex industries? In this episode, host Val Buresch sits down with Nancy Zhu, SVP and Director of Financial Reporting and Analysis at...
Sep 11, 202543 minS2What happens when three Certified Mortgage Bankers (CMBs) meet in one of the world's most historic cities? I'm joined by SuSheila Dhillon, Alan Fowler, and Brian Handal to revisit their international project in Cairo...
Dec 22, 202441 minS2024<p>In this episode of CMB Connect, I interview Lynn Crutchfield, Director of Sales Operations at Essent. We discuss the critical role of Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) in facilitating home ownership and supporting...
Nov 18, 202433 minS2024<p>Val Buresch, Founder and CEO of Polygon Research, explores FHA lending with MBA's Teresa Ferman, unpacking critical industry misconceptions. Discover how FHA programs drive homeownership access, meet compliance...
Episode #13
Suchitra Varma: A Bank IT Expert View on Tech Innovations Reshaping Mortgage Applications
Oct 5, 202432 minS2024<p>In this episode of CMB Connect, host Val Buresch interviews Suchitra Varma, a senior technology leader in mortgage banking. They discuss Suchitra's career journey from software engineering to becoming a certified...
Sep 7, 202432 minS2024<p>In this episode of CMBConnect, I interview Bob Niemi, the CMB Society vice chair. We explore the traditional business model in the mortgage industry, how lenders make money, and the challenges they face. We delve...
Aug 6, 202417 minS2024<p>Meg Bennett, CMB, and a Client Executive at TransUnion, shares her journey in the mortgage industry and the impact of becoming a CMB. She discusses her role as an advisor to her clients. In addition, Meg talks about...
Jul 29, 202428 minS2024<p>Yolanda Estrada, a Certified Mortgage Banker and 20-year veteran of mortgage processing and underwriting, shares her career journey and expertise. She discusses the importance of clear communication with borrowers...
Jul 22, 202440 minS2024<p>I talk with Suha Zehl, CMB, about the evolution of mortgage technology in the last two decades. Suha emphasizes the importance of data maturity and the need for a solid foundation in technology. She also highlights...
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