Leadership
Chad Smith
CEO
Chad Smith isn’t the kind of CEO that only busies himself with big-picture tasks. In fact, you can almost always find him getting his hands dirty and having fun with his teams.
Chad recognizes that happy teams work harder and are better motivated to serve their customers. It’s this passion, energy, fresh perspective, and positive attitude that drive our culture of inclusion and employee satisfaction.
Chad is known for assembling the best teams, which sets our customer experience as the standard of excellence for the rest of the industry.
Email: chad.smith@missionloans.com
Jeff Baker
Vice President, Sales
Jeff has worked in the mortgage industry for over 30 years and has gained experience in all aspects of the business. During his mortgage career, he has earned multiple awards including Account Executive of the Year, Number One Regional Manager of the Year, and the Top Producer award.
In his current role as the Vice President of Sales at N2 Funding, Jeff is committed to working closely with his talented team to create a seamless loan process for his brokers. Jeff’s extensive knowledge base allows him to provide the highest level of guidance for new and loyal broker partners.
In his free time, Jeff enjoys golfing and spending time with his wife and adult children. He is most inspired by his mother who he says has a courageous attitude and never gives up.
Fun acts about Jeff:
- He knows how to sew and loves to garden.
- His favorite books are the “Jack Reacher” series.
- The best place he has ever visited is Hawaii!
Email: jbaker@n2funding.com
David Lopez
Director of Funding
David has been in the mortgage industry for 30 years and has worked for several top lenders including Encore Credit Corporation, Loan Depot, Quality Mortgage, BNC Mortgage, etc. Having extensive experience in the industry has led him to find his passion in the funding department. As the Director of Funding, Dave focuses on building and refining the closing process. He does not fear a challenge, and his ultimate goal is to help build the greatest wholesale lender in the business.
Dave’s positive attitude is infectious around our office, and he is known for his famous tagline “Let’s go!” He can be heard chanting this to help motivate and boost company morale. He is a key aspect to N2 Funding’s culture and success.
During his free time, Dave enjoys spending quality time with his family. He is married to Thi Lopez, who is an Account Manager here at N2 Funding, and they are the proud parents of 6 children. Even though Dave may have his hands full at home, he still manages to bring his contagious, positive energy to our office on a daily basis!
Fun Facts about Dave:
- Dave is a huge sports fan! He has been avidly watching sports since he was 2 years old and has grown to be a big supporter of the Rams, Lakers and Dodgers.
- His top bucket list item is going to watch the Rams in the SuperBowl.
- His favorite movie is Friday and his favorite celebrity is Ice Cube!
Email: david.lopez@n2funding.com
Kevin Simpson
Setup Manager
Kevin has been in the mortgage industry since 2003 and has held many different positions. He has worked in both retail and wholesale, in both sales and operations, and even on both the lender and the broker side. Because Kevin has worn so many hats, his mortgage knowledge is extensive, and he is one of the most well-rounded employees at N2 Funding.
Given his experience, Kevin now oversees the Loan Setup and Disclosure departments. He helps facilitate the work structure and flow of the loans from the very beginning of the process, ensuring that all moving parts are functioning at their most efficient levels. Kevin is always seen going above and beyond to help create a successful submission process for our broker partners.
In Kevin’s free time, he enjoys relaxing and spending time with his family. Even then, he still manages to keep his computer close by just in case he is still needed at work! Kevin is inspired by Martin Luther King Jr, and his ability to fight for human rights.
Fun Facts about Kevin:
- He is a big Lakers fan and grew up watching the games with his family. He admires Kobe Bryant for always inspiring people to work hard and give their all!
- His top bucket list item is to travel to all 7 continents.
- His favorite book is Lord of the Flies
Email: ksimpson@N2funding.com
Dee Anderson
Underwriting Manager
Dee began her mortgage career over 25 years ago and currently operates as an Underwriting Manager for a team here at N2 Funding. She started her career in the funding department, where she was quickly promoted to the team lead. After expanding her knowledge there, she moved onto account management. From there, she was promoted to the Office Manager, where she gained experience in employee management as well as the training and development departments. Soon after, she was granted another promotion and moved onto operating as the Vice President of Account Management.
After moving swiftly through the mortgage industry, Dee decided to try her hand at Underwriting. It was no surprise that she excelled in the position and is now a strong Manager of our Underwriting team. During her mortgage career, she has received several awards including Funder of the Year, the Customer Service Award, Employee of the Month, Years of Service Award, and the #1 Underwriter Award.
In Dee’s free time she enjoys going on nature walks and trying out new foods. She is inspired by all of those who have seen negative times but have risen above despite the difficulties.
Fun Facts about Dee:
- Her top bucket list item is to eat at every place on her food goal list!
- Her favorite book is Inward.
- The best place she has visited is Sedona, Arizona.
Email: danderson@n2funding.com