Executive Vice President, National Builder Division
Damon Cortez
About Damon
Damon Cortez is the Executive Vice President of the National Builder Division at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, bringing over 20 years of expertise across wholesale, correspondent, and retail lending. He has managed over $12 billion in volume, mentored rising professionals, and developed strong builder relationships across the country.
Damon is deeply involved in the homebuilding community, serving on multiple boards including the Home Builders Association of Greater Charlotte, NCHBA, and NAHB. He’s a passionate advocate for the industry, regularly engaging in legislative efforts and contributing financially to industry advancement. A former brick mason turned mortgage leader, Damon remains committed to empowering clients and teams alike. Outside of work, he enjoys golf, skeet shooting, and time with his wife, sons, and dogs.
Vice President of Builder Partnerships & Growth
Toby Roberts
About Toby
Toby Roberts brings over 30 years of experience in new construction finance and is one of the most respected professionals in the field. With 27 years at Wells Fargo managing the bank’s largest builder accounts nationally, Toby became the only person in residential finance to hold a Master in Residential Marketing (MIRM) designation from the NAHB.
He later launched a successful joint venture at Cornerstone Home Lending with one of the nation’s largest private homebuilders. A graduate of the College of Charleston, Toby continues to elevate builder partnerships with unmatched insight and dedication.
Regional Vice President, Builder Division
Mackenzie Curtis
About Mackenzie
Mackenzie Curtis is the Regional Vice President of the Builder Division in the Nashville market, with over 20 years of mortgage and homebuilding industry experience. She has successfully led expansion efforts across six Southeastern states, growing new construction mortgage financing and achieving $100M in personal annual production.
Known for her leadership and relationship-building, Mackenzie is a strong advocate for homebuilders, offering strategic insights and custom lending solutions. She serves in various NAHB and local realtor organizations, reinforcing her commitment to the industry and client success.
SVP of Strategy
Brian Surgener
About Brian
Brian Surgener is the Senior Vice President of Strategy at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, where he leads marketing and sales technology initiatives. With over 20 years of industry experience, Brian has been pivotal in using data-driven strategies and innovative tools to improve customer engagement, drive growth, and streamline operations.
SVP, Director of Secondary Markets
Matthew Nyman
About Matthew
Matthew Nyman serves as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, where he oversees pricing, loan sales, and MBS strategies. With over 21 years in mortgage banking, he plays a key role in optimizing investor relationships, managing risk, and ensuring competitiveness in capital markets. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing and spending time outdoors with his family.
VP of Builder Business Development
Richard Bridges
About Richard
Richard Bridges is the VP of Builder Business Development at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage with over 25 years in the homebuilding industry. A former president of the HBA of Greater Chicago, Rich has led two national builder joint ventures and brings expertise in project management, sales, and strategy. He holds a degree in Economics from Northern Illinois University and enjoys football, family time, and fitness.
Senior Vice President
Mike Matthews
About Mike
Mike Matthews is a mortgage banking executive with over 28 years of experience, focusing on builder partnerships and scalable mortgage operations. He has led high-performing teams at Fortune 500 companies and is known for talent development and strategic growth. Based in Plano, TX, Mike enjoys life with his wife Christy and their two grown children.
Builder Development Manager
Charity Moreland
About Charity
Charity Moreland is a seasoned sales and marketing leader with over two decades of mortgage experience, specializing in new home construction. She’s held leadership roles at Wells Fargo, Homeowners Financial Group, and Wintrust Mortgage, earning national recognition for her ability to grow builder partnerships. Charity lives in Iowa with her husband and four children.
Business Development / Builder Division
Jason Adler
About Jason
Jason Adler brings over 20 years of experience in finance and capital markets, having worked with top investment banks and founded a successful energy advisory firm. Before his Wall Street tenure, he began his career in the mortgage industry, giving him a well-rounded financial background. Jason holds an MBA from Tulane University and is known for his ability to build trusted, long-lasting client relationships.
Regional VP, Business Development
Scott Sorin
About Scott
With over 20 years of lending experience, Scott Sorin is dedicated to guiding clients through a smooth, stress-free mortgage process. Known for clear communication and a service-first approach, he builds lasting relationships with homebuyers and partners alike. A Memphis native, Scott enjoys spending time with his three children and rescue dog, playing golf, riding Tennessee Walking Horses, and cheering on his favorite sports teams.
Executive Vice President, National Builder Division
Damon Cortez
About Damon
Damon Cortez is the Executive Vice President of the National Builder Division at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, bringing over 20 years of expertise across wholesale, correspondent, and retail lending. He has managed over $12 billion in volume, mentored rising professionals, and developed strong builder relationships across the country.
Damon is deeply involved in the homebuilding community, serving on multiple boards including the Home Builders Association of Greater Charlotte, NCHBA, and NAHB. He’s a passionate advocate for the industry, regularly engaging in legislative efforts and contributing financially to industry advancement. A former brick mason turned mortgage leader, Damon remains committed to empowering clients and teams alike. Outside of work, he enjoys golf, skeet shooting, and time with his wife, sons, and dogs.
Vice President of Builder Partnerships & Growth
Toby Roberts
About Toby
Toby Roberts brings over 30 years of experience in new construction finance and is one of the most respected professionals in the field. With 27 years at Wells Fargo managing the bank’s largest builder accounts nationally, Toby became the only person in residential finance to hold a Master in Residential Marketing (MIRM) designation from the NAHB.
He later launched a successful joint venture at Cornerstone Home Lending with one of the nation’s largest private homebuilders. A graduate of the College of Charleston, Toby continues to elevate builder partnerships with unmatched insight and dedication.
Regional Vice President, Builder Division
Mackenzie Curtis
About Mackenzie
Mackenzie Curtis is the Regional Vice President of the Builder Division in the Nashville market, with over 20 years of mortgage and homebuilding industry experience. She has successfully led expansion efforts across six Southeastern states, growing new construction mortgage financing and achieving $100M in personal annual production.
Known for her leadership and relationship-building, Mackenzie is a strong advocate for homebuilders, offering strategic insights and custom lending solutions. She serves in various NAHB and local realtor organizations, reinforcing her commitment to the industry and client success.
SVP of Strategy
Brian Surgener
About Brian
Brian Surgener is the Senior Vice President of Strategy at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, where he leads marketing and sales technology initiatives. With over 20 years of industry experience, Brian has been pivotal in using data-driven strategies and innovative tools to improve customer engagement, drive growth, and streamline operations.
SVP, Director of Secondary Markets
Matthew Nyman
About Matthew
Matthew Nyman serves as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, where he oversees pricing, loan sales, and MBS strategies. With over 21 years in mortgage banking, he plays a key role in optimizing investor relationships, managing risk, and ensuring competitiveness in capital markets. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing and spending time outdoors with his family.
VP of Builder Business Development
Richard Bridges
About Richard
Richard Bridges is the VP of Builder Business Development at Mutual of Omaha Mortgage with over 25 years in the homebuilding industry. A former president of the HBA of Greater Chicago, Rich has led two national builder joint ventures and brings expertise in project management, sales, and strategy. He holds a degree in Economics from Northern Illinois University and enjoys football, family time, and fitness.
Senior Vice President
Mike Matthews
About Mike
Mike Matthews is a mortgage banking executive with over 28 years of experience, focusing on builder partnerships and scalable mortgage operations. He has led high-performing teams at Fortune 500 companies and is known for talent development and strategic growth. Based in Plano, TX, Mike enjoys life with his wife Christy and their two grown children.
Builder Development Manager
Charity Moreland
About Charity
Charity Moreland is a seasoned sales and marketing leader with over two decades of mortgage experience, specializing in new home construction. She’s held leadership roles at Wells Fargo, Homeowners Financial Group, and Wintrust Mortgage, earning national recognition for her ability to grow builder partnerships. Charity lives in Iowa with her husband and four children.
Business Development / Builder Division
Jason Adler
About Jason
Jason Adler brings over 20 years of experience in finance and capital markets, having worked with top investment banks and founded a successful energy advisory firm. Before his Wall Street tenure, he began his career in the mortgage industry, giving him a well-rounded financial background. Jason holds an MBA from Tulane University and is known for his ability to build trusted, long-lasting client relationships.
Regional VP, Business Development
Scott Sorin
About Scott
With over 20 years of lending experience, Scott Sorin is dedicated to guiding clients through a smooth, stress-free mortgage process. Known for clear communication and a service-first approach, he builds lasting relationships with homebuyers and partners alike. A Memphis native, Scott enjoys spending time with his three children and rescue dog, playing golf, riding Tennessee Walking Horses, and cheering on his favorite sports teams.