Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mortgage Industry Partner in Connecticut
Established in 1984, we serve as a dedicated advocate for the mortgage lending industry in Connecticut. Our organization provides legislative representation, educational programming, and networking opportunities to support professionals across the mortgage ecosystem. Through annual events like the Northeast Mortgage Summit and specialized committees addressing compliance, affordable housing, and underwriting standards, we foster collaboration among banks, credit unions, lenders, attorneys, and service providers.Our membership benefits include access to industry experts, continuing education courses approved by regulatory bodies, and platforms for professional development. With a focus on community impact, we administer affordable housing initiatives and recognize industry excellence through awards programs. Our team combines decades of mortgage industry experience with a commitment to advancing ethical lending practices and regulatory compliance.
Services
Mortgage Industry Advocacy
Legislative Representation
Professional Education Programs
Networking Events
Affordable Housing Initiatives
Industry Committee Participation
Mortgage Compliance Resources
Member Directory Services
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive access to mortgage industry legislative updates and regulatory advocacy
- Our members receive specialized educational programs including NMLS-approved continuing education
- We host Connecticut's largest mortgage banking events including the Northeast Mortgage Summit
- Our network connects mortgage professionals across all industry sectors statewide
- We provide targeted support through specialized committees addressing compliance and affordable housing
Services
Mortgage Industry Advocacy
We provide dedicated legislative representation to protect and advance mortgage industry interests in Connecticut. Our team monitors regulatory developments, organizes annual legislative forums, and maintains direct communication with state policymakers to ensure favorable conditions for mortgage professionals and related businesses.
Professional Education Programs
Our comprehensive educational offerings include NMLS-approved continuing education courses, loan officer training, and specialized workshops on mortgage compliance. These programs, taught by industry experts, address evolving regulatory requirements and best practices in mortgage lending and servicing operations across Connecticut.
Networking Events
We organize premier networking opportunities including the annual Northeast Mortgage Summit, CMBAFest, and regional mixers. These events facilitate business development through peer-to-peer connections, vendor exhibitions, and collaborative discussions on industry challenges and innovations within Connecticut's mortgage community.
Affordable Housing Initiatives
Our organization promotes accessible housing through targeted programs that connect lenders with affordable lending opportunities. We facilitate partnerships between mortgage professionals and community organizations while recognizing outstanding contributions through our annual Affordable Housing Awards program.
Industry Committee Participation
We offer specialized committees covering compliance, underwriting, technology, and diversity initiatives. These groups provide mortgage professionals with platforms to shape industry standards, share expertise, and develop leadership skills through collaborative problem-solving and policy development activities.
People
Denise Derosier
Executive Director
Denise leads the association's strategic initiatives with over 20 years of mortgage industry experience. She oversees member services, event coordination, and advocacy efforts while maintaining key industry partnerships across Connecticut.
Patricia Brainard
Membership Director
Patricia manages membership development and retention, bringing extensive experience in mortgage industry relations. She facilitates new member onboarding and maintains the association's professional network of lenders and service providers.
Julie Baril
President, Young Mortgage Professionals
Julie serves as Vice President of Quality Control at SWBC Mortgage with 20+ years in mortgage operations. She leads initiatives to engage emerging professionals and chairs Connecticut's Underwriting Committee for mortgage standards development.
John Francis
Treasurer, Young Mortgage Professionals
John brings 16 years of secondary market expertise to his leadership role. As Newtown Savings Bank's VP of Secondary Markets, he focuses on risk management and community lending initiatives while guiding financial operations for the association's young professionals group.
Kelly Turner
Secretary, Young Mortgage Professionals
Kelly combines her experience as a loan officer with leadership in professional development. As social media specialist for YMP, she connects emerging professionals while maintaining active roles in local education initiatives and industry recognition programs.
Questions
What types of businesses can join CMBA?
Membership is open to all mortgage industry participants including banks, credit unions, lenders, attorneys, title companies, and service providers operating in Connecticut.
Does CMBA offer continuing education credits?
Yes, we provide NMLS-approved continuing education courses covering compliance, lending practices, and regulatory updates for mortgage professionals.
What events does CMBA organize annually?
Our major events include the Northeast Mortgage Summit, Annual Holiday Party, Legislative Update Forum, and specialized networking mixers throughout the year.
How does CMBA support affordable housing?
We facilitate affordable lending through education programs, industry partnerships, and annual awards recognizing outstanding contributions to Connecticut's affordable housing initiatives.
Are there leadership opportunities for young professionals?
Yes, our Young Mortgage Professionals program offers mentorship, leadership training, and networking events to develop future industry leaders.
