Nations Lending opens new Orlando branch

Company hires seasoned branch manager to lead growth

Nations Lending opens new Orlando branch

Seasoned mortgage professional Jennifer Smith (pictured) has joined Nations Lending’s new Orlando, Fla. branch as branch manager.

Smith, who brings 14 years of industry experience, will oversee the new branch, which will service the Orlando market as well as the broader Florida region.

“Throughout her 14-year career, she has consistently performed at the highest level, receiving Top Performers status, and now is expanding Nations Lending’s footprint in the Florida area,” the company said in its release.

Commenting on the appointment, Corey Caster, executive vice president of national production at Nations Lending, said: “Jennifer and her team are a great cultural fit, and we are excited to have her as we continue to focus on building in the southeast.”

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Smith joined Nations from American Pacific Mortgage, where she served as branch manager. Before that, Smith held similar roles at American Financial Network and RH Funding.

“I am looking forward to growing my business with Nations Lending and leveraging their resources and platform,” Smith said. “My goal is to become a leading provider in my industry, and with the support of Nations, I am confident I can achieve that level of success.”

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