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April 22, 2025

Episode Twenty: Game-Changing Non-QM Strategy with Eric Lenarz with Champions Funding

In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Eric Lenarz, EVP of Correspondent Lending at Champions Funding, for an eye-opening conversation on the evolution of Non-QM lending and what it...
April 22, 2025

Episode Twenty: Game-Changing Non-QM Strategy with Eric Lenarz with Champions Funding

In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Eric Lenarz, EVP of Correspondent Lending at Champions Funding, for an eye-opening conversation on the evolution of Non-QM lending and what it really takes to build a fully integrated correspondent channel in today’s…
April 15, 2025

Episode Nineteen: Scaling Success with Gabe Hanby, with United Wholesale Mortgage

In this exciting new episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, sits down with Gabe Hanby, Senior Account Executive and Team Lead at United Wholesale Mortgage, to talk about growth, grit, and game-changing strategies for Non-Delegated Lender…
April 15, 2025

Episode Nineteen: Scaling Success with Gabe Hanby, with United Wholesale Mortgage

In this exciting new episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, sits down with Gabe Hanby, Senior Account Executive and Team Lead at United Wholesale Mortgage, to talk...
April 1, 2025

Episode Eighteen: Laura Brandao on Mastering Conference ROI, Non-Del Growth & Industry Headwinds

In this powerhouse episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with the unstoppable Laura Brandao, CEO of Lighthouse Advisors, to break down how to truly maximize your impact during conference season...
April 1, 2025

Episode Eighteen – Laura Brandao on Mastering Conference ROI, Non-Del Growth & Industry Headwinds

In this powerhouse episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with the unstoppable Laura Brandao, CEO of Lighthouse Advisors, to break down how to truly maximize your impact during conference season—and why most mortgage professionals are missing the mark. Laura brings h…

About the Host

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Matt Coles

National Sales Manager

Matt Coles is highly experienced in the mortgage lending industry, with over 15 years of dedicated service. Currently, he is the National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, Inc., leading a talented team of sales professionals. Together, they focus on creating innovative and tailored financing solutions to meet the diverse needs of their clients and partners. Beyond spearheading sales efforts, Matt is passionate about mentoring and developing his team—a commitment he cultivated in his previous role as the Regional Vice President of Sales at Plaza Home Mortgage. There, he significantly enhanced market share and revenue in two key markets across an 11-year span.

Matt is also a certified Leadership Trainer for Managers, a qualification he earned from Dale Carnegie Training. His enthusiasm for education and empowerment shines through on his online platform, #minutewithmatt, where he shares insightful content on mortgage lending and related areas. His goal is to motivate and support individuals in reaching their personal and professional goals in this dynamic industry.

In addition to his professional achievements, Matt serves as the host of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, engaging with a wide range of topics and further solidifying his position as a thought leader within the mortgage lending community. Matt's mission is clear: to inspire and facilitate success for others in the fulfilling world of mortgage lending.