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Nov. 18, 2025

Episode Thirty-Seven: Leading with Perspective with Joel Horn on Innovation & Industry Growth

In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles welcomes Joel Horn, Founder of Horn Funding, to talk about perspective, passion, and the future of mortgage lending. Joel shares how stepping into the "ivory...
Nov. 18, 2025

Episode Thirty-Seven: Leading with Perspective with Joel Horn on Innovation & Industry Growth

In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles welcomes Joel Horn, Founder of Horn Funding, to talk about perspective, passion, and the future of mortgage lending. Joel shares how stepping into the "ivory tower" mindset—looking at your business from above—can transform the way…
Nov. 6, 2025

The Shift: How to Confidently Transition from Broker to Non-Delegated Correspondent

Recorded Live Webinar – Now Available On Demand! Are you considering making the move from broker to Non-Delegated Correspondent lender? You're not alone—and you're in the right place. In this powerful follow-up to "The Shift: Moving from Broker to Non-Delegated with Confidence," our expert panel …
Nov. 4, 2025

Episode Thirty-Six: The Future of Lending Tech with Aleyna Groves

In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Aleyna Groves, COO of Groves Capital, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming mortgage lending—and why forward-thinking origina...
Nov. 4, 2025

Episode Thirty-Six: The Future of Lending Tech with Aleyna Groves

In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Aleyna Groves, COO of Groves Capital, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming mortgage lending—and why forward-thinking originators can't afford to ignore it. Aleyna brings deep industry insight and a…
Oct. 28, 2025

Episode Thirty-Five: Why Now Is the Time to Make the Move with Ross Miller

In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Ross Miller, Owner of Miller Home Mortgage, to talk about what it really takes to transition from broker to banker—and why now may be the best time to take that step. Ross brings years of experience and a passion fo…

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.