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80+ Years Combined Experience

Leadership

An Executive Leadership Team and Board with a proven track record — united to close the homeownership gap.

BMPA Leadership Board
Executive Leadership Team

The ELT.

Jennifer Gormer

Jennifer Gormer

Founder & CEO
Jennifer@blackmortgageprofessionalalliance.net

A nationally recognized mortgage executive, industry advocate, and Founder of BMPA. With 20+ years of experience and over $7B in mortgage transactions since 2004, she is a leading voice in advancing equitable access to homeownership and driving accountability across the mortgage industry.

As Chairwoman of the BAC's Black Homeownership Council, she leads national initiatives focused on closing the homeownership gap, improving loan approval outcomes, and addressing inequities in lending practices. She partners with lenders, brokers, and policymakers to create real, scalable solutions for underserved communities.

She is also CEO and Mortgage Broker of Integrity Home Lending and a former executive/consultant with JPMorgan Chase, Mr. Cooper, and Capital One, having trained over 2,000 mortgage professionals nationwide. A dynamic keynote speaker and 3x Bestselling Author, she has been featured on national stages including UWM Live 2024.

Awards & Recognition

  • 2026 EliteX Prominent Women Leaders in Mortgage Industry
  • 2025 Featured Speaker, Advocacy in Action (AIA), Broker Action Coalition
  • 2025 MPA Elite Woman in Mortgage — Industry Influence
  • 2025 Best of Business Rate — Mortgage Broker (NE Dallas)
  • 2024 National MPA Elite Woman in Mortgage
  • UWM Pro Elite Best of the Best Broker (2023–2025)
  • AIME Spark Awardee — Minority Woman Broker (2023)
  • UWM Digital Dominator (2023–2024)
Lamont Harris Jr.

Lamont Harris Jr.

Chief Growth Officer
Lamont@blackmortgageprofessionalalliance.net

President and CEO of Harris Capital Mortgage Group, Lamont is a distinguished mortgage executive with 19+ years of experience in real estate and lending. Under his leadership, Harris Capital has driven over $1.4 billion in sales.

He began his career in 2005 as a Loan Officer at Apex Financial, quickly earning recognition for his client-first approach. Raised in a military household, he lives by a philosophy of 'Servitude first.' A leader in mortgage innovation, Lamont is dedicated to expanding access to homeownership, mentoring the next generation, and closing the racial wealth gap.

Major Singleton

Major Singleton

Chief Veteran Administration & Internship Chair
Major@blackmortgageprofessionalalliance.net

Owner of Major Money Matters, Major is a Navy Veteran with 23 years of service and a top-performing mortgage leader. His company generates over $500 million in annual sales, placing him in the top 1% of originators nationwide.

A recognized expert in leadership and financial education, he is committed to expanding minority homeownership and veteran advocacy. As a board member of the Broker Action Coalition, he advances fair lending and financial literacy. He earned the 2024 National Mortgage Broker of the Year title from AIME.

Corey Singleton

Corey Singleton

Chief Equity & Ethics Officer
Corey@blackmortgageprofessionalalliance.net

President and CEO of Inspire Mortgage, Corey is a seasoned professional with 20+ years in mortgage lending and real estate investment. Known as 'The Money Man,' he specializes in bridging investors and institutional capital with creative financing solutions.

Since becoming an originator in 2004, Corey has built a reputation for seamless, client-focused mortgage experiences. He is dedicated to mentoring future professionals and advocating for equitable lending practices.

Kelvin Oliver

Kelvin Oliver

Chief Higher ED & HBCU Engagement Officer
Kelvin@blackmortgageprofessionalalliance.net

A seasoned mortgage professional and business owner with over two decades of experience, Kelvin serves as President and Owner of KORE Mortgage LLC.

Beyond lending, he is deeply committed to education and professional development, particularly for students exploring careers in real estate, finance, and housing. As BMPA's Chief Higher Education & HBCU Partnerships Officer, Kelvin strengthens relationships with higher-education institutions and expands awareness of mortgage careers among the next generation.

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Chief Advocacy Officer

To Be Appointed
admin@blackmortgageprofessionalalliance.net

This seat is reserved for a leader ready to advance BMPA's advocacy mission. Interested in serving? Reach out to our team.

The BMPA Board

Advisors shaping the future of the industry.

Attorney Don Harris

Attorney Don Harris

Board Member · Consumer Credit & Public Benefit

Don F. Harris, Esq. is a Sacramento-based attorney and social entrepreneur specializing in nonprofit, public benefit, and religious corporation law, advising social entrepreneurs on formation, governance, and strategic planning.

A licensed California attorney for nearly 30 years, he was founder and first Chairman/CEO of the Nehemiah Corporation of America, recognized as one of the '25 Most Influential People in Real Estate' by REALTOR Magazine (2003) and named a leading 'Social Entrepreneur' by Fast Company. He was also part of Oprah Winfrey's Angel Network.

Rogelio Goertzen II

Rogelio Goertzen II

Board Member · Hispanic Homeownership & HOME Liaison

A recognized mortgage industry leader and founder of the Hispanic Organization of Mortgage Experts (HOME), a nonprofit focused on making homeownership more accessible for Hispanic and other minority buyers. His work emphasizes education, community engagement, and breaking down barriers to wealth-building through homeownership.

Tanya Blanchard

Tanya Blanchard

Board Member · New MLO Education

A mortgage broker and industry educator with over 20 years of experience, Tanya is the founder of Madison Chase Academy, where she coaches new and aspiring loan officers toward sustainable six-figure careers.

Her signature program, Six Months to Six Figures, is approved by the Georgia Department of Labor as a registered apprenticeship. She also founded Madison Chase Capital Advisors, a boutique Georgia brokerage.

April Brock

April Brock

Board Member · Veteran Homeownership

A mortgage professional with Edge Home Finance, April brings extensive experience in residential lending. She is dedicated to helping veterans and their families navigate the homeownership journey with clarity, confidence, and personalized support.

Jay Rodriguez

Jay Rodriguez

Board Member · Hispanic Homeownership Focus

A mortgage broker and industry leader engaged in advancing homeownership access for underserved communities. Through his work with organizations like the Brokers Action Coalition, Jay supports financial literacy, coaching, and community-centric homebuying resources.

Cranston Sparks

Cranston Sparks

Board Member · Financial Planning & Wealth Strategy

A seasoned financial planner dedicated to helping individuals, families, and business owners build, protect, and preserve long-term wealth. On the BMPA Advisory Board, Cranston provides insight on financial wellness and the connection between sustainable homeownership and generational wealth.

Johnathon McDaniel

Johnathon McDaniel

Board Member · Lender Partner (UWM)

A seasoned mortgage professional affiliated with United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), the largest wholesale lender in the U.S. Johnathon brings extensive experience guiding borrowers through loan options and delivering tailored lending solutions, adding valuable lender insight to the Board.

LaDonna Lockard

LaDonna Lockard

Board Member · Educator & Housing Advocate

A respected mortgage industry leader, educator, and advocate dedicated to elevating professionals across the housing ecosystem. As CEO and a champion for industry excellence, she empowers professionals with knowledge, resources, and relationships. On the BMPA Advisory Board, LaDonna guides professional development and initiatives that expand equitable access to homeownership.

New Initiatives

Two new ways to lead with BMPA.

Serve With Us

Join the BMPA Board.

As a board member, you'll support the Executive Leadership Team, strengthen our focus on closing the homeownership gap, and share your expertise to advise future initiatives for maximum impact.

Become a State/Regional Leader.

Help grow BMPA by hosting regional town halls, organizing local networking events, advocating for fair lending, and mentoring the next generation — while representing industry concerns at the national level.

Key Responsibilities
  • ✔ Expand membership & engagement
  • ✔ Host regional events & networking opportunities
  • ✔ Lead advocacy & community initiatives
  • ✔ Mentor and support mortgage professionals
  • ✔ Bridge regional concerns to national leadership