About
Gloria is not just your run-of-the-mill mortgage professional. She is a dedicated wife, mom, proud grandma, and passionate community leader. Her journey in the mortgage industry has been enriched by her roles outside of work, shaping her into the well-rounded individual she is today. With over four decades of experience in the mortgage industry, Gloria has helped countless families achieve their dreams of homeownership. Her approach is deeply rooted in care and understanding, reflecting her values. Gloria understands that a home is not just a financial transaction; it's where memories are made, families grow, and dreams take flight.
Gloria is a caretaker and enjoys bringing joy to others. She has been married to her high school sweetheart for over 40 years. They have two beautiful children and three grandchildren who call her "Grandma G." Her mother-in-law was her inspiration. Gloria loves cooking, baking bread, writing poetry, playing guitar, and spending time with her family. She enjoys nature - camping, snowmobiling, boating, fishing, hiking, walking the beach, and bird watching.
Balancing the demands of a successful career with the joys of family life has taught Gloria the importance of time management, patience, and unwavering love. Her experiences have shaped her approach to mortgages and made her a better listener and advocate for her clients.
Being an active community member has always been close to Gloria's heart. As a community leader, she worked alongside local organizations to drive positive change and support initiatives that uplift those around us. From organizing charity events to participating in neighborhood clean-ups, she believes in giving back and making a lasting impact on the lives of those she serves, professionally and personally.
Professional Involvement
Work Experience
Movement Mortgage
(Formally New American Mortgage)
Oct. 2009 - Sept. 2011
Bank of America Home Loans
April 2007 - Oct. 2009
National Bank of Commerce
(Formally Republic Bank)
Jan. 1999 - April 2007
Western National Banks
Sept 1993 - Dec 1999
Wells Fargo (formally Norwest)
Feb 1980 - June 1993
Guaranteed Rate
Nov. 2021 - Oct. 2023
US Bank
Sept. 2011 - Nov. 2021
Summit Mortgage
Nov. 2023 - Present
Branch Manager of Mortgage Lending
Business development, staff leadership, and community outreach to bring the best lending options to customers in Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin. Providing financing opportunities for New Construction, Renovation, New Home Purchases, and Refinancing through a wide variety of programs: Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and Minnesota Housing. With many years of leadership experience, our team will help you navigate the process and offer a stress-free, smooth transaction.
Vice President of Mortgage Lending
Providing financing opportunities for New Construction, Renovation, New Home Purchases, and Refinancing through a wide variety of programs: Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and Minnesota Housing. With many years of experience, I have learned to navigate the process and offer a stress-free smooth transaction.
Mortgage Loan Operator
US Bank Home Mortgage is a division of US Bank. The stability of a strong parent company is very important to consumers, especially today. Specializied in: Mortgage purchases, refinances, new construction, remodeling loans, vacation homes, home equity loans, and lot loans.
Mortgage Loan Originator
Specialized in Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA and Construction financing products.
MLO Sales Manager
Specialized in Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and Construction financing productsCountrywide Home Loans and Bank of America Home Loans merged in July 2008. Customer Day One April 27, 2009. As a sales manager, I provide guidance to my loan originators and also originate myself, providing a wide variety of products and years of experience to my clients.
Loan Originator
Worked with clients to assist them with their mortgage needs to purchase, refinance, construct a new home, and major remodeling projects using Conventional, FHA VA, and USDA products.
Mortgage Loan Officer
Specialized in working with clients to assist them with their mortgage needs to purchase, refinance, construct a new home, and major remodeling projects using Conventional, FHA VA, and USDA products. Creating realtor and builder relationships for new mortgage centers.
Branch Opertations Supervision
Started as a teller learning the back operations, then moved into the finance department, working as a general ledger clerk for all banks. Was then promoted to senior accounting clerk, and worked on call reports. Joined Norwest Mortgage as a processer and closer before overseeing all mortgage operations as the branch operations supervisor for all of northern Minnesota.