Honoring Our Heroes

AnnieMac Home Mortgage values, appreciates, and honors our veterans not just this month but every day. We are a company that thrives on the connections we make with people and the communities in which we serve. We thank our veterans for making the ultimate sacrifice for our country and are so grateful to get to work with some of these incredible American heroes every single day.

At AnnieMac, we recognize how important our veterans are to this country and make sure we do all we can to praise them and give back to their communities. During our annual "Fetch the Ball" golf tournament, we raise money for Freedom Service Dogs (FSD) of America, who help fund service dogs for military veterans suffering from PTSD and various physical and mental disabilities. We are proud to partner with FSD to make the lives of deserving veterans better through the use of a service dog.

AnnieMac also participates in the DOD Skillbridge Program, which is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable work experience through specific industry training. We are so honored to participate in this program and are grateful to have such amazing service members on our team.

The AnnieMac family thanks our current and retired United States military members for their service. You have protected our freedom, and we are so thankful for you.

Here is a list of some of the amazing veterans who work for AnnieMac and any information they were willing to share with us.

Company Veterans

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Joel Allen

Joel Allen 13 Years Served in the Military

 

Transitioning from the military to a career as a mortgage loan originator has allowed me to continue serving Americans and strengthening our communities through the American dream of home ownership.

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Ed Brown

Ed Brown 4 Years Served in the Air Force

 

I served in the Air Force with the 5th Combat Communications Group at Robins Air Force Base in Georgia. I enjoy working with Veterans and their families as my way to give back to them for their service, by guiding them through the mortgage process and helping them attain their goals of home ownership.

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Abi Valle

Abi Valle 4 Years Served in the Air Force

 

I joined the Air Force in Jan 2019 and graduated boot camp as an honor graduate. From there, I headed to Ft. Leonard Wood Missouri to enter my career field training as an Emergency Manager. During my time at Ft. Leonard Wood, I attended the U.S. Army CBRN School and obtained my hazmat training and certifications. From there, I was moved to serve at Seymour Johnson AFB in North Carolina. There, I helped protect the installation from natural disasters and trained thousands of troops on how to survive and operate in a (CBRN) Chemical, Biological, Radiological & Nuclear environment. Additionally, I got the opportunity to train and work with local first responders & civilian emergency responders, building relationships, and expanding training for all emergency response agencies.

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Tammy Cicogna

Tammy Cicogna 4 Years Served in the Navy

 

I was in the Navy in the late 80’s. I joined when I got out of high school and ended up getting married to another military person. I left the Navy when I was pregnant with my 2nd child. I got involved in the mortgage industry a few years later and have been doing mortgages ever since.

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Daniel Pimentel

Daniel Pimentel 3 Years Served in the Navy

 

Danny is a 3 year veteran of the U.S. Navy and is proud to help those veterans and active duty families that are currently serving. It is an honor & privilege to remember those military members & their families making the sacrifices to defend our freedom!

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Kent Blackburn

Kent Blackburn 28 Years Served in the Navy and Army

 

Kent served 4 years active Navy and 24 years active Army Reserve and has been in the mortgage business for 21 years

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Larry Ahner

Larry Ahner 12 Years Served in the Army

 

Larry lives by this quote: Freedom is not free. - Ronald Reagan

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Josh Longenecker

Josh Longenecker 10 Years Served in the Air Force

 

I am an active-duty Pararescueman in the Air Force, finishing up 10 years of service. I’m a member of the SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society and soon will be finishing the MBA program at the University of Denver Daniels College of Business.

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Nick Holmes

Nick Holmes 11 Years Served in the Marine Corps

 

I enlisted in 2011 and was eventually commissioned as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. After four deployments and 11 years in uniform, I decided to pursue a career as a Mortgage Loan Originator. This new career path allowed me to help others purchase their dream homes all while having time to spend with my family.

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Jason Procaccino

Jason Procaccino 20 Years Served in the Air Force

 

Jason Proc Procaccino served 20 Years and 6 Months in the United States Air Force. Proc was the lead architect in building AnnieMac’s Skillbridge Program alongside our very own John Gagis from the Fairfield Branch. Together, they have created an opportunity for all service members to pursue a career with AnnieMac. Proc’s plan is to become a licensed loan originator for Tennessee and Florida and continue to lead our Skillbridge Program into the future.

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Tyler Huston

Tyler Huston 6 Years Served in the Coast Guard

 

Tyler was in the United States Coast Guard where he served as an Avionics Electrical Technician for 5 years.

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Nick Abramow

Nick Abramow 22 Years Served in the Air Force

 

Senior Master Sergeant Abramow enlisted in the Air Force out of Buffalo, NY, on August 9, 2000, after graduating from Tonawanda High School and has since served in a variety of assignments over his military career. He began as a Medical Service Technician at Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, CA, before moving on to his next assignment at the 90th Aeromedical Squadron in Ramstein, Germany. After returning to Travis AFB, Sergeant Abramow applied for a special duty assignment to become an Enlisted Accessions recruiter. He then served as an Enlisted Accessions recruiter in San Diego, CA, and as a Health Professions recruiter in Aurora, CO, before moving on to several other posts roles throughout the United States.

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Don Hachmeister

Don Hachmeister 2 Years Served in the Army

 

I was in for 2 years during the Vietnam War and stationed in Nuremberg, Germany. My role was in the Military Police, working in a correctional facility, first as a guard and eventually as a counselor to the inmates. I lived off base in Stadeln, a suburb of Nuremberg with my wife. We spent our free time visiting castles, WWII sites, skiing, and attending festivals. It was an honor to serve.

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Ronald Anthony

Ronald Anthony 2 Years Served in the Army

 

I was in the Army from Oct 1967 – Oct. 1969 (drafted), which included one year in Vietnam (10/68-10/69). Worked in Finance – 1st Division (basically military payroll). I was assigned to the Engineers. The hardest part of my job was closing out the files each month for the fellows that were killed. Not exactly an upbeat memory, but one that I will never forget.

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William Bill Lowden

William Bill Lowden 4 Years Served in the Navy

 

My family will always be eternally grateful for the sacrifice of the veterans and their families as they serve to keep us safe.

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Tanja Mayfield

Tanja Mayfield 4 Years Served in the Army

 

Tanja started her career in the mortgage industry in 1998. As a military veteran, many of her clients are active and retired military, first-time home buyers, and new college graduates. Tanja is known by borrowers for providing trustworthy lending. She says, "From origination to closing, from the beginning to the end, I am there with my clients. To serve my clients with excellence is to work above every expectation the mind can think of!"

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Frank Bishop Chappell

Frank Bishop Chappell 10 Years Served in the Coast Guard

 

I originally joined the Coast Guard to gain perspective and direction in my younger years while also getting money for college. My 8 years in the service provided that direction as well as amazing experiences and created life long friendships. I got into the mortgage industry to have unlimited potential and to gain a specific skill set that not most people have. I also thoroughly enjoy helping people while they navigate some of life's biggest financial decisions.

Wall Of Thanks:

  • Graham Brinkert Marketing Director

    Thank you for protecting the citizens and values of our great nation. We are all grateful.

  • Rachel Robole Mortgage Loan Originator II

    The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our forever lasting gratitude.

  • Devon Vest Disclosure Desk Team Lead

    Thank you for your service and your bravery and sacrifice.

  • Tula Willis Senior Bond Specialist

    Thank you for protecting our freedom by serving our country. May God bless you and your family.

  • Daphne Matteson Processor

    Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for the sacrifice and service that you have made for us all. I appreciate each and every one of you!

  • Nona Gemmer Processing Team Lead

    As a military mom that lost her son-in-law on active duty, I would like to thank and send my undying gratitude to each and every one of you for all that you do to keep us safe and your immeasurable sacrifice!

  • Stephanie Hurt Loan Partner I

    Veterans and families, thank you for your service and continued sacrifice!

  • Mike McDermott Mortgage Loan Originator

    As an American, we owe absolute and unfettered gratitude to our military personnel for their commitment, sacrifices, and protection of our great country, and even those fleeing oppression and defending basic human rights. God bless America and our military

  • Justin Richardson Mortgage Loan Originator

    Words cannot suffice to thank you for your commitment to our country and your fellow man. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your sacrifice and your unwavering devotion! May God bless you!

  • Ernie Chandler Branch Manager

    Thank you for your service to our beautiful country! Your sacrifice means so much to millions of Americans across the country!

  • Tricia Yanaga Underwriter I

    Thank you for being brave to protect our freedom! You are superheroes in my book!

  • Carolyn LaRoss Mortgage Loan Originator

    Most folks take their freedom for granted. Being a military brat, I can honestly appreciate your sacrifice and that of your family’s. To each of you, my heartfelt thanks.

  • Jeanette Broome Senior Compliance Analyst

    Thank you for your bravery, sacrifice, and strength that gave and continues to give each and every American our Unalienable Rights and all the freedoms that we have today.

  • Paul Gautier Mortgage Loan Originator

    Thank you for the sacrifices you made to protect our families and freedom!

  • Dontrell Churchill Mortgage Loan Originator

    Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice through serving our country!

  • Kathleen Wilson Loan Partner II

    Thank you for your service and immeasurable sacrifice!

  • Hedda Serafini Mortgage Loan Originator

    Your unbelievable sacrifice does not go unnoticed, and for that, we THANK YOU!

  • Brenda Ferm Loan Partner II

    Our country would not be what it is without your sacrifice and service. Thank you so much! You are appreciated!

  • John Gagis National Director of Military Skillbridge Program

    I have 2 sons who are actively serving in our military. Shout out to them, their families, and all veterans.

  • Jeff Shealey Sales Manager

    Because of your selfless act of putting our country first, my family and friends are able to live the life we have. Thank you for your service!

  • Lynn Mavracic Quality Control Auditor III

    Thank you for your service to our country!

  • Brian Jones Mortgage Loan Originator

    Thank you to all the veterans who made the most honorable sacrifice to keep our country free!

  • Bryan Hooper Mortgage Loan Originator

    As mortgage professionals, we take great pride in getting the opportunity to serve those who selflessly serve our country. We thank you deeply for your service to our country!

  • Thomas Bickett Sales Manager

    Veterans are the backbone of what it means to be an American, and I thank them all for their service.

  • Nancy Tidwell Post Closing Suspense Coordinator

    Thank you for all you have done and continue to do to ensure our freedom. God Bless you!

  • Ileana Parkinson Post Closing Manager

    Thank you for your service and selflessness protecting our freedom.

  • Jessica Firmiano Mortgage Loan Originator

    My family thanks you for your service and immeasurable sacrifice! God Bless.

  • Mike Guild Sales Manager

    Thank you for your service. Your dedication, hard work, and sacrifice is the difference that makes this the greatest nation to be a part of!

  • Rio Herbik Web Marketing Manager

    As a military daughter and granddaughter, I'm incredibly proud of our service members and the sacrifices they make (along with their family members). We love and appreciate you all so much! Thank you is never enough.

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Serving Communities and Giving Back

We believe in serving the community on a microlevel whenever we make long-term, stable homeownership possible. We also believe in serving on a national level, including our commitment to serve our veterans who answered the call to serve and protect our American freedoms. That’s why we support Freedom Service Dogs of America that helps match veterans with service dogs for free. We also encourage our branches to support local charities within their individual communities.

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Since the company’s founding, AnnieMac Home Mortgage has been about improving the lives of people in the communities we serve. Our new undertaking, providing service dogs for veterans of the U.S. armed forces through a partnership with Freedom Service Dogs of America, is a continuation of that tradition.

Freedom Service Dogs is a nonprofit charitable organization based in Denver, Colorado, that unleashes the potential of dogs by transforming them into custom-trained, life-changing assistance dogs for people facing physical, mental or psychological challenges who would benefit from an animal to assist them. In doing so, they help both people and animals through a variety of programs.

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