CampusMBA Welcomes Four New ertified Mortgage Technologist (CMT) Designees to Its Ranks

CampusMBA, the award-winning education division of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), today announced that four information technology professionals have earned the prestigious Certified Mortgage Technologist (CMT) designation over the past year. The announcement was made during MBA's annual National Technology in Mortgage Banking Conference in Dallas, TX.

'These four distinguished professionals have demonstrated their comprehensive knowledge of information technology- they are no doubt mortgage technology experts and the CMT validates that fact,' said John Golden, MBA's Senior Vice President of Education. 'It's paramount that companies continue to support the education efforts of industry professionals, like those of industry technologists, even during challenging times. It's programs like the CMT that truly benefit the broader mortgage banking industry, not just those who hold the designation.'

The CMT designation is presented to information technology professionals, including managers and executives, in recognition of their industry experience, professional education, and their knowledge of the unique technological needs of the real estate finance industry.

To be eligible for designation consideration, candidates must meet rigorous standards. They must have a minimum of two years industry experience, have a technology background, and be in a technology leadership position within the residential or commercial real estate finance industry. They must also acquire 75 points in the areas of industry experience, education, and participation.

After meeting the point requirements, candidates then submit a thesis on a specific initiative, implementation, or conversion in which they actively participated, and then must pass a two part oral presentation/exam conducted by a panel of industry experts. Designees must also meet continuing education requirements every two years to remain in 'active' status.

CampusMBA recognizes the following CMT designees who have demonstrated their superior knowledge of the mortgage technology field along with the highest degree of professionalism and dedication to the industry:

Mark Damon, CMT, Senior Project Specialist, AIG United Guaranty
Arsen Ovanessoff, CMT, AMP, Chief Information Officer, WLT Capital Corporation
David Walton, CMT, Chief Technology Officer, Fiserv Lending Solutions
David Zugheri, CMB, CMT, President, First Houston Mortgage, Ltd.

To learn more or enroll in the Certified Mortgage Technologist designation program, visit www.campusmba.org or call (800) 348-8653. If you are a member of the media, please contact Aleis Stokes at (202) 557-2741.