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the story of
CHAMPIONS

Founded in 2021 as a Community Development Financial Institution, Champions Funding LLC is a nationwide wholesale lender that provides non-traditional access to mortgage financing.  With unique Non-QM loan programs, Champions Funding LLC empowers Broker Partners to fulfill the dreams of their diverse homeowners as well as realize the mission of serving underserved communities.

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our mission
TO SERVE

We live to serve the underserved. Our mission-based and community-directive aims to provide options for borrowers that aren’t possible with agency programs.

our
CORE VALUES

Service of Champions

Champions think Yes before NO. We act as catalyst in solving complicated challenges with simplified solutions.

Inspiring
Champions

As Champions, we listen to understand versus listening to respond. We strive for a better way through learning from the team and embracing new ideas.

Integrity of Champions

Champs "Do the right thing. Period." We are committed to honesty, trust, and full transparency within our internal and external team members, as well as our community.

MEET THE CHAMPS

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Natalie Verrette
PRESIDENT & COO
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Rob Bernabe
CFO
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Maria Coh-Prospero
EVP OF PEOPLE
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Christy Mindell
EVP OF MARKETING
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Liz Lisk
EVP OF OPERATIONS
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Annette Arevalo
SVP OF OPERATIONS

MEET THE FOUNDERS

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Evan M. Stone
CEO & CO-FOUNDER
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Patty Arvielo
CHAIRWOMAN OF THE BOARD & CO-FOUNDER

MEET THE CDFI ADVISORY BOARD

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Marisa Calderon
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NCRC COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND, INC & CHIEF OF COMMUNITY FINANCE & MOBILITY, NATIONAL COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT COALITION
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Sean Salas
CEO & CO-FOUNDER, CAMINO FINANCIAL
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Gabe del Rio
PRESIDENT & CEO, HOMEOWNERSHIP COUNCIL OF AMERICA
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Kenny Salas
COO & CO-FOUNDER, CAMINO FINANCIAL
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