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MLO Success Stories

Sunflower Bank takes pride in our Mortgage Loan Originators, dedicating ourselves to their success and growth in the mortgage industry. Our team comprises of hardworking sales employees who consistently push their limits and show continuous growth. Here are a few stories spotlighting those remarkable individuals and their achievements.

  • Mickey Perry: Finding a Career He Never Expected

    Mickey Perry never planned to work in mortgage lending, but after 17 years at Frito-Lay, he was encouraged by a friend to join Sunflower Bank in 2020 and embraced the career change. He quickly learned the business during the homebuying boom, relying on a supportive team while building strong relationships with borrowers and referral partners. Nearly seven years later, Mickey has funded nearly $200 million in loans, earned multiple sales awards, and credits his success to hard work, persistence, and the support of his team.

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  • Andy Byrd: Finding Success at a Bank Aligned with His Goals

    After joining Sunflower Bank in February 2026, mortgage industry veteran Andy Byrd found a company that aligned with his goals through its strong culture, broad lending products, advanced technology, and in-house underwriting team. In just five months, he became a top-performing lender, crediting the Bank’s tools, teamwork, and efficient processes for helping him better serve clients and grow his business.

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  • JR Younathan: Building a Personal Brand with Sunflower Bank

    JR Younathan joined Sunflower Bank in February 2026 after more than 27 years in the mortgage industry, seeking a company that aligned with his values, supported his personal brand, and offered opportunities for leadership growth in Southern California.

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  • Jeannie Smith: Delivering an Exceptional Client Experience with Sunflower Bank

    Jeannie Smith has built her career on the power of relationships and exceptional client experiences. With control of the mortgage loan process, accessible and solutions-focused leadership, a smart and collaborative team, and the reputation of Sunflower Bank behind her, she appreciates that she can focus on building relationships and structuring client strategies, all while knowing her team is there to support her.

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  • Mike Jackson: Career Growth Through a Leadership Role

    Mike Jackson, a Mortgage Area Manager with 25+ years of experience, joined Sunflower Bank to grow as a leader and expand his impact across markets. He credits the bank’s supportive culture, accessible leadership, and collaborative teamwork for driving success. Mike also highlights Sunflower Bank’s commitment to servicing most of its loans, which strengthens long-term client relationships. Most of all, he finds fulfillment in helping colleagues succeed and grow in their careers.

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  • Dean Wegner: Thriving in a Culture Built to Win

    Dean Wegner built his career in mortgage lending by combining strong sales skills with a passion for helping people, ultimately finding the transparent, supportive culture he sought at Sunflower Bank. He thrives in an environment where teams share accountability, move quickly, and leverage a powerful mix of innovative products and technology. Dean attributes his success to the Bank’s robust support system - including leadership, operations, and marketing - which empowers MLOs to deliver exceptional client experiences.

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  • Matt Penny: Growing a Mortgage Career at Sunflower Bank

    Matt Penny credits good fortune, hard work, and the support of Sunflower Bank for his fast-rising mortgage lending career.

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  • The Munoz Team: Cultivating Careers Through Collaboration and Leadership

    For Christine and Lisa Munoz, success has always been about teamwork and career growth. Based in Santa Fe, NM, the sisters work together as The Munoz Team. Christine serves as Mortgage Branch Manager, while Lisa is a key Mortgage Loan Originator on her team. Together, they co-market and provide reliable back-up when realtors, title companies, and other partners need immediate support, while each manages their own pipeline.

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  • STRATMOR Group Recognizes 140 MortgageCX Award Winners from Sunflower Bank

    We’re proud to recognize more than 140 Mortgage Loan Originators, Sales Managers, and Loan Processors as 2025 STRATMOR Group MortgageCX Award winners. These individuals were selected based on direct borrower feedback and satisfaction ratings collected through a follow‑up survey sent to every customer after loan completion.

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