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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.

  • Alan Schrum: Finding Success at Sunflower Bank After Years of Business Ownership

    Alan Schrum, a mortgage industry veteran with over 30 years of experience, has dedicated his career to helping people achieve their dreams of homeownership. For much of his professional life, Alan ran his own businesses. He’s owned and sold three mortgage companies over the years. In 2023, he felt ready for a change. While life as a small business owner offered many rewards, Alan found himself bogged down by tasks he didn’t enjoy, rather than thriving in the work he loved most.

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  • Steve Howard: Finding the Right Fit at Sunflower Bank

    After more than 30 years in the mortgage industry, Steve Howard, Regional Sales Manager in Phoenix, found his home at Sunflower Bank. With his strong work ethic and love of helping people, he’s built a high-performing team filled with passionate individuals, earned President’s Club honors seven years in a row, and hit major career milestones, all while chasing even bigger goals ahead.

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  • Tamra Carrell: Finding Renewed Passion and Success with the Right Team

    Tamra Carrell, a veteran mortgage loan originator (MLO) and mortgage sales manager, knows firsthand the impact of working for a mortgage lender that supports, empowers and inspires you. With more than two decades in the industry, she’s worked for her fair share of lenders and feels one thing’s for certain... Sunflower Bank’s mortgage lending division stands above the rest for its culture, leadership and operations.

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