Chairman's Conference
Sunday, June 7, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM	MBA Opens Doors Board Meeting (By Invitation Only)
Location: Cape Neddick Salon AB	
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM	MBA Opens Doors Foundation Wine Auction Preview
Location: Oceanview Terrace Foyer

Stop by the Registration desk to get an early look at the catalog of outstanding wines and experiences to be auctioned at Tuesday night’s event. Get a head start by registering your bidder number so you can take part in this fun and worthwhile event. You can also read more details about the event in the Auction section of the MBA Events App.
	
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Registration and Hospitality Room
Location: Oceanview Terrace Foyer

Drop by before dinner to pick up your badge, get event information, enjoy a snack or beverage and relax in our hospitality area. Sponsored by First American.
	
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	RESBOG Meeting (By Invitation Only)
Location: Cape Neddick Salon AB	
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Coastal Cocktails with MORPAC (Open to all conference attendees)
Location: Oceanview Terrace Salon

Join MORPAC for a coastal Maine cocktail to kick off the conference. Set against a beautiful outdoor backdrop, this evening brings together industry leaders and supporters to recognize and celebrate the impact our industry’s Political Action Committee (PAC) has in Washington. Enjoy live music, relaxed coastal ambiance, and light appetizers while mingling with colleagues and friends. It’s the perfect setting to shine a light on the value and influence our PAC delivers, made possible by the dedication and generosity of our donors. A special thank you to our sponsors, Absolute Home Mortgage, Planet, and Title Resources Guaranty Company. Come raise a glass, enjoy the atmosphere, and help us start the conference on a high note. Open to all conference attendees!
	
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Welcome Dinner: The Maine Event
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

Experience everything that makes summers on the Maine coast unforgettable. Enjoy salty air, cold drinks, lobster rolls, and crashing waves while gathering with old friends and new connections in a laid-back New England setting.
	
Monday, June 8, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM	Attendee and Guest Networking Breakfast
Location: Oceanview Terrace Salon

Kickstart your day with a bountiful breakfast and meaningful conversations with other attendees. Registered guests are welcome to enjoy breakfast with the group. Sponsored by Bradley
	
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM	MBA Opens Doors Foundation Wine Auction Preview
Location: Oceanview Terrace Foyer

Stop by the Registration desk to get an early look at the catalog of outstanding wines and experiences to be auctioned at Tuesday night’s event. Get a head start by registering your bidder number so you can take part in this fun and worthwhile event. You can also read more details about the event in the Auction section of the MBA Events App.
	
7:00 AM - 1:30 PM	Registration and Hospitality Room
Location: Oceanview Terrace Foyer

Drop by for event information and refreshments or use our open seating to catch up on work and meet with other attendees. Sponsored by First American.
	
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM	OPENING GENERAL SESSION: Chairman’s Welcome and Opening Remarks
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

MBA’s 2026 Chair Christine Chandler opens the conference with an update on key initiatives and CEO Bob Broeksmit offers additional insight on the DC landscape and MBA’s recent policy work.

Speakers
Robert D. Broeksmit, CMB, President & Chief Executive Officer, Mortgage Bankers Association
Christine Chandler, 2026 MBA Chair; Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Compliance Officer, M&T Realty Capital Corporation	
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM	GENERAL SESSION: The Next RenAIssance
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

In the age of Artificial Intelligence, everything is changing, from how we work to how we create. As the former Head of Go-To-Market for OpenAI, Zack Kass has been at the forefront of AI’s global transformation for over 15 years. He counters the conventional dystopian narrative of AI, sharing a positive vision that offers the potential for game-changing innovation, opportunity, and human potential. Leave with new insights on how technology will reshape your organizations, workforce, and your life for the better.

Speaker
Zack Kass, Global AI Advisor; Former Head of Go-To-Market at OpenAI	
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM	Refreshment Break
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

Sponsored by Funding Shield.
	
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	GENERAL SESSION: Economic Currents
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

MBA’s Chief Economist Mike Fratantoni provides perspective on the key forces directing the economy, such as global growth, the impact of tariffs, the jobs report, inflation, Fed rates, and more. Get a look at the big picture before breaking out for a deeper dive into single-family and commercial/multifamily discussions.

Speaker
Mike Fratantoni, Ph.D., Chief Economist, Senior Vice President, Research and Business Development, Mortgage Bankers Association	
10:40 AM - 11:15 AM	CREF TRACK: CRE Market Outlook
Location: Perkins Cove Salon

Join the industry’s leading CRE strategists to better understand the state of play in today’s CRE market.  Join the speakers in discussing what’s driving equity and debt investment decisions across property types, markets, vintages, and more.

Speakers
Mike Fratantoni, Ph.D., Chief Economist, Senior Vice President, Research and Business Development, Mortgage Bankers Association
Rich Hill, Senior Managing Director - Global Head of Real Estate Research & Strategy, Principal Asset Management	
10:40 AM - 11:15 AM	SINGLE-FAMILY TRACK: Setting the Industry Agenda
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

This closed-door discussion brings together former and current leaders of the Residential Board of Governors for a candid exchange of the issues shaping the residential mortgage industry. Share your perspectives on the market, political and regulatory landscape, and operational priorities to help identify where MBA’s advocacy, resources, and industry leadership can be most impactful.

Speakers
Shayna Arrington, 2026 MBA Vice Chair RESBOG; Chief Risk Officer, Servbank
David Battany, 2025 MBA Chair RESBOG; Executive Vice President, Capital Markets, Guild Mortgage Company
Daniel J. Sugg, CMB, 2026 MBA Chair RESBOG, Michigan First Mortgage	
11:20 AM - 12:00 PM	CREF TRACK: The Changing Architecture of CRE Finance
Location: Perkins Cove Salon

Private equity firms are buying insurance companies.  Insurance companies are birthing private credit funds, as are banks, intermediaries, GSE lenders, and more.   Commercial mortgage banking firms are increasingly offering a full suite of services to owners.  Join speakers in the throes of these changes for a robust conversation about the changing architecture of the CRE finance industry and what it means for how business will be conducted in coming years.

Speakers
Greg Michaud, Managing Director & Head of Real Estate Finance, Voya Investment Management
Jeffrey A. Weidell, CMB, Chief Executive Officer, Northmarq	
11:20 AM - 12:00 PM	SINGLE-FAMILY TRACK: Mortgage Market Forecast & Commentary
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

MBA’s Chief Economist Mike Fratantoni and a guest speaker discuss the impact of regulatory, political and economic activities from the lender and investor perspectives, and the likely impact on rates and the mortgage market.

Speakers
Mike Fratantoni, Ph.D., Chief Economist, Senior Vice President, Research and Business Development, Mortgage Bankers Association
Susan Stewart, 2021 MBA Chair & Chief Executive Officer, SWBC Mortgage	
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Attendee and Guest Networking Lunch
Location: Oceanview Terrace Salon

Enjoy a relaxed lunch and compare notes on the morning sessions. Sponsored by Williston Financial Group.
	
12:15 PM - 5:00 PM	Golf Tournament (Optional)
Location: Ledges Golf Club, York, Maine

Experience the rugged beauty of coastal Maine golf. Open to conference attendees and registered guests, this scramble offers casual connection and good-natured competition. Shuttle departs Cliff House at 12:15, with lunch and time at the driving range available on arrival. 1:00 Shotgun start for players.  $265 per person; club rentals $85. Sign up by emailing meetings@mba.org by May 27, including handicap. Pairings will be announced onsite prior to play.
	
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Local Excursion: Coastal Heritage Lighthouse Cruise (Optional)
Location: Shuttle to Dock

Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Maine coastline, taking in rugged cliffs, working harbors, and iconic lighthouses. Your captain will share local history and maritime stories along the way. You may also spot seabirds, lobster boats, and seals. Depart Cliff House at 1:30, Cruise 2:00 – 3:30, Explore on your own 3:30 – 4:45, Board shuttle to return to Cliff House at 4:45. Open to attendees and registered guests, $299 per person.
	
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Cocktails & Dinner: Postcards from Maine
Location: Cocktails - The Cove Lawn & Fire Pit; Dinner - The Cove Pool Deck

Join us for an evening that brings together everything people love about Maine in the summertime: a relaxed coast setting to enjoy fresh seafood, relaxed conversation, live music and a stunning sunset. It’s the kind of evening you wish you could put on a postcard. Sponsored by Polly.
	
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM	Attendee and Guest Networking Breakfast
Location: Oceanview Terrace Salon

Kickstart your day with a bountiful breakfast and meaningful conversations with other attendees. Guests are welcome to enjoy breakfast with the group. Sponsored by Bradley.
	
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM	MBA Opens Doors Foundation Wine Auction Preview
Location: Oceanview Terrace Foyer

Stop by the Registration desk to get an early look at the catalog of outstanding wines and experiences to be auctioned at Tuesday night’s event. Get a head start by registering your bidder number so you can take part in this fun and worthwhile event. You can also read more details about the event in the Auction section of the MBA Events App.
	
7:00 AM - 1:30 PM	Registration and Hospitality Room
Location: Oceanview Terrace Foyer

Drop by for event information and refreshments or use our open seating to catch up on work and meet with other attendees. Sponsored by First American.
	
8:00 AM - 9:15 AM	GENERAL SESSION: A Cross-Market Conversation
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

Join us for a discussion of trending topics at the intersection of single-family and CRE finance.

Speakers
Quentin Fogan, Managing Director, Head of CMBS Origination, Bank of America
Gene M. Lugat, Executive Vice President, PrimeLending
Jamie Woodwell, Senior Vice President of Commercial/Multifamily Policy and Strategic Industry Engagement, Mortgage Bankers Association	
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM	CREF TRACK: Table Stakes: AI, Data Security, and the CRE Finance Firm of 2030
Location: Perkins Cove Salon

Commercial real estate continues to be about relationships, but increasingly, those relationships need to be backed up by high-powered – and secure – technology.  Join industry experts in a conversation about where AI is already making a difference, how it is likely to alter staffing and other models, and what data security concerns and requirements mean for which firms will (and won’t) thrive.

Speakers
Damu Bashyam, Executive Vice President and Chief Information & Innovation Officer, Berkadia
Brad Mascho, Chief Digital Officer, BWE	
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM	SINGLE-FAMILY TRACK: Industry Insights from the GSEs
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

Speakers
Owen V. Lee, Esq., 2026 MBA Chair-Elect; Chief Executive Officer, Success Mortgage Partners, Inc.
Sonu Mittal, Executive Vice President and Head of Single-Family Acquisitions, Freddie Mac
Jake Williamson, Executive Vice President & Head of Single-Family, Fannie Mae	
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM	Refreshment Break
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

Sponsored by Funding Shield.
	
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	COMBOG Meeting (Open to all CMF attendees)
Location: Cape Neddick Salon A

All attendees affiliated with a company holding a commercial/multifamily membership are welcome to attend this meeting of the Commercial/Multifamily Board of Governors.
	
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM	SINGLE-FAMILY TRACK: High Tech, High Touch: The Future of the Mortgage Experience
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

Technology is transforming the mortgage process, but homeownership remains one of life’s most personal financial decisions. This session explores how lenders are harnessing AI and automation while preserving the human touch to balance efficiency, empathy, excellent service, and, ultimately, hospitality.

Speakers
Garth Graham, Senior Partner, STRATMOR Group
Neena Vlamis, CEO and Founder, A and N Mortgage Services Inc.
Mike Vough, Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Optimal Blue, LLC	
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Attendee and Guest Networking Lunch
Location: Oceanview Terrace Salon

Sponsored by Williston Financial Group.
	
12:15 PM - 5:30 PM	Golf Outing (Optional)
Location: Ledges Golf Club, York, Maine

Experience the breathtaking views of the Maine wilderness from the undulating greens of the Ledges Golf Club. Shuttle departs Cliff House at 12:15, with lunch and time on the driving range upon arrival. Open to attendees and registered guests, tee times available beginning at 1:00. $265 per person; club rentals $85. Sign up by emailing meetings@mba.org by May 27, including handicap. Pairings will be announced onsite prior to play.
	
1:15 PM - 5:15 PM	Local Excursion: The Art of the Cocktail (Optional)
Location: Shuttle to Wild Bevy Distillery

Experience a behind-the-scenes distillery tour followed by an interactive mixology class led by expert bartenders. Learn to craft seasonal cocktails using Wild Bevy's signature spirits in a relaxed, coastal setting. Depart Cliff House at 1:15, Tour and Mixology Class from 1:45 – 4:15, Board shuttle to return to Cliff House at 5:00. Open to attendees and registered guests, $299 per person.
	
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Cocktails and Dinner: Salt, Cellar and Sea
Location: Cocktails - Oceanview Terrace Salon; Dinner - Atlantic Ballroom

We invite you to an evening inspired by the salt of the Atlantic, the depth of storied wine cellars and the majesty of the New England coast where we transform the ballroom for a celebration of great food and even greater company. Sponsored by Digital Risk. The MBA Opens Doors Foundation wine auction follows the dinner.
	
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	MBA Opens Doors Foundation Annual Charity Wine Auction
Location: Atlantic Ballroom

Extend your evening with more fun, friends and fundraising! Take part in the MBA Opens Doors Foundation Annual Charity Wine Auction, which raises much needed funds for families with critically ill or injured children in need or mortgage and rental assistance while their child in in treatment. Bid on one-of-a-kind wines form the world’s best wine regions as well as exciting travel and entertainment experiences. Registration is free, but you’ll need to sign up to get your auction paddle for bidding and add your credit card for payment. Questions? Reach out to MBA Opens Doors president, Deb Dubois at ddubois@mba.org.
	
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM	Board of Directors Breakfast (By Invitation Only)
Location: Oceanview Terrace Salon	
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Board of Directors Meeting (By Invitation Only)
Location: Cape Neddick Salon AB