Gene M. Lugat

With more than 40 years of experience, Gene Lugat is a respected leader and advocate in the mortgage industry. As Executive Vice President of Government Relations at PrimeLending, he drives the company’s national advocacy efforts and represents the industry’s interests at the highest levels. Gene’s influence extends across the industry. He currently serves as a member of Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) 2026 Board of Directors, having previously held positions as Chairman of the MBA Residential Board of Governors, an MBA Executive Board Member, Chair of the MBA’s Mortgage Action Alliance Committee, and President of the Maryland Mortgage Bankers Association. Since joining PrimeLending in 2009, he has held multiple executive roles, including EVP of the Eastern Division, overseeing production across 28 states. Recognized as a HousingWire Vanguard in 2022 and “Maryland Mortgage Banker of the Year” in 2006, Gene is also a graduate of Shepherd University and a member of its Athletic Hall of Fame.