MBA Promotes Laura Hopkins to Vice President of Member Relations

WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 18, 2021) - TThe Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) today announced that Laura Hopkins has been promoted to Vice President of Member Relations. In this role, Hopkins will lead all residential member recruitment and member relations efforts, as well as manage strategic partnerships with other organizations that bring additional value to MBA members.

"Laura has deep, meaningful relationships with MBA members, and her commitment to their needs and well-being is unmatched," said Peter Grace, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Member Services. "I can think of nobody better suited to fulfill this role."  

Hopkins will lead MBA's member relations team, where they will develop, strengthen and maintain relationships with senior executives at the association's top member companies to maximize the value of their MBA membership and engagement. Additionally, she will manage efforts on strengthening existing member offerings and develop new initiatives that address evolving needs of the real estate finance industry.  

Hopkins holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Florida State University.