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CrossCountry Mortgage Adds Military Loan Specialists Patton And Shari Gade

Dec 18, 2025
Patton Gade and Shari Gade

CrossCountry Mortgage has added the Victor Alpha Group — led by veteran originators Patton and Shari Gade — bringing more than 20 military-focused mortgage professionals to strengthen a commitment to serving servicemembers, veterans, and their families

CrossCountry Mortgage has added the Victor Alpha Group, led by husband-and-wife duo of Patton and Shari Gade, to the company, bringing their team of more than 20 mortgage professionals with military ties.

"This team exemplifies the values that define CrossCountry Mortgage," said Ron Leonhardt, founder and CEO of CrossCountry Mortgage. "Their leadership, dedication to military families, and focus on developing top veteran talent strengthen our mission and reinforce our commitment to the communities we serve."

The Victor Alpha Group is known for their dedication to serving active-duty servicemembers, veterans, and military families. Patton, one of the nation's top veteran originators and an eight-year U.S. Army veteran, and Shari, director of military lending growth and development for the branch, work together to drive strategy, development, and service excellence.

"We couldn't be more excited to wrap up 2025 with a strategic move to CCM. This transition reflects our commitment to aligning with a company that understands the Military community and has the products and tools to help us serve our borrowers," said Patton Gade, originating branch manager, Victor Alpha Group of CCM. "The solutions CCM offers provide us a stronger foundation to train, mentor, and build careers with purpose. As veterans serving veterans, we're able to connect on a deeper level because we've walked in their shoes."

Also joining CCM as part of the Victor Alpha Team are Peter Brock, sales manager, and Jennifer Finn, branch operations manager. Both come with years of mortgage and leadership experience. 

"CrossCountry Mortgage gives our team the resources we need to streamline the mortgage process, expand our impact, and continue our mission of taking care of Veterans and their families," said Shari Gade. "In addition to helping our borrowers, we're committed to empowering more military veterans to thrive as loan originators. Their integrity and discipline elevate this industry, and CCM's culture is built for their success."


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