By Mortgage Women Magazine

Women continue to be a powerful and transformative force in the mortgage industry — and the companies that recognize this are thriving. Across the country, more organizations are embracing inclusive cultures, expanding benefits, and creating environments where women can excel and lead.

This year, ten companies have been named Top Employers for Women in 2025. These organizations go beyond policy — they’re shaping culture. They’re empowering women with resources, mentorship, and leadership opportunities; ensuring diverse representation at every level; and fostering workplaces where everyone can succeed.

Some of these standout employers are guided by women leaders themselves. All share a common mission: to make the mortgage industry a place where women’s contributions are not only welcomed, but celebrated.

Mortgage Women Magazine applauds these ten trailblazing companies for their ongoing commitment to equity, empowerment, and progress. In the pages ahead, discover how they’re building pathways for women to rise, lead, and thrive in 2025 and beyond.

5th Street Capital, Inc.

Company President/CEO: Christian Salceda
5thstcap.com

How does your organization address and support work-life balance for women employees?

We believe true success includes balance. To support women, we offer flexible work options such as hybrid schedules, and remote opportunities to align with personal and family needs. Our family-friendly policies include parental leave, and prioritizing family commitments when scheduling key events. We foster a culture where managers respect boundaries and encourage wellness. With dedicated mental health resources and career pathways designed so women never have to choose between advancement and balance, we ensure our team thrives personally and professionally in every stage of life.

How does your company actively ensure women’s voices are heard and represented in decision-making?

At 5th Street Capital, we are intentional about ensuring women’s voices are represented at every level of decision-making. Women hold key leadership roles that shape strategy, operations, and culture, with their perspectives actively sought when setting goals. We recognize and highlight women’s expertise across departments, positioning them as subject-matter leaders in areas such as operations, marketing, and sales. Beyond formal roles, our culture emphasizes respect and inclusion, ensuring women’s contributions are valued and impactful. Through these efforts, women at 5th Street Capital are not only present but influential in guiding the company’s direction, vision, and long-term growth.

What is your vision for the future of women at your company and in the mortgage/banking industry as a whole?

Our vision is to continue creating an environment where women thrive, grow, and lead. We are focused on building strong leadership pathways and providing the resources women need to step confidently into decision-making roles.

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Leadership Development
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave
• Equal Pay

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Academic/Degree/Certificate Programs
• Continuing Education
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Association Memberships

American Financial Network, Inc.

Company President/CEO: John Sherman
afncorp.com

What makes your company a Top Employer for Women?

American Financial Network, Inc. (AFN) is an excellent place to work. As a true champion of work-life balance, AFN offers numerous perks that are particularly appealing to women. These include wellness programs, flexible schedules, financial planning assistance, remote work options, competitive salaries, internal promotions, and free self-study courses. A dedicated social responsibility specialist oversees wellness and philanthropy, while a motivational coach supports employee growth.

What programs, strategies, or formal mentoring/sponsorship programs does this company have specifically aimed at developing women leaders?

AFN is committed to developing women leaders through multiple initiatives. We offer an in-house coaching program led by national business coach Anthony Casillas, available at no cost to employees seeking growth in management, sales, and operations. Quarterly leadership development courses, offered through our Nivati Wellness Program, focus on topics like inclusive leadership and navigating cultural change. Additionally, our flexible scheduling policies support work-life balance, enabling women to thrive both professionally and personally.

What contributions does this company make to women in the mortgage industry?

AFN fosters a strong foundation of fair wages, healthcare, matched retirement savings, and a respectful work environment. The company’s Chief Operating Officer, a seasoned industry leader, has mentored and promoted countless women over four decades. AFN prioritizes family values and empowers women across all roles in lending.

Does your company offer accommodations for nursing mothers?

We understand that the workplace can often be a tough transition for working parents and offer designated lactation rooms to ensure privacy and comfort, along with flexible scheduling and remote work options to support individual needs. Nursing mothers are encouraged to take necessary breaks and care for their wellbeing.

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Leadership Development
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave
• Equal Pay

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Academic/Degree/Certificate Programs
• Continuing Education
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Corporate Sponsored Leadership Training Programs
• Mentors and/or Coaches
• Association Memberships
• Professional Workshops & Seminars
• Internal Career Pathing Programs
• Access to a Motivational Speaker & Business Coach
• Participation in National Leadership Councils & Industry Forums

CMG Financial

Company President/CEO: Chris George
cmgfi.com

How does your organization address and support work-life balance for women employees?

CMG understands that supporting women at work also means supporting them in life. We offer paid maternity leave — an uncommon benefit in our industry — alongside work flexibility, remote opportunities, and equal pay policies. These benefits are designed to help women manage both professional and personal responsibilities without sacrificing one for the other.

We also provide accommodations for nursing mothers, including break time and dedicated spaces to express milk. For many women, these practical supports make it possible to continue advancing their careers while caring for their families.

Beyond benefits, CMG invests in women’s long-term success. By promoting women into managerial, director, VP, and executive roles, we ensure that leadership reflects the same balance and flexibility we encourage throughout the company. Once in these positions, female leaders play an essential role in shaping policies, hiring more women, and supporting their teams with empathy and understanding.

CMG’s culture is built on the acknowledgment that our success comes directly from the women who drive the company forward. By providing the tools, resources, and flexibility they need, we not only retain top talent but also continue to attract new women to the mortgage industry. Supporting work-life balance isn’t just a benefit at CMG — it’s a business strategy that sustains growth and innovation.

What is your vision for the future of women at your company and in the mortgage/banking industry as a whole?

Our vision is for women to continue reshaping the mortgage and banking industry.

Ultimately, we envision a mortgage industry where women are not the exception in leadership, but the expectation.

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave
• Equal Pay

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Continuing Education
• Personal/professional Networking
• Corporate Sponsored leadership training programs
• Mentors and/or coaches
• Association Memberships
• Professional Workshops & Seminars

CV3 Financial Services

Company President/CEO: William Tessar
cv3financial.com

How does your organization address and support work-life balance for women employees?

At CV3, we recognize that supporting work-life balance is essential to empowering women employees, especially working mothers. In the office, our dedicated Mother’s Room provides a private, comfortable space for nursing mothers to express milk, equipped with a recliner, cleaning wipes, and a private refrigerator for safe storage. Beyond physical accommodations, CV3 provides flexible work schedules and remote work opportunities, enabling women to adapt their professional responsibilities to the evolving needs of their families.

To help manage the demands of parenthood, CV3 also promotes a culture of understanding and openness, where leaders actively support time off for family needs such as doctor’s appointments, school events, or childcare emergencies. We encourage realistic workloads and respect for personal boundaries, fostering an environment where women feel empowered to prioritize both their families and careers.

Beyond the workplace, CV3 partners with Great Work Perks to offer exclusive discounts on family experiences, making it easier for employees to spend meaningful time with their children outside of work.

What specific programs, initiatives, or policies does your company have in place to promote women into leadership roles?

Partnering with Betterhelp, we provide curated webinars and programs that address topics relevant to women in the workplace. These programs are led by accomplished women speakers who share their personal leadership journeys, insights, and lessons learned. Beyond learning programs, we conduct regular internal equity reviews, assessing promotion rates, compensation, performance ratings, and leadership representation by gender. Additionally, we’ve added RULA as another resource. RULA is a high-quality behavioral health platform that includes specific career and lifestyle counseling. 

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Leadership Development
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Continuing Education
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Corporate Sponsored Leadership Training Programs
• Association Memberships
• Professional Workshops & Seminars

Delmar Mortgage

Company CEO/President: Matt Levison
delmarmortgage.com

How does your organization address and support work-life balance for women employees?

At Delmar Mortgage, balance isn’t a perk; it’s a principle. We know that thriving professionals are whole people first, and we’ve built a culture that honors that truth. Our benefits reflect this. Flexible paid time off, remote work options, comprehensive health coverage (including mental health), and 401(k) matching provide the foundational support our team needs.

But actual balance comes from more than benefits; it comes from trust. We don’t micromanage how or when people work. If a team member needs to adjust their hours to handle school drop-off, attend a family event, or care for a loved one, we support that without question. We’ve seen women succeed here as new moms, caretakers, community volunteers, outside business leaders, and executives because we make space for all of it.

Our leadership models this flexibility from the top down. Many of our women leaders, including our SVP of Operations, Kelly Hendricks, are balancing major roles in and outside of the organization, and doing it with authenticity.

Ultimately, we’re not asking anyone to “balance” for us; we’re building a workplace that balances around them. Because when our people feel supported in their lives, they’re empowered to do their best work, and that’s a win for everyone.

How does your company actively ensure women’s voices are heard and represented in decision-making?

Representation starts with leadership. At Delmar, women make up half of our managers and department heads, and represent our executive leadership. From operations to marketing to fulfillment, women are in the room where decisions happen, and their voices shape company direction daily.

But it’s not just about titles. We actively foster a culture of inclusion by inviting feedback, recognizing performance, and empowering employees at every level to raise ideas. 

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave
• Equal Pay
• Paid Volunteer Hours

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Continuing Education
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Mentors and/or Coaches
• Association Memberships
• Professional Workshops & Seminars
• Paid Volunteer Hours

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Company President/CEO: Steve Jacobson
fairway.com

What is your vision for the future of women at your company and in the mortgage/banking industry as a whole?

Fairway envisions a future where women are not only present but leading at every level of the organization. Fairway actively cultivates an environment where women feel supported to grow and thrive. Through mentorship, leadership development, and recognition programs, the company helps women advance their careers and build influence in the industry. Fairway’s partnership with the Women’s Council of Realtors reflects its broader commitment to elevating women across the mortgage and real estate sectors. By sponsoring events, sharing success stories, and promoting visibility, Fairway aims to inspire systemic change in how women are viewed and valued in financial services. In the future, we aim to expand mentorship, continue advocacy, and remain a workplace where women’s voices drive innovation and transformation.

What contributions does this company make to women in the mortgage industry?

Fairway champions women in the mortgage industry by promoting female leaders, sponsoring industry events, and celebrating achievements. Women at Fairway have received national recognition, including awards from HousingWire, Mortgage Women Magazine, and Employ Humanity, highlighting their influence and leadership in the field.

Does your company offer accommodations for nursing mothers?

Yes, Fairway provides accommodations for nursing mothers, including private lactation rooms and flexible break times. These efforts reflect the company’s broader commitment to supporting working parents and fostering a family-friendly workplace.

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Leadership Development
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave
• Equal Pay
• Women’s Empowerment Group
• Women’s Summit
• Safety Initiative
• National Recognition Programs.

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Corporate Sponsored Leadership Training Programs
• Mentors and/or Coaches
• Professional Workshops & Seminars

MaxClass

Company President/CEO: LaDonna Lockard
MaxClass.com

What specific programs, initiatives, or policies does your company have in place to promote women into leadership roles?

Advancing women from within the company is a top priority, especially as we continue to grow. One-on-one mentorship, encouraged (and paid for) professional development, and fostering an environment where all ideas are heard has been paramount to our success.

How does your organization address and support work-life balance for women employees?

We offer unlimited paid time off and work “flex” hours. If you need time, the time is yours. Being gracious and accommodating in regards to schedules has led to the ultimate payoff. Our employees know that their time is precious and we treat it as such. In turn, we can count on each other to accomplish what needs to be accomplished when it needs to be accomplished by. We all contribute to the success of the company and when you treat women with respect, you will get nothing but respect back.

How does your company actively ensure women’s voices are heard and represented in decision-making?

We hold a weekly meeting where we discuss our successes, goals, and intentions for the upcoming week. During this time, any concerns, ideas, etc. can be shared. We actively encourage group participation on brainstorming calls and as the CEO, my phone line is always open to my team — literally, 24/7.

What is your vision for the future of women at your company and in the mortgage/banking industry as a whole?

Championing women has become my ultimate pastime and I have no intention of letting up any time soon! I am a firm believer that the industry as a whole will benefit from including more women in it. Representing what is possible when you put women into leadership roles is the ultimate flex.

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Leadership Development
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Continuing Education
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Mentors and/or Coaches
• Association Memberships
• Professional Workshops & Seminars

Paramount Residential Mortgage Group

Company President/CEO: Paul Rozo
PRMG.net

How does your company support women in the workplace?

PRMG doesn’t take recognition lightly. They make it a point to recognize and give gratitude to the women of the company of all levels. This looks like nominations for national awards with outside publications to internal emails and features in the company’s magazine shared across 49 states and over 200 branches. This recognition helps the women in advancing their career within PRMG through internal promotions and leadership role training. PRMG also supports women in the workplace through their Women’s Advisory Council, founded in 2019. Their aim is to empower women and offer a forum for career development, barrier-breaking, and progression.

What contributions does this company make to women in the mortgage industry?

PRMG creates access for the women in the industry. They have fostered a culture that puts an emphasis on access to knowledge and learning. The women in high performing and leadership roles at PRMG are role models and are accessible to those women in the company who want to expand their career. Through the Women’s Advisory Council, employees have the chance to speak with these women personally where they can share their business model, thus creating more successful women within the company and expanding their reach in the mortgage industry.

• Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Leadership Development
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave
• Equal Pay
• Child Care/ On Site Day Care
• DCFSA is being rolled out in September 2025, which will help parents cover the cost of childcare.

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Academic/Degree/Certificate programs
• Continuing Education
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Corporate Sponsored Leadership Training Programs
• Mentors and/or Coaches
• Association Memberships
• Professional Workshops & Seminars

Pennymac

Company President/CEO: David Spector
Pennymac.com

What contributions does this company make to women in the mortgage industry?

Pennymac is deeply committed to recruiting, developing, and engaging women in the mortgage industry. As a Diamond Plus sponsor of NAMMBA (National Association of Minority Mortgage Bankers of America), we support their vital work in enriching women, minorities, and allies across mortgage and real estate finance.

Our partnership empowers women to become industry leaders at all levels, and helps create a financially viable and healthier homeownership ecosystem that truly reflects the diverse population our industry serves, driving positive, lasting impact.

What makes your company a Top Employer for Women?

Our commitment to supporting women is woven into our company’s fabric:

22% of our board members are women.

In 2024, 51.% of our new hires were women.

We established the wEMRG (Women Empowering Mentorships, Relationships, and Growth) Business Resource Group (BRG), with a mission to cultivate and promote an inclusive environment for women and allies.

We partner with organizations like the National Association of Minority Mortgage Bankers of America (NAMMBA), underscoring our dedication to an inclusive workplace.

We were recognized as a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek and as a 2024 Top Employer for Women by Mortgage Women Magazine.

Does your company offer reimbursement for travel related to reproductive healthcare?

Yes, Pennymac offers a travel reimbursement benefit related to reproductive healthcare. This program applies when specific services are legally restricted or banned in the member’s state of residence, providing an annual reimbursement of up to $3,000 to help cover associated travel costs.

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Leadership Development
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave
• Equal Pay

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Academic/Degree/Certificate programs
• Continuing Education
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Corporate Sponsored Leadership Training Programs
• Mentors and/or Coaches
• Association Memberships
• Professional Workshops & Seminars

Simplending Financial

Company President/CEO: Janine Cascio
simplendingfinancial.com

What specific programs, initiatives, or policies does your company have in place to promote women into leadership roles?

At Simplending Financial, we are committed to creating clear pathways for women to grow into leadership roles through mentorship and sponsorship programs, targeted leadership training, and transparent promotion metrics that value not only performance but also cultural and team contributions. We actively work to reduce bias in hiring and promotion, set measurable diversity goals, and provide family-friendly policies such as flexible schedules and parental leave to support women through all stages of life. By partnering with women-focused organizations and showcasing our female leaders at industry events, we ensure visibility, advocacy, and opportunity for women in finance.

How does your organization address and support work-life balance for women employees?

We support work-life balance for women by creating flexible, inclusive policies and a culture that prioritizes well-being alongside professional growth. We provide family-friendly benefits such as parental leave, phased return-to-work options, and flexible scheduling to accommodate personal responsibilities. We also encourage hybrid and remote work opportunities so women can manage both career and family without compromise

What is your vision for the future of women at your company and in the mortgage/banking industry as a whole?

My vision for the future of women at our company — and in the mortgage and banking industry as a whole — is to see women not only represented, but leading with confidence, influence, and innovation. At Simplending Financial and through She Funds Academy, I envision building a pipeline where women are consistently mentored, trained, and elevated into executive roles, breaking through the industry’s traditional barriers. I believe the future of finance requires a balance of perspectives, and women bring unique strengths in leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving that will shape a more ethical, transparent, and people-focused industry.

Benefits available to women:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Leadership Development
• Work From Home Opportunities
• Maternity Leave
• Equal Pay

Professional leadership development opportunities available to women:

• Conference
• Academic/Degree/Certificate programs
• Continuing Education
• Personal/Professional Networking
• Corporate Sponsored Leadership Training Programs
• Mentors and/or Coaches
• Association Memberships
• Professional Workshops & Seminars