loanDepot Appoints Its First National Director Of Military Growth And Strategy

loanDepot yesterday appointed U.S. Navy veteran Bryan Bergjans as its National Director of Military Growth and Strategy. Bergjans, a highly respected national advocate for the military community, has nearly two decades of military experience.

“Today’s announcement reinforces our strength and commitment to VA lending. Bryan is well known as a trailblazer in the military and veteran lending space who has spearheaded countless industry-first initiatives that fueled impressive growth, brand equity, and awareness," commented loanDepot Executive Vice President John Bianchi. "Our ultimate goal is to ensure more of our nation’s servicemen and women can benefit from the advantages offered by VA mortgage products, and with Bryan on our team we are poised to become the premier home loan provider for the servicemembers and veterans of the Armed Forces.”

Bergjans, who joins loanDepot after eight years at Caliber Home Loans, is currently serving in the Navy Reserves as the Readiness Officer for Navy Cargo Handling, Battalion 11 HQ, Jacksonville, Fla.

Bergjans is credited with teaching a VA Home Loan Benefit curriculum for the St. Louis Association of Realtors, as well as teaching the National Association of Realtors’ Military Relocation Professional Designation Course. 

“We owe our military more than a thank you; we owe them an opportunity to achieve the dream of homeownership,” said Bergjans.