Nicole Rueth Joins CrossCountry Mortgage To Lead Western Expansion

CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) has added industry veteran Nicole Rueth as senior vice president for its Denver market operation. Rueth joins CCM with more than 24 years of mortgage industry experience, bringing her entire team to support business expansion and client services in the region.

Throughout her career, Rueth has been recognized as one of Colorado’s leading mortgage professionals, consistently ranking among the state’s top producers and earning widespread respect for both her production results and long-term focus on borrower success. In her new role, she will leverage her experience to help build high-performing teams, mentor originators, and deepen CCM’s regional market impact.

“This move to CrossCountry Mortgage is about leadership, growth, and long-term impact,” Rueth said. “I’m focused on building high-performing teams, supporting originators, and expanding our footprint while continuing to serve clients at an elite level. CCM’s platform, culture, and vision align strongly with where I’m headed and the impact I want to continue making.”

Ron Leonhardt, founder and CEO of CCM, emphasized the strategic importance of Rueth’s arrival.

"We're intentional about building an environment where top leaders can do their best work," said Leonhard. "When an impressive market leader like Nicole decides to bring her entire team to CCM, it reinforces what we're building here and we're excited to welcome her to our team."

Founded in 2003, CrossCountry Mortgage has grown into one of the most trusted lenders in the United States, with more than 8,000 employees and over 700 branch locations nationwide. The company offers a broad range of mortgage, refinance, and home equity solutions and finished 2025 with strong production figures, including financing one in every 35 U.S. homes sold by volume in the fourth quarter.