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Episode 52: The 3-Foot World Mindset with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO
July 7, 2026

Episode 52: The 3-Foot World Mindset with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO

What can mortgage professionals control when markets shift, rates fluctuate, and uncertainty dominates the headlines? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO, to discuss a powerful mindset that can help sales professionals thrive in any market: focusing on your "3-Foot World."Noah shares valuable insights on why successful mortgage professionals spend less time worrying about external factors they canno
Episode 52: The 3-Foot World Mindset with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO
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July 7, 2026

Episode 52: The 3-Foot World Mindset with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO

What can mortgage professionals control when markets shift, rates fluctuate, and uncertainty dominates the headlines? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO, to discuss a powerful mindset that can help sales professionals thrive in any market: focusing on your "3-Foot World." Noah shares valuable insights on why successful mortgage professionals spend less time worrying about external factors they cannot
Mortgage Rates_ How Lenders Stay Competitive
July 2, 2026

Mortgage Rates_ How Lenders Stay Competitive

Building a successful Non-Delegated Correspondent platform doesn't happen by accident.In this episode, Don Chiesa, Vice President – Western Division at Newrez Wholesale, joins Matt Coles to discuss what lenders need to know about staffing, operational planning, and strategic partnerships when building or growing a correspondent lending business.Don shares valuable perspective on:• Creating scalable operational processes• Preparing your team for long-term growth• Selecting partners that su
Episode 51: Building and Scaling Non-Delegated Lending with Don Chiesa of Newrez Wholesale
June 23, 2026

Episode 51: Building and Scaling Non-Delegated Lending with Don Chiesa of Newrez Wholesale

What does it take to successfully enter the Non-Delegated Correspondent space and position your organization for long-term growth? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Don Chiesa, Vice President – Western Division at Newrez Wholesale, to explore the operational, strategic, and staffing decisions that can make all the difference.Don shares valuable insights gained from working with lenders of all sizes, discussing the critical operational components
Episode 51: Building and Scaling Non-Delegated Lending with Don Chiesa of Newrez Wholesale
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June 23, 2026

Episode 51: Building and Scaling Non-Delegated Lending with Don Chiesa of Newrez Wholesale

What does it take to successfully enter the Non-Delegated Correspondent space and position your organization for long-term growth? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Don Chiesa, Vice President – Western Division at Newrez Wholesale, to explore the operational, strategic, and staffing decisions that can make all the difference. Don shares valuable insights gained from working with lenders of all sizes, discussing the critical operational components
ENote Transfer is Revolutionizing Warehouse Lending Operations
June 22, 2026

ENote Transfer is Revolutionizing Warehouse Lending Operations

Building a successful Non-Delegated Correspondent platform requires more than great products—it takes the right people, processes, and partnerships.What should lenders be thinking about before entering or expanding in the Non-Delegated space?🎙️ Episode 51 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast drops Wednesday, June 24th, featuring Don Chiesa, Vice President – Western Division at Newrez Wholesale.Don joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to discuss operational strategies

About the Host

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Matt Coles

National Sales Manager

Matt Coles is highly experienced in the mortgage lending industry, with over 15 years of dedicated service. Currently, he is the National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, Inc., leading a talented team of sales professionals. Together, they focus on creating innovative and tailored financing solutions to meet the diverse needs of their clients and partners. Beyond spearheading sales efforts, Matt is passionate about mentoring and developing his team—a commitment he cultivated in his previous role as the Regional Vice President of Sales at Plaza Home Mortgage. There, he significantly enhanced market share and revenue in two key markets across an 11-year span.

Matt is also a certified Leadership Trainer for Managers, a qualification he earned from Dale Carnegie Training. His enthusiasm for education and empowerment shines through on his online platform, #minutewithmatt, where he shares insightful content on mortgage lending and related areas. His goal is to motivate and support individuals in reaching their personal and professional goals in this dynamic industry.

In addition to his professional achievements, Matt serves as the host of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, engaging with a wide range of topics and further solidifying his position as a thought leader within the mortgage lending community. Matt's mission is clear: to inspire and facilitate success for others in the fulfilling world of mortgage lending.