Meet the Team

Brian Methner is a co-founder and Managing Partner of Kalamazoo Mortgage. Brian is a graduate of Central Michigan University where he studied Marketing & Finance and was a member of the National Deans List.  He is currently finishing his MBA at the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business  with an expected graduation date of May 19, 2018. Brian is also a United States Marine Corps Veteran. Brian's primary responsibilities are recruiting, sales and marketing. Prior to founding Kalamazoo Mortgage, Brian was a Branch Sales Manager/AVP for HSBC where he was a presidents council winner.  NMLS: 174303

Brad joined us in January of 2017 bringing in over 15 years of managerial experience with him. His primary responsibilities are to manage the day to day operations by ensuring a smooth home buying process not only for our clients, but also internally with our team members. Prior to working for Kalamazoo Mortgage, Brad worked in the banking industry for many years as a VP Branch Manager for Chase Bank. He graduated from Western Michigan University where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Finance. NMLS: 1260065

Julie joined us in March of 2016 bringing in over a year of mortgage experience with her. She started out as our Director of First Impressions, and then transitioned to her role now. Her primary responsibilities are to assist clients in the early stages of the loan process while providing a 5-star experience, and assist our Senior Loan Officers in Kalamazoo and the east side of the state. NMLS: 1593788

Dwaine Chapdelaine is a Senior Loan originator at Kalamazoo Mortgage. Dwaine joined Kalamazoo Mortgage after a successful career at JP Morgan Chase where he earned national honors for sales production and purchase loan origination. Dwaine attended Great Lakes University where he focused on Biblical studies. Dwaine is a first-time home buyer specialist who goes above and beyond to meet all of his clients' needs.  NMLS: 428131

Nate joined Kalamazoo Mortgage in 2012. He has spent his entire career in finance and is licensed in multiple states. Nate’s primary responsibilities are working with clients in the early stages of the mortgage transaction, pre-qualifying borrowers, and providing informed loan options to choose from. NMLS: 988273

Jason joined Kalamazoo Mortgage in July of 2015 bringing in over 10 years of mortgage and title experience with him. His primary responsibility is to assist clients through the approval process and into their new homes while providing a 5-star experience. He also communicates with our underwriters and loan officers to ensure a smooth process. NMLS: 1381101

Eric joined us in January of 2013. Prior to joining Kalamazoo Mortgage, Eric was a Branch Sales Manager for HSBC where he oversaw retail branches throughout the Midwest. Eric now specializes in counseling borrowers on personal finance, credit and preparing them for the next steps in home ownership. NMLS: 1017473