Meet the Team

Ryan Rarick is a co-founder and Managing Partner of Kalamazoo Mortgage. Ryan graduated from the University of Illinois where he earned a degree in economics. Ryan's primary responsibilities at Kalamazoo Mortgage are production and operations management. Prior to founding Kalamazoo Mortgage, Ryan was a senior loan originator and nationally ranked producer at Huntington Bank. NMLS: 563022

Michael joined us in June of 2016. His primary responsibilities are to lead our internal origination team and continue to be a valuable resource for all of our future clients. In previous positions held, Michael has won several awards from national organizations for his leadership and achievement of organizational goals. He is licensed to originate mortgage loans through the Department of Insurance and Financial Services of Michigan. NMLS: 1457776

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

Amanda joined us in March of 2016. She graduated from Western Michigan University where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Communication. Her primary responsibilities are to assist administration with day to day tasks, help organize long-term projects, and plan company events.

Tory joined us in March of 2017 bringing in over 5 years of receptionist and office work experience with her. Her primary responsibility is to make sure everyone is greeted with a smile and treated like a neighbor, not a number. She also assists our clients when they contact the office, and helps our loan partners with obtaining the necessary paperwork we need from our clients during the home buying process. NMLS: 1663261

Chad joined us in April of 2017 bringing in over 7 years of experience with him. His primary responsibilities are to bring agents and clients closer together to forge future relationships, provide clients with a 5-star experience, maintain a high level of communication with clients and agents so everyone is on the same page during the process, and network throughout the community. In previous positions held, he has received many awards for his service to his clients. He is licensed in many states including Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Michigan, South Carolina, and Tennessee. NMLS: 891550

Victoria joined us in September of 2016. Her primary responsibilities are assisting clients through the approval process while providing a 5-star experience. She also communicates with our underwriters and loan officers to ensure a smooth process. Victoria graduated from Xavier University where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. NMLS: 1541693

Mindy joined us in May of 2016 bringing in over 15 years of experience with her. Her primary responsibilities are originating loans, educating and working with 1st time buyers throughout the process, and making them feel comfortable and confident. NMLS: 1430199

Jodi joined us in May of 2016 bringing in over 11 years of banking and financial experience with her. Her primary responsibilities are to work with clients in credit repair by creating game plans that meet specifically to their needs so they can become new homeowners. Jodi graduated from Humboldt State University where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Exercise Science/Wellness Management. NMLS: 426355