20-year industry veteran tapped to lead and grow community-driven retail business in Alabama, Arkansas, and Tennessee

loanDepot, Inc. ("LDI" or "Company") (NYSE: LDI), a leading provider of products and services that power the homeownership journey, has appointed Bart Evans as regional vice president, managing a Southeastern geography that includes Alabama, Arkansas, and Tennessee. Evans will report to Senior Vice President of Production Paul Ramos.

“As a former professional baseball player, Bart knows the value of hard work, competitiveness and collaboration. He starts every day as if he’s heading to a championship game and we’re excited to see his talents in action on our winning team,” said loanDepot Executive Vice President John Bianchi. “With Alabama, Arkansas, and Tennessee experiencing accelerated population growth over the past decade, loanDepot is well-positioned to meet the needs of families in these core markets—and Bart’s leadership, growth mindset, and dedication to his community make him the perfect fit to take our business to the next level.”

With two decades of experience in the mortgage industry, Evans is a highly accomplished and knowledgeable leader who has consistently driven growth and cultivated top talent. He has held key sales leadership roles at firms including Movement Mortgage and Summit Funding.

Population growth in Alabama, Arkansas, and Tennessee has driven an increase in new home construction sales. As one of the nation's top new home lenders for homebuilders with one of the deepest product benches in the industry, loanDepot is uniquely positioned to meet mortgage demand in the region.

Added LDI Mortgage President Jeff Walsh, “Individuals and families in these markets deserve proper community-focused lending, and Evans’ leadership is well-suited to deliver the localized support they need. He’s a highly experienced leader who will make an important impact.”

About loanDepot

At loanDepot (NYSE: LDI), we know home means everything. That’s why we are on a mission to support homeowners with a suite of products and services that fuel the American Dream. Our portfolio of digital-first home purchase, home refinance and home equity lending products make homeownership more accessible, achievable, and rewarding, especially for the increasingly diverse communities of first-time homebuyers we serve. Headquartered in Southern California with local market offices nationwide, loanDepot and its sister real estate and home services company, mellohome, are dedicated to helping customers put down roots and bring dreams to life – all while building stronger communities and a better tomorrow.

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“As a former professional baseball player, Bart knows the value of hard work, competitiveness and collaboration. He starts every day as if he’s heading to a championship game and we’re excited to see his talents in action on our winning team.”