Executive was instrumental in consolidating the company's mortgage unit under one umbrella
Gateway First Bank has appointed industry veteran Steven Plaisance as president of mortgage banking.
The executive has served as interim president since February, during the regulatory approval process. Gateway said that Plaisance played a crucial role in growing the company’s mortgage banking division.
“We are thrilled to have Steven on the Gateway team,” said Gateway CEO Scott Gesell. “With his extensive experience and leadership, we are able to align all things mortgage, including retail, correspondent, operations, secondary and servicing, under one umbrella. While Steven’s resume is extremely impressive, his commitment to culture and values is what makes him a perfect fit with the Gateway Team.”
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Plaisance made the switch to Gateway from Arvest Bank, where he worked for nearly 32 years. In the past six years, he was the president and CEO of Arvest Bank’s mortgage unit. Plaisance also currently serves as the current chairman of the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Mortgage Action Alliance and is a member of its investment committee and board of governors.
“Gateway’s a great organization with significant new opportunities to grow and advance,” Plaisance said. “I am excited to have joined the team and look forward to contributing to the ongoing success of the organization.”
