Executive will help the company "create a nimble and modern risk management system"
LendingHome has announced the appointment of Carrie Weber as its new chief risk officer.
The senior industry hire will be in charge of LendingHome’s risk and compliance activities and design a risk management strategy for the company.
“Managing risk is critical for every company, and we’re eager to add Carrie’s experience and unique perspective to our management team,” said LendingHome CEO Michael Bourque. “We’re very confident that she’ll help us create a nimble and modern risk management system that helps us adapt to the changing market dynamics we’ll face as we continue to grow.”
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Most recently, Weber served as senior vice president and chief risk officer at Ameritas, a Nebraska-based financial services firm. Before Ameritas, she spent time at ConAgra Foods as director of finance and at Arbor Bank as chief financial officer.
“This is an exciting time for LendingHome, and I am thrilled to be part of the team,” Weber said. “I’m impressed by the strategic direction and vision set forth by the leadership team to seamlessly bring innovative technology and expertise to real estate investors.
“A strong risk culture is an important factor in enabling companies to achieve strategic growth goals. I’m passionate about risk and compliance, and I look forward to contributing to LendingHome’s success, and working with the team to drive the company’s priorities.”