John Sherman, CEO of American Financial Network, Inc., co-founded American Financial Network, Inc., a privately held, family-oriented mortgage lending organization, in June 2001. Under his leadership, a small regional lender has grown exponentially and is today licensed in all 50 states and D.C., bringing opportunities for homeownership to communities from coast to coast. Through historic industry shakeups and economic downturns, Sherman’s thoughtful leadership has led to calculated and measured growth and kept AFN strong and formidable as a national mortgage lender.

Sherman has developed a recognized brand by imparting an excellent work ethic to AFN personnel and offering all the support branches need to meet and exceed their goals. Under Sherman’s leadership, AFN Regional Managers provide renewed opportunities for success to Branch Managers, their sales and operations teams, and individual licensed Mortgage Loan Originators (MLOs). His business development strategies help make branches that join the AFN team stronger and put them on a solid growth trajectory.

Sherman successfully leads AFN by forming strategic partnerships, always seeking out the most capable talent, the best technology, and most trusted and experienced third-party vendors. He has several award-winning executives in his C-suite with decades of mortgage lending experience. They are dedicated to AFN’s lasting success and have been with the organization for 15 years or more. He is a huge proponent of advanced technology and consistently introduces and adopts technological concepts that keep AFN competitive.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

Act like someone is trying to take your business from you. This applies to everyone from CEO to loan officer. The lesson is to not be complacent and continually adapt.

Name:

John Sherman

Title:

CEO

Company Name:

American Financial Network, Inc.