Griffin Funding Appoints John Jones as SVP of Growth, Aiming for Bold 2030 Expansion
The mortgage world received a jolt of momentum this week as consumer-direct non-QM lender Griffin Funding announced the appointment of John Jones as Senior Vice President of Growth and EOS Integrator. The move signals a bold shift in the company’s expansion strategy and its long-term ambitions in the non-QM market.
Leadership Built for Scale
Jones has already been deeply embedded in the Griffin Funding ecosystem, serving as the company’s fractional integrator and COO since April 2025. His new role, effective December 1, is crafted around accelerating performance, refining operations, and ultimately steering the company toward a monumental goal: reaching $3 billion in annual non-QM loan volume by 2030.
“John has brought tremendous structure and clarity to our organization,” said founder and CEO Bill Lyons. “Moving him into a full-time Integrator and SVP of Growth role allows us to scale responsibly, deepen our non-QM leadership, and continue delivering a 5-star borrower experience.”
Multi‑Year Expansion Fueled by Strategy & Execution
Jones’s mandate is broad — and bold. His focus areas include leadership development, new market penetration, performance optimization, and strengthening both sales and operational channels. The company’s VP of Strategy, Chloe Shubin, highlighted Jones’s influence across departments, emphasizing how he aligns long‑term strategy with real‑time execution.
Griffin Funding currently operates from San Diego, Irvine, and Scottsdale, supported by $72.5 million in warehouse line liquidity. As of mid‑November, the company’s closed deal amount stands at an impressive $346.3 million — a powerful foundation for the expansion strategies now underway.
Why This Matters for Mortgage Pros & Aspiring Leaders
This leadership transition serves as a compelling reminder of how evolving skillsets, strategic planning, and operational mastery can shape the future of the mortgage sector. For professionals in real estate, finance, or lending, moves like this underscore the value of continuous education and leadership development.
Institutions like Cameron Academy play a key role in helping today’s mortgage professionals elevate their credentials and prepare for tomorrow’s leadership positions. With licensing programs, advanced coursework, and flexible online education, Cameron Academy supports professionals looking to rise with — and beyond — the rapidly expanding non‑QM market.
Get the Full Story
To explore Griffin Funding’s leadership update in greater detail, read the original HousingWire report here: Read the full article.
Select options
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Details
More Articles
Getting licensed or staying ahead in your career can be a journey—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Grab your favorite coffee or tea, take a moment to relax, and browse through our articles. Whether you’re just starting out or renewing your expertise, we’ve got tips, insights, and advice to keep you moving forward. Here’s to your success—one sip and one step at a time!
While most people chase AI stocks or compete for high‑pressure tech jobs, the real opportunity may be unfolding in AI boomtown real estate. As companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, Microsoft, and NVIDIA mint new waves of wealthy workers, demand for housing in key cities is exploding. From San Francisco to Austin, AI‑driven markets are seeing rising rents, limited inventory, and buyers preparing for massive IPO windfalls. For real estate professionals—or anyone entering the field—this surge represents one of the strongest long‑term opportunities in the industry.
Florida is ending its 1 percent emergency insurance surcharge two years ahead of schedule, saving homeowners an estimated 650 million dollars through 2028. Thanks to a calm hurricane season, fewer insurer failures, and reduced lawsuits, officials say the state’s property insurance market is now in its strongest financial position in a decade. The change offers relief for homeowners and new momentum for Florida’s real estate industry, where lower insurance costs can boost buyer confidence and support smoother transactions.
A growing political push to block institutional investors from buying single-family homes may sound like a pro-homeowner policy, but the data shows it could do the opposite. Younger and racially diverse renters rely heavily on single-family rentals as an affordable, stable alternative to buying—yet restricting investor participation would shrink this supply, pushing many families into overcrowded housing, motels, or homelessness. The real issue isn’t who buys the homes, but that America doesn’t have enough of them.
Zillow’s 2026 Agent Trends Survey reveals a major shift in what agents value most: technology that reduces mental drain. Nearly half of agents now use AI tools daily, yet most still juggle multiple platforms that sap their focus. Zillow’s upcoming unified platform, Zillow Pro, aims to streamline workflows and cut cognitive load. The survey also highlights key industry trends, including buyer financial literacy gaps, the importance of relationships for lead generation and the growing need for tech fluency among both new and seasoned real estate professionals.
Florida’s housing market is still surging, with luxury enclaves like Lake Buena Vista, Jupiter Island, and Golden Beach seeing massive six‑figure price jumps in just one year. Smaller towns such as Old Town, Cross City, and Hosford also posted steady gains, proving demand is rising statewide. For real estate professionals, these trends highlight where buyers are moving, where inventory is tight, and where future opportunities lie—making market literacy an essential advantage for anyone pursuing or expanding a career in Florida real estate.
Rhode Island is launching its sixth major housing reform package, aiming to boost affordability through zoning updates, lot splits, code changes, and the revival of single room occupancy and co‑living housing. With the state still recovering from years of underbuilding and soaring home prices, lawmakers hope these reforms will unlock new supply, ease pressure on renters and buyers, and create fresh opportunities for real estate professionals.
