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Oct. 28, 2025

Episode Nine: Alex Temple on How AI & Compliance Will Shape the Future of the Mortgage Industry

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast , hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Alex Temple , Partner at Mitchell Sandler , to discuss the rapidly evolving role of AI in the mortgage industry and the regulatory landsca...
Oct. 21, 2025

Episode Eight: Mentorship, Community & The Future of Lending: A Conversation with Matt Coles

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to talk about building a culture of mentorship and why it’s more important than ever in...
Oct. 14, 2025

Episode Seven: High-Performance Selling in Shifting Markets with Christine Beckwith

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Christine Beckwith, CEO of 20/20 Vision, to talk about high-performance selling strategies and how mortgage professionals can thrive throug...
Oct. 7, 2025

Episode Six: Megan Anderson: Van Life, Podcasting, and NAMB National Meetups

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast , hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields are joined by Megan Anderson —mortgage educator, podcaster, and adventurous van lifer! 🚐✨ Megan shares her unique journey, from traveling across Canada ...
Sept. 30, 2025

Episode Five: Kyle Draper on Authentic Marketing: How Mortgage Pros Can Win with Real Content

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Kyle Draper, speaker, coach, and social media growth strategist, to talk about how mortgage professionals can create powerful connections a...
Sept. 23, 2025

Episode Four: Valerie Saunders: Leading Advocacy & Protecting the Mortgage Industry

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast , hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Valerie Saunders , Chief Executive Strategist of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), for an inside look at the ongoing re...

About the Hosts

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Ginger Bell

Ginger Bell is an Emmy award-winning producer, best-selling author, and nationally recognized Edumarketing expert with decades of experience in the mortgage, real estate, and financial services industries. She has a passion for making complex topics approachable and actionable for mortgage professionals, empowering them with the tools and strategies needed to grow their businesses.

Ginger has authored multiple industry books and training programs, with her most recent books including Influential Marketing and Influential Leadership. She is a sought-after speaker at national mortgage and real estate conferences and often presents on topics such as Leadership, Marketing, and Artificial Intelligence. Known for her engaging style, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to helping professionals stand out in a competitive marketplace, Ginger is a trusted voice in the industry.

🔗 go2training.com | gingerbell.net | aibeehive.com

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Matt Shields

Matt Shields is a dedicated mortgage professional with over seven years of experience helping families navigate homeownership. He attended Ohio State University, studying Consumer and Family Financial Services, before deciding to go full-time into the mortgage business. Matt also completed advanced training in Mortgage Lending at the Hondros College of Business.

A top 1% originator nationally, Matt leads the Shields Mortgage Team with a mission to make lending clear, fast, and stress-free. He is also the head of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers Young Professionals Group, where he mentors and advocates for the next generation of mortgage leaders. Known for his hands-on guidance and strong communication, Matt’s passion for education and industry innovation makes him a powerful voice in today’s mortgage landscape.

📧 mshields@usa-mortgage.com | 📞 614-949-2136
🔗 shieldsmortgageteam.com
NMLS #1197064

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