Paramount Residential Mortgage Group, Inc. (PRMG) proudly announces that 18 of its loan originators have been named to Mortgage Executive Magazine’s Top 1% of Mortgage Originators in America for 2025, as featured in the Spring 2026 issue.
Each year, Mortgage Executive Magazine ranks top originators nationwide based on verified personal production. This recognition places PRMG originators among an elite group of professionals across the country.
“When I think back to where we started, it was never about rankings—it was about building something meaningful with people who care,” said Paul Rozo, PRMG Founder and CEO. “Seeing this group recognized at this level, 25 years later, is incredibly special. It says a lot about who they are and what they’ve built.”
To qualify, originators must produce a minimum of $25 million in personal loan volume during the 2025 calendar year—demonstrating consistent performance in a challenging market environment. Their results reflect not only individual discipline and mindset, but also PRMG’s platform and ongoing investment in its people.
Widely regarded as a benchmark for top production, the Top 1% list highlights the industry’s highest-performing mortgage professionals.
“What stands out is the consistency each of these individuals brings,” said Chris Sorensen, PRMG SVP, Director of National Retail Production. “They’ve found a way to perform at a high level regardless of the market, and that kind of discipline is what sets them apart.”
As PRMG celebrates 25 years of helping families achieve homeownership, the company remains rooted in trust, relationships, and a people-first culture—while continuing to evolve for its next era of growth.
PRMG congratulates its 18 distinguished honorees.
ORIGINATOR NAME
CLOSED LOANS
TOP DOLLAR VOLUME
Jordan Vreeland
245
$92,832,317
Mona Edick
145
$47,782,688
Jeremy Pope
188
$44,805,463
Ryan McDonnell
114
$44,727,545
Richard Wuersch
120
$44,251,805
Kathleen Halbing
113
$43,976,517
Mauricio Viecco
97
$42,237,945
Peter Jose
91
$40,473,764
Alejandro Otero
90
$38,458,604
Corissa Dailey
81
$34,677,820
Justin Margolis
89
$34,285,082
J.D. Peck
80
$32,709,591
Abdel Khawatmi
80
$31,464,671
Christian Pepe
65
$29,130,491
Shayna Laurel
96
$27,039,264
Korey Pisha
58
$27,026,592
Jennifer Martell
64
$26,351,292
J Scott Thompson
145
$25,538,191
Click Here to view the Spring 2026 Edition full list of honorees rankings.
About PRMG
Paramount Residential Mortgage Group, Inc. (PRMG) is a privately held mortgage lender headquartered in Corona, California. Founded in 2001, PRMG has grown into a nationwide lender offering retail, wholesale, and correspondent lending channels. The company is known for its commitment to service, innovation, and empowering mortgage professionals to help families achieve homeownership across the United States.

