Arvest Mortgage Division Names New President and CEO
On August 5, 2024, Arvest Bank named Chris Evans the new president and CEO of Arvest Mortgage Division. Evans assumed this role following Pete Boomer, who took over the same position on April 22, 2024.
Before Chris Evans, Matt Kendall held the position of president and CEO of Arvest Mortgage Division and Arvest Central Mortgage Company. Kendall had been leading the mortgage division on an interim basis since February 2021 and was officially named to the role in September 2021.
Chris Evans brings significant expertise to the position, having previously served as director of finance at Arvest. As the new leader, Evans will direct the mortgage division’s management teams and operations, contributing to the bank’s continued growth and success in the mortgage industry.
In the mortgage industry, Arvest Bank is a prominent player, with its mortgage division on track to originate over billion in mortgages for the second consecutive year. Additionally, the bank services over 77,000 loans worth more than billion, demonstrating its substantial presence in the market.
Arvest Mortgage Division’s new leadership under Chris Evans is expected to propel the bank further and solidify its position as a leading mortgage lender.
Key Highlights
- Chris Evans named president and CEO of Arvest Mortgage Division, effective August 5, 2024
- Pete Boomer held the position from April 22, 2024 to August 2024
- Matt Kendall served as president and CEO from September 2021 to April 2024
- Arvest Mortgage Division expected to originate over billion in mortgages in 2024
- Bank services over 77,000 loans worth more than billion