Julie Piepho, CMB Profile
By Krista
Sabol
Originally Published in The Industry Campus Newsletter
Volume
2, Issue 18
Julie,tell us about yourself.
I own a company called Milestone Leadership Consulting, which
specializes in mortgage consulting, individual and organizational
leadership coaching, facilitation and public speaking. Prior
to starting my own company, I worked in the mortgage industry
for over 20 years. I “grew up” in the savings and
loan industry in Wyoming and my last position was Senior Vice-President
for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage.
My knowledge ranges from sales and operations management, quality
control, project management and joint ventures. My slogan
is “helping people reach unprecedented levels of success.”
I believe that each individual and organization has a vision and
purpose that can propel them to new heights of success. My
experience in all facets of the mortgage industry allows me to
help mortgage companies achieve goals they’ve only thought
about.
I’m an avid golfer and love the game because of the mental
focus it requires. When I’m not playing golf, I’m a
Denver Bronco fan. I believe in writing down your life dreams
and have achieved my dream of playing at Pebble Beach and going
to Super Bowl XXXII where the Denver Broncos beat the Green Bay
Packers!
How long have you been a CMB?
Since October 2002 when I received the CMB designation at MBA's
89th Annual Convention in Chicago.
How has the CMB impacted your career?
Achieving the CMB designation was a goal I started on when I was
a loan officer in Wyoming. My association would not pay for
any of my School of Mortgage Banking courses, so I put myself
through all 3 years of mortgage banking schools – Courses
I, II, and III. The dream was so real; I wanted to achieve my
designation. A carrot for me with Course III was to get on the
floor of the CBOT (Chicago Board of Trade) and "trade!” It
was so much fun!
However, I put my goal of achieving my designation on hold for
over 10 years because I allowed myself to get caught up in the
daily tasks of work and life. My sponsor and great friend,
Mike Rosser, finally sat me down and said, “It’s now
or never! Practice what you teach.” So once again,
I pulled out my goal sheet and put the CMB designation at the
top. I was now out of the daily routine of the corporate
mortgage world, starting a new business and studying for the hardest
test I would ever take.
The dream became a reality and I achieved my goal! It has impacted
my business because the CMB designation brings to me the credentials
of a “Doctor of Mortgage Banking.” Individuals
and organizations recognize the knowledge, experience and drive
someone has who achieves his or her CMB designation.
What advice do you have for those interested
in obtaining the CMB designation?
Just do it! If you’ve been in the industry for at least
5 years, you’ve probably got the knowledge you need to obtain
your designation. If you don’t have the knowledge, it’s
easy to find a CMB to sponsor you and help you achieve that goal.
This year, with the 3 CMB designations – Residential, Commercial,
or Master - it becomes easier to achieve at least one level of
your CMB. I challenge you to become one of the elite professionals
in the mortgage banking industry by achieving your CMB designation!
How do you get the CMB designation?
The first step to becoming a CMB is completing the one page
enrollment
form. After this has been received, a CampusMBA registrar
will contact you with the next steps
You can contact Julie by phone at 866-577-5585 or by email
at julie@milestoneleaders.com
