Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group Announces Dave Prichard as Its Chief Operations Officer

    ANN ARBOR, MI, June 25, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group is pleased to announce that Dave Prichard has joined the company as its Chief Operating Officer. Prichard will be responsible for overseeing the entire operations portion of the 400 employee company, including the underwriting, processing, closing, post-closing and quality control departments.

"Gold Star has a proven track record of providing clients with outstanding service and a great set of products. I am delighted to have the opportunity to build upon the success of such a dynamic company, and to help expand its reach as a leader in the financial services industry," said Prichard. Company CEO Dan Milstein added, "Dave has a history of managing and streamlining large operations by implementing successful business strategies. We are very pleased to welcome him aboard and are confident that he will be instrumental in driving growth and efficiency."

Prichard brings over 20 years of experience in the mortgage banking industry. Prior to joining Gold Star he worked as Director of Mortgage Operations for AmTrust Bank where he managed a $25 Billion operation. He also directed a $100 billion operation for InterFirst mortgage (f/k/a ABN/AMRO, n/k/a Citi Mortgage). Prichard, a licensed C.P.A., holds a Master's Degree in Accounting from Colorado State University.

ABOUT GOLD STAR

Composed of four divisions (mortgage lending, insurance sales, financial planning, and credit repair), Gold Star lays claim to a first-rate reputation as a full service, cutting-edge, national firm. The mortgage lending division, both the largest and oldest part of Gold Star, has originated billions of dollars in loans throughout its storied history. Gold Star Mortgage serves tens of thousands of clients in over 20 states. The company was recognized by Inc. Magazine's list as one of the 500 fastest-growing, privately held companies in America, ranking #349 overall and #14 in the financial services industry, and by the Detroit Free Press as one of the best places to work in southeast Michigan. Gold Star also benefits from knowledgeable product experts, as evidence by Milstein holding the ranking of the #1 Loan Officer in the United States.

For open commentary, industry perspectives, or for more information on Dave Prichard or Gold Star Financial, visit http://www.goldstarfinancial.com.

Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group is a nationwide wholesale discount lender and broker. For further information call us toll free at 1-800-201-LOAN.

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