Ohio MBA upcoming events

Raising the Bar: Women Building the Mortgage Industry (28 Jul 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Our July 28th guest is Melanie Lund, Executive Vice President at Equity Resources!

Raising the Bar is a conversation series that spotlights women who are shaping the future of the mortgage industry. Hosted by Heidi Belnay, each session features real, open conversations with women who lead, build, and inspire. We talk about their paths, their wins, and the moments that helped them grow. It is a space to celebrate women and learn from the voices moving our industry forward.

Register through our website or with this Zoom webinar link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EpvVd2qsS0a8QPsl3o9RdA

The State of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association (OMBA) (4 Aug 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

OMBA President Dawn Carpenter & Executive Director Rich Swerbinsky provide an overview of the current and exciting future state of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_E_3yzI3WQp2_WX8xxQfM0g

OMBA Women's Committee (10 Aug 2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The OMBA Women's Committee is coming together to plan the next round of networking events and initiatives focused on supporting and empowering women across Ohio's mortgage industry. This is a working meeting, so come ready to contribute ideas, help shape the direction of the committee, and connect with others who are invested in building a stronger community for women in Ohio lending.

The committee is open to all OMBA members. If you are not yet a member, now is a great time to join, as membership dues are currently prorated, so you only pay for the months remaining in 2026. Visit ohiomba.org/joinomba to sign up before the meeting.

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/xixohwAJQ8icRuT8RIGTEw

From the Statehouse to Your House (20 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Join us for OMBA’s advocacy update, From the Statehouse to Your House, where we bring legislative insights straight to you.

In this interactive 30-minute session, OMBA Executive Director Rich Swerbinsky will sit down with OMBA’s lobbyists to talk through the latest policy and regulatory developments impacting Ohio’s mortgage industry. We’ll cover:

- Key legislative and regulatory issues in motion at the Statehouse

- How OMBA is actively advocating for our members and their customers

- What lenders, servicers, and vendors should be watching for next

- Live Q&A: your chance to ask questions and get answers directly

This is your opportunity to stay ahead of the curve, understand the policy landscape, and engage directly in the advocacy work that protects and strengthens our industry.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hiDtoHf5Qu63sMdyu-doJw

The Playbook for Growth on LinkedIn (25 Aug 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Rich Swerbinsky, Executive Director, OMBA (30,000+ LinkedIn followers) leads a fast-paced, tactical session showing exactly how to turn your LinkedIn into a pipeline for growth.

Rich will walk through the simple systems he uses to grow his audience, publish high-signal content, and convert engagement into booked meetings.

Expect live examples, clear scripts, and a repeatable weekly routine you can run the same day.

Who should attend? Executives, sales leaders, producers, business development, founders, and recruiters who want a practical playbook to build brand and create revenue from LinkedIn.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_feG5o2mtSs6xCeRxcm7_Tg

Raising the Bar: Women Building the Mortgage Industry (25 Aug 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:30:00 GMT

Our July 28th guest is Melanie Lund, Executive Vice President at Equity Resources!

Register through our website or with this Zoom webinar link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EpvVd2qsS0a8QPsl3o9RdA

Lending Leaders - Voices of the Industry, Featuring Daniel Sa - NFM Lending (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Hosted by OMBA Executive Director Rich Swerbinsky and OMBA Engagement Director Heidi Belnay, Lending Leaders: Voices of the Industry is a monthly conversation with some of the most prominent and forward-thinking leaders in mortgage lending.

This episode features special guest Daniel Sa, President, Great Lakes Division, NFM Lending. We'll dive into timely issues shaping housing, finance, and community development, while spotlighting the experiences and perspectives of executives making an impact. From market trends and regulatory shifts to innovation, leadership, and the future of lending, this series gives listeners direct access to authentic conversations with the people driving change in the industry.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tD_VW7i6SZOuZknF0zx1Mg