Ohio MBA upcoming events

OMBA Women's Committee (9 Nov 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:00:00 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

The Non-Agency Market Snapshot (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Fifteen minutes, market experts, and a clear picture of where non-agency lending stands right now. Henry Broeksmit, Josh Gibson, and Paul Bianchini delives a fast, focused snapshot of non-QM and DSCR trends — liquidity, spreads, and what’s coming as we approach the end of the year.

From the Statehouse to Your House (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 20:00:00 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.

Raising the Bar: Women Building the Mortgage Industry (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Our August 25th episode features the inaugural Ohio's Own winners: thirteen women recognized for their exceptional work, leadership, and contributions in making Ohio lending better.

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 Playbook for Growth on LinkedIn (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 19:00:00 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_fjVihzVJTVClSVW1sTQK1Q

Lending Leaders - Voices of the Industry (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 19:45:00 GMT

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

The State of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association (OMBA) (1 Dec 2026)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 19:00:00 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.

OMBA Women's Committee (14 Dec 2026)

Mon, 14 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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

Raising the Bar: Women Building the Mortgage Industry (15 Dec 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Our August 25th episode features the inaugural Ohio's Own winners: thirteen women recognized for their exceptional work, leadership, and contributions in making Ohio lending better.

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

From the Statehouse to Your House (15 Dec 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 19:00:00 GMT

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

- 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.

Lending Leaders - Voices of the Industry (17 Dec 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 19:45:00 GMT

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

Northeast Ohio MBA Membership (1 Jan 2027)

Fri, 01 Jan 2027 05:00:00 GMT

Northeast Ohio MBA — 2027 Membership

The Northeast Ohio MBA is the newest chapter of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association, founded in August 2026 to connect lenders, servicers, vendors, and industry partners across the NEO region under a shared mission: advocacy, education, and community.

As a founding-era member, you help shape what this chapter becomes. The programming, the events, the relationships — all of it starts with the people who get in early.

NEO MBA membership gives you access to regional events and programming built specifically for Northeast Ohio's mortgage market, plus the full statewide network of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association. One membership. Two networks.

2027 Membership Options

Select the tier that fits your situation at registration:

Individual Banker Member — $75 Annually | One professional. Full chapter access, regional events, and connection to the OMBA statewide network.

Corporate Supporter — $500 Annually | Including up to 10 individual members; additional members $65 each.
Additional Corporate Supporter Membership – $65 per Person | An active Corporate Supporter membership is required to qualify.

Partner — $500 Annually | Partners are service providers to the mortgage-lending industry. An additional $75 individual membership is required for voting membership and eligibility to serve on the board or a committee.
Additional Partner Membership – $50 per Person | An active $500 Partner membership is required to qualify for this discounted rate.

Realtor Member — $65 Annually | For realtors who are members of a realtor association. Realtor members are a separate membership category and are not included in the Partner percentage limitation.

Questions? Contact rich@ohiomba.org

OMBA Women's Committee (11 Jan 2027)

Mon, 11 Jan 2027 19:00:00 GMT

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

OMBA Women's Committee (8 Feb 2027)

Mon, 08 Feb 2027 19:00:00 GMT

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

Future Leaders Program 2027 (23 Feb 2027)

Tue, 23 Feb 2027 05:00:00 GMT

2027 OMBA Future Leaders Program

February 23–24 & March 2–3, 2027 | Virtual + Ohio Statehouse

The Future Leaders Program is OMBA's signature leadership development experience for the next generation of Ohio mortgage professionals. Three virtual days of curriculum taught by national industry leaders, followed by a full day at the Ohio Statehouse meeting with state legislators — and a graduation ceremony at the 60th OMBA Annual Conference in June.

This is the most affordable investment you'll make in your high-upside people all year.

What's Included:

Three virtual days covering the 2027 mortgage market, operational excellence, and AI & technology — with leadership principles woven into every session
A full in-person day at the Ohio Statehouse meeting with Ohio legislators and housing policy advocates
Graduation recognition at the 60th OMBA Annual Conference (June 2027, Hilton Columbus Downtown)
Access to a cohort of Ohio's next generation of mortgage leaders

Pricing:

OMBA Member Early Bird (through December 8, 2026)

1 Ticket: $350
4 Tickets: $995 ($248.75 each)
10 Tickets: $2,250 ($225 each)

Non-Member Early Bird

1 Ticket: $500
4 Tickets: $1,425 ($356.25 each)
10 Tickets: $3,225 ($322.50 each)

Questions? Contact Rich Swerbinsky at rich@ohiomba.org.

OMBA Women's Committee (8 Mar 2027)

Mon, 08 Mar 2027 19:00:00 GMT

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

OMBA Women's Committee (12 Apr 2027)

Mon, 12 Apr 2027 18:00:00 GMT

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

OMBA Women's Committee (10 May 2027)

Mon, 10 May 2027 18:00:00 GMT

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

OMBA Women's Committee (14 Jun 2027)

Mon, 14 Jun 2027 18:00:00 GMT

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