Marlene Smith

Marlene Smith is a seasoned professional in the residential lending industry, currently serving as Branch Manager of Residential Lending at American Financial Network, Inc. since December 2015. In this role, Marlene oversees daily operations, including hiring and training staff, and acts as a liaison between lending partners and Loan Officers. Prior experience includes positions as a Loan Officer at Shelter Mortgage LLC and Guaranty Bank, where Marlene was responsible for originating residential mortgage loans. An extensive career history features roles at Waterstone Mortgage, Wauwatosa Savings Bank, and US Bank Home Mortgage, demonstrating a strong background in mortgage origination, underwriting, and loan servicing. Marlene holds several state licenses for mortgage lending across multiple states and has a degree in Liberal Arts & Sciences from Milwaukee Area Technical College.