Deana Elkins

Deana Elkins has a strong background in the mortgage industry, with experience spanning over a decade. Deana currently holds multiple roles at Ciera Bank, including VP Mortgage Loan Officer and Vice President of Lending. Prior to their current position, they were the Managing Partner/Owner/Mortgage Broker/Loan Officer at Top Star Home Loans, LLC. Deana also served as the CEO of Yellowrose Compliance & Information Protection, Inc., specializing in regulatory requirements for mortgage compliance operations and servicing. Deana has also held positions at ISGN, Legacy Asset Servicing Bank of America, ReconTrust Company, Countrywide FSB, and First Horizon Home Loans, where they gained extensive knowledge in compliance, risk management, and loan operations.

Deana Elkins completed their education with a Bachelor's degree in Arts and Applied Sciences from Midwestern State University during the years 2000 to 2002. Prior to that, they obtained an Associate degree in Legal Assisting (Paralegal) from Vernon Regional Junior College in 1992 to 1993. Additionally, they also earned an Associate degree in Accounting from the same college during the same time period. Furthermore, Deana pursued their education by acquiring an Associate degree in General Business from Vernon Regional Junior College, which they completed from 1990 to 1991.