Melissa Smith

Melissa Smith, APM, has extensive experience in product management and client experience, currently serving at OptiFunder since January 2022. Previously, Melissa held positions including SVP, Mortgage Capital Markets Product Design Manager at Truist from December 2019 to December 2021, and VP, Product Strategy Implementation Manager at SunTrust from December 2011 to December 2019. Earlier roles include Operations Team Lead at GMAC ResCap, Model Asset Underwriter at Ally Financial Inc., and Operations Manager at Encore Credit Corp. Melissa has also worked as a Senior Mid-Atlantic Broker Coordinator and Account Executive in different organizations, demonstrating a strong background in mortgage and financial services. In addition to extensive professional expertise, Melissa has experience in radio broadcasting, having hosted morning shows at various stations. Education includes studies at Bellevue University and J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College.