Chad Melin

Chad Melin is an accomplished professional in the mortgage industry, currently serving as Division Vice President at Synergy One Lending, Inc. since October 2024. Chad held the position of Executive Strategy Officer at Mann Mortgage from July 2022 to November 2024, where Chad focused on innovating and raising the company's profile. Prior experience includes a significant tenure at Academy Mortgage Corporation from January 2009 to August 2022, as Vice President of National Business Development and Regional Manager/Mortgage Originator, contributing to the company's status as a leading independent purchase lender. Earlier roles included loan officer positions at various financial institutions and serving as a talk show host for a real estate financial services program. Chad Melin holds a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University and a Bachelor of Science in Education/Business from North Dakota State University, with foundational education from St. Cloud Apollo. Military service in the Minnesota Army National Guard has further shaped their leadership and teamwork values.