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September-03-2024

Joe Tyrrell, CEO of Optimal Blue, Makes HousingWire’s Vanguards List for the Third Time

PLANO, Texas – Sept. 3, 2024 – Optimal Blue has announced that Joe Tyrrell, its CEO, has been named a 2024 HousingWire Vanguards recipient. Tyrrell also won this prestigious award in 2017 as Ellie Mae’s executive vice president of corporate strategy, and in 2021 as president of ICE Mortgage Technology.

The HW Vanguards Award recognizes leaders of businesses contributing to the growth of the housing economy and its various sectors, including lending, servicing, investments, and real estate. They come from diverse backgrounds, and may run established companies or start-ups, but share one common trait: an unmistakable impact on the industry at-large.

A respected mortgage executive with a track record of success, Tyrrell joined Optimal Blue as CEO to guide the advancement of the company’s comprehensive capital markets solutions with an overarching mission to help lenders maximize profitability on every loan transaction. Tyrrell brings 25 years of experience in the mortgage, finance, and technology industries to the task, including three years as president of ICE Mortgage Technology and 10 years in senior leadership positions at Ellie Mae. Regarding wider industry involvement, Tyrrell has served on the Mortgage Bankers Association’s board of directors.

In addition to his expert understanding of the mortgage market and tech ecosystem, Tyrrell recently served as CEO of AI-driven relationship management platform Medallia. His experience bringing generative AI solutions to market for some of the most trusted brands globally positions him to lead Optimal Blue into the future as it deploys AI in specific use cases where it can add a high level of value without increasing risk, helping lenders be successful from the time they price a loan until they hedge and sell it.

“The 2024 HousingWire Vanguards represent the pinnacle of leadership in our industry, driving transformative growth within their organizations and setting new standards for excellence,” said HW Media Editor-in-Chief Sarah Wheeler. “These extraordinary leaders embody the innovative spirit and resilience crucial for navigating today’s dynamic housing landscape. Their groundbreaking achievements highlight the profound impact of visionary leadership, making the Vanguards award a career-defining honor reserved for the very best in our field.”

The full list of Vanguards winners is available on HousingWire.com.

About Optimal Blue
Optimal Blue effectively bridges the primary and secondary mortgage markets to deliver the industry’s only end-to-end capital markets platform. The company helps lenders of all sizes and scopes maximize profitability and operate efficiently so they can help American borrowers achieve the dream of homeownership. Through innovative technology, a network of interconnectivity, rich data insights, and expertise gathered over more than 20 years, Optimal Blue is an experienced partner that, in any market environment, allows lenders to optimize their advantage from pricing accuracy to margin protection, and every step in between. To learn more, visit OptimalBlue.com.

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