Released on: July 24, 2008, 8:31 pm

Press Release Author: Gary Harwyn/Daniel Island Mortgage

Industry: Financial

Press Release Summary: Despite the slowing real estate market, Daniel Island Mortgage positions itself for future growth and business in the Charleston metro area, adding five senior loan officers and a mortgage processor to its dynamic sales team.

Press Release Body: CHARLESTON, SC - July 24, 2008 -Daniel Island Mortgage, a local mortgage brokerage firm serving the Charleston area, announces the company has added six new members to its strategic mortgage team. Dan Mykols, Sherri Drolapas, Jarrett Carter, Kris Olson, and Jennifer Williams have been hired as senior loan officers, and Robyn Cunningham joins the firm as a mortgage processor.

Dan Mykols is an industry top producer with over 11 years of banking and mortgage experience. He has originated over 200 million in mortgage volume and has helped several banks establish and grow mortgage divisions. He focuses on business development, loan production, and relocation assistance. Mykols and his wife recently moved from Detroit and were so impressed with the level of service and expertise they received from Daniel Island Mortgage that Dan inquired about a position with the firm.

Sherri Drolapas, a Charleston resident of 25 years and a College of Charleston graduate, is responsible for residential business development and loan production. She has 10 years of mortgage and stock brokerage experience and is currently seeking her MBA.

Jarrett Carter brings 10 years of mortgage experience to his position, focusing on residential business development and loan production. He was recognized for outstanding service in both the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Army.

Jennifer Williams has over 11 years of experience in the mortgage industry, specifically in loan origination, underwriting, auditing, and retail lending. She specializes in construction and commercial financing.

Kris Olson brings six years of mortgage industry experience, including management and origination positions. In addition to conventional residential lending, he specializes in commercial and investment property financing.

Robyn Cunningham has three years of mortgage experience and holds a Bachelor of Science in human services from Mercer University and a Master of Science in professional counseling from Georgia State University.

Regarding the mortgage industry\'s down market, president Gary Harwyn states that it is important to point out what sets his company apart from those people hear about on the news. \"Our goal is to maintain the position as a local leader in personalized and creative mortgage finance solutions for our clientele. Marketing and rates just don\'t sell mortgages and drive transactions. Trust and relationships do. We stand apart in our commitment to develop a lasting relationship with our clients.\"

In addition to their dedication to each customer, recruiting the best minds in mortgage sales, marketing, and financing has contributed to the firm\'s successful growth in the current market.

\"I believe our commitment to recruiting top-notch personnel for every position is reflective of our innovative company culture, our momentum in the marketplace, and our vision to change the way customers perceive the mortgage experience,\" says Harwyn.

About Daniel Island Mortgage:

Daniel Island Mortgage is a preeminent local leader in the mortgage industry. With 10 loan officers and two full-time processors, Daniel Island Mortgage, Inc., provides clients with residential and commercial mortgage financing solutions throughout the Charleston market.

Contact:
Gary Harwyn, president
Daniel Island Mortgage
Phone: 843-375-1234
Fax: 843-375-1235
www.danielislandmortgage.com
gary@danielislandmortgage.com
672 Marina Drive Suite 107
Daniel Island SC 29492
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Web Site: http://www.danielislandmortgage.com

Contact Details: 672 Marina Drive Suite 107
Daniel Island SC 29492
Phone: 843-375-1234
Fax: 843-375-1235