The Power of Partnerships with Owen Lee, Vice Chair of the MBA

Owen Lee has spent nearly three decades shaping the mortgage industry. Owen is the CEO of Success Mortgage Partners, Vice Chair of the Mortgage Bankers Association, and a relentless advocate for lenders and borrowers alike. And in this episode, he joins Dale to unpack what’s next for lending—including leadership, technology, and legislation.

From building a billion-dollar company to fighting for industry-wide reforms, Owen shares the principles that have guided his success—and how they can help you thrive amid rapid change. He explains why honesty is the foundation of strong leadership, how to create partnerships that elevate both sides, and why technology must enhance human relationships, not replace them.

They also dig into the biggest forces reshaping the industry, from AI and automation to looming regulatory shifts, and the wins MBA has delivered on Capitol Hill that every mortgage professional should know.

In this episode, Dale and Owen dive into:

‣ Why truth-telling is the cornerstone of effective leadership

‣ How to build partnerships that drive exponential growth

‣ What it takes to balance technology with trust in a digital age

‣ The biggest legislative wins (and looming battles) facing lenders

‣ Why involvement — not passivity — is the key to shaping the industry’s future

If you’re serious about leading well, scaling sustainably, and staying ahead of what’s coming next, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.