Northmarq announces leadership promotions on Servicing, Agency and FHA Finance teams

MINNEAPOLIS (Feb. 18, 2025) — Northmarq is pleased to announce today leadership promotions within our Servicing, Agency and FHA Finance teams as the firm continues to integrate agency resources into a single Northmarq Agency team.

Promotions include:

• Bill Rosenbauer promoted to Chief Credit Officer.
• Stephanie Studer promoted to Fannie Mae DUS Chief Underwriter.
• Jeff Davis promoted to Senior Director – Portfolio & Asset Management.
• Tarrah Mueller promoted to Senior Director – Servicing Business Development.

“We are bringing our credit teams together to more closely align our efforts and maximize our resources into a single Northmarq Agency team,” said Jay Donaldson, President of Northmarq’s Agency and FHA Finance. “Our team will have greater flexibility to meet the needs of the market and deliver an enhanced execution for our clients.”

As Chief Credit Officer, Rosenbauer will lead the strategic direction of the underwriting group to drive growth for Northmarq’s Agency business while continuing the firm’s excellent reputation with both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. One of his key priorities will be the integration of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac underwriting teams to maximize resources and enhance processes.

Studer, as Fannie Mae DUS Chief Underwriter, will be responsible for maintaining Northmarq’s strong credit reputation with Fannie Mae and working directly with Northmarq’s regional offices to collaborate for solutions-oriented outcomes and constant education regarding the changing credit landscape. Studer’s background in managing the Fannie Mae underwriting group, making key credit decisions, and finding creative solutions align seamlessly with this new role.

Davis, as Senior Director of Portfolio & Asset Management, has built a track record of strategic planning, innovation and development on Northmarq’s Servicing team. This new role will also include the leadership of Northmarq’s 1031 Exchange and Defeasance teams, which are valuable services for clients over the life of the loan.  

Mueller, as Senior Director - Servicing Business Development, will continue her ongoing success in leading the Service Business Development team — which is a major driver in Northmarq’s portfolio growth. She will expand her efforts to also work closely with the 1031 Exchange and Defeasance teams, offering guidance and expertise in business development that she has continuously provided in building Northmarq’s Servicing portfolio.