October 2025
The Sente Special: Sente 18th Anniversary
What's Inside
Tom's 18th Anniversary Video
Sente Sentiments
Sente Strides
Watch Tom's video celebrating 18 years of Sente!
What's been the most significant change you've witnessed at Sente during your tenure?
Laura Comstock
Director of Onboarding, Engagement and Training
13 years with Sente
“Sente created a culture statement with contributions from employees, allowing us to help build the foundation of the culture that we all embrace. It is fun to hear other employees refer to a specific core value and relate to it on a personal level.”
What's your favorite memory from your time at Sente?
Lisa Curry
Strategic Systems Manager
18 years with Sente
“After 18 years with Sente, I have so many memories. The one I am most proud of was when I was awarded the Kenton K. Brown Spirit Award back in 2017. Having known Kenton, it was such an honor, and it humbles me to this day.”
James Racanelli
Branch Manager/Mortgage Banker
18 years with Sente
“We did a very difficult second lien cashout recently for an 81-year-old couple on a fixed income. Their monthly cash flow changed by $3,500/month. The loan changes their financial picture and helps them sleep at night. I have never seen a couple that happy at closing.”
Brent Berry
Director of Capital Markets
16 years with Sente
“A good memory I have is playing Go with Kenton. We had a board set up in the common area of the main office and would use a piece of candy to show which player’s turn it was. We would each play our turns throughout the days as we had time. I didn’t beat him very often but had fun talking trash when I did get him into Gote!”
What advice would you give to new employees joining Sente today?
Diana Dadoly
Chief Financial Officer
10 years with Sente
“Ask questions—not just about your role but about what happens before and after your part in the process. Understanding the bigger picture helps you contribute more effectively and may uncover opportunities to improve workflows or drive efficiencies. Your curiosity can be a catalyst for innovation.”
What makes you most proud to work here?
Karen Elliott
Regional Manager/Mortgage Banker
14 years with Sente
“We have good people who are talented and make the company better every year.”
Kristin Carroll
Mortgage Banker
18 years with Sente
“One of my favorite memories of my years at Sente was the shock, surprise, and happiness I felt when I won the Kenton K. Brown Sente Spirit Award in 2016."
"This award means so much to me as Kenton was truly my best friend in business for over 16 years. He was a friend, mentor, and leader to so many of us at Sente and his legacy of education, leadership and love will live at Sente forever.”
Jim Browarski
IT Manager
10 years with Sente
"I am most proud of the relationship I have with other members of the management team. They are always helpful and make themselves available if I have questions or need information.”
Julie Bryant
Director of Closing
15 years with Sente
“What makes me proud to work at Sente is the amazing team we have and the collaborative spirit that drives us. Together, we focus on a common goal–closing loans and turning our buyers’ dreams of homeownership into reality. It's incredibly rewarding to be part of a group that is dedicated to making such a positive impact in people's lives.”
- Founded in 2007
- Reached $1 billion in total volume, 2007–2011
- Moved to hedging and mandatory delivery, 2011
- Introduced updated Core Values, 2011
- Made the Inc. 5000 (fastest growing companies in the nation) two years in a row, 2012–2013
- Became Fannie Mae approved, 2013
- Began servicing loans, 2013
- Achieved 10,000 closed loans, 2007–2015
- Started co-issue servicing delivery, 2015
- Recognized first Kenton K. Brown Sente Spirit Award winner, 2016
- Gained Freddie Mac approval, 2017
- Reached $5 billion in total volume, 2007–2020
- Moved into new corporate headquarters building, 2021
- Achieved 25,000 closed loans, 2007–2023
- Received Ginnie Mae approval, 2025
- Expanded licensing footprint to 15 states, 2025
- Grew servicing portfolio to $1 billion and 4,500+ loans, 2025
Purpose and Core Values
Learn, Stretch & Grow
Deliver on our Promises
Embrace Challenges as Opportunities
Improve and Innovate
Care So Much We Make a Difference
Always Do The Right Thing
Think Long Term