Title: Senior Account Executive
Company: Orion Lending
Location: Brea, California, United States
Chris Pinney, Senior Account Executive at Orion Lending, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements, and leadership in the Mortgage Industry.
Mr. Pinney, a seasoned professional in the mortgage lending industry, currently serves as a senior account executive at Orion Lending. In this role, he is recognized for his meticulous approach to deal structuring and his ability to provide swift and effective responses to inquiries without requiring external consultation. Mr. Pinney’s expertise in loans is evident through his adept handling of questions from underwriters and underwriting managers, showcasing his comprehensive understanding of the field. In addition to his role at Orion Lending, he has served as the chair and chief executive officer at CMNC Pinney Corporation in 2020.
Leveraging his expertise, Mr. Pinney’s leadership skills were honed during his tenure as a senior account executive at Change Wholesale from 2024 to 2025 and as the executive vice president at Brokers First Funding between 2023 and 2024. His career trajectory also included several other significant leadership roles, such as senior vice president of wholesale sales at LoanStream Wholesale from 2016 to 2022 and senior account executive at NewLeaf Lending between 2015 and 2016.
Mr. Pinney’s earlier experiences included serving as national sales manager at BluePoint Mortgage and senior account executive at Nations Direct Mortgage. Each position contributed to his deep understanding of the mortgage industry and refined his leadership capabilities. Mr. Pinney’s sales journey began with roles such as regional sales manager at New American Funding, dba Performance Home Loans. Before entering the mortgage sector, Mr. Pinney gained valuable experience as a staffing manager at Robert Half and as a sales manager for strategic accounts at Informative Research, dating back to 2006.
Mr. Pinney’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, which he completed in 2007. This academic foundation has been instrumental in his professional achievements, providing him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various leadership roles throughout his career. Mr. Pinney attributes much of his success to the unwavering support of his wife and mentors, as well as his diligence and focus.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Pinney is actively involved in civic activities as a supporter of the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. His dedication to community service complements his professional accolades, including being named among the Top 100 by Scotsman Guide in both 2019 and 2020.
Reflecting on his career, Mr. Pinney strongly believes in maintaining a mentality of never giving up, even when faced with adversity. Rather than shying away from challenges, he remains focused on what works while committing to his goals. While he also recognizes that the industry is constantly evolving, Mr. Pinney strives to continually reinvent himself to stay relevant, as what was previously successful may no longer yield success now or in the future.
Drawing inspiration from his youth, which was spent playing soccer, basketball, baseball and football, Mr. Pinney instills the values of hard work and dedication in both his family life and career. Looking ahead, he aims to become the top account executive in the country. His goal is to become a top account executive in the country in the next five to 10 years, funding $175 to $200 million or more each month in wholesale business. Moreover, Mr. Pinney envisions mentoring new and struggling account executives to help them reignite their passion for their careers.
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