Meet The Team

The Lending Arena Team is a selected group of individuals, foremost in their prospective positions, offering our borrowers and partners unparalleled service and first-rate experience.

  • Romik Yeghnazary | Founder-CEO

    During his 20+ year career, Romik has funded over seven hundred million dollars in volume. His passion for finance, reputable work ethic, and drive to put the best deals together for his clients, inspired him to open his own boutique mortgage brokerage. The Lending Team utilize a custom, innovative system with a mission to provide first class customer service with the best purchase, refinance and home equity loan solutions.

  • Rony Yeghnazary | Operations Manager

    The operations manager is committed to ensuring the business runs like a well-oiled machine, coordinating seamlessly with title, lenders, underwriters and real estate agents so closings happen on time and homebuyers are satisfied throughout the process from beginning to end. Rony values the importance of hands-on customer service and going above and beyond for client throughout the process from beginning to end.

  • Patrick OKeefe | C.O.O.

    Patrick brings over 25 years of expertise in business development, operations, and relationship management. He has played a key role in the growth of organizations such as the Institute of Customer Management and Hunt Real Estate. With a proven ability to bridge the gap between lending and real estate, Patrick ensures that every agent we partner with receives exceptional support, clear communication, and results-driven strategies.

  • Narineh Vartanians | Senior Processor

    As senior processor, Narineh Vartanians is a critical part of the Lending Arena team, putting every piece of the puzzle in place before a borrower can initiate a loan and purchase a home. The prequalification process requires strict attention to detail with a nuanced comprehension of income and assets. The goal is matching up customers with a loan that makes sense as a comfortable, beneficial fit.

  • Nick Vartanians | Processor

    Nick is an integral part of the Lending Arena team, working as a loan processor lining up customers with a home that matches their respective needs, desires and lifestyle. Once a loan is prequalified, Nick sets it up for the underwriter, making sure the paperwork is in order and disclosures are filed before the process is handed over to the bank.

  • Melissa Alexanians | Sr. Loan Officer

    Melissa brings over two decades of proven success in mortgage banking, guiding thousands of homeowners since 2002. Recognized as one of the leading mortgage bankers in the country, she combines deep industry expertise with an unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. From first-time buyers to seasoned homeowners, Melissa ensures every client receives clear guidance, tailored solutions, and results that speak for themselves.

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