Brandy Titus, 1st VP Regional Mortgage Sales Manager of Southern Michigan Bank & Trust (SMBT), has announced the appointment of Karla Mullaly as VP, Mortgage Loan Officer for the Hillsdale market.
Mullaly brings over 15 years of experience in mortgage lending and underwriting to her new role with Southern. A graduate of Jonesville High School, Mullaly earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University. She began her banking career as a Mortgage Underwriter/Processor and Manager before transitioning to the role of Mortgage Loan Officer, where she has built a strong reputation with local referral partners.
Mullaly resides in Reading with her husband, Shawn, and their two children. Outside of work, she enjoys photography and supporting her kids in their sports activities. She also teaches a first-time homebuyer class in partnership with the Community Action Agency.
"We are thrilled to welcome Karla to the Retail Lending team at Southern," said Titus. "With her extensive industry knowledge and deep understanding of the local market, she is well-positioned to guide our clients through the home-buying process. Her personalized approach and strong community ties will be an invaluable asset to both the bank and our customers."