Over the course of his career in the mortgage business, Gavin Ekstrom has established himself as an industry leader in the Denver area. In 2012, he earned a place on the list of Denver Five Star Mortgage Professionals, which includes only 7 percent of all mortgage and insurance professionals in the Denver area. In a survey involving peers, clients, and industry experts, Gavin Ekstrom received widespread recognition for his customized financial solutions and his active participation in all stages of the loan process.
Gavin Ekstrom currently works as an area branch manager with Citywide Home Loans in Denver, where he manages a staff of more than 85 employees and ensures that all loans adhere to federal law and company guidelines. He also remains firmly dedicated to community service and frequently contributes to organizations such the Boys and Girls Club. In his free time, Mr. Ekstrom enjoys reading, playing basketball, and traveling the world.
Founded on December 7, 1998 by Steven J. Goorman as Citywide Funding, his entrepreneurial, dynamic, and determined style has grown the small broker company of just 5 employees to the large corporation it is today. Even though Citywide Home Loans now employs over 400 employees and covers 12 states, the company still maintains its small company roots. Steve Goorman lives by the motto, “leadership is taught by example.”