Riding the Wave: Kevin Kim’s Unconventional Success

Industry Insights, Unconventional

In Episode 16 of Unconventional, Bill Tessar sits down with Kevin Kim, Partner and Head of Corporate Securities at Fortune Law—a nationally recognized expert in mortgage fund formation and a trusted advisor across private lending.  But Kevin’s story doesn’t start in a...

Navigating Change: Tax Strategy & Real Estate

Unconventional

In this special edition of Unconventional with Bill Tessar, Bill sits down with tax strategist and managing partner of Robert Hall & Associates, Tony Watson, to break down a sweeping new federal tax law and what it could mean for individuals, families, and real...

Nema Daghbandan’s Journey from Law to Lending Innovation

Industry Insights, Unconventional

In Episode 14 of Unconventional, host Bill Tessar sits down with Nema Daghbandan, CEO of Lightning Docs and Partner at Fortra Law, to explore how a lawyer-turned-innovator took one of the most traditional industries, private lending, and transformed it with...

Freeman Sawyer’s Road from Sales to Service

Industry Insights, Unconventional

In Episode 13 of Unconventional, host Bill Tessar sits down with Freeman Sawyer, Regional Vice President at Cross Country Mortgage and Founder of Heroes Ranch—a sanctuary for veterans, first responders, and families with special needs. Freeman’s story isn’t just about...

Turning Data into Direction: The Birth of Forecasa

Unconventional

In Episode 12 of Unconventional, host Bill Tessar sits down with Sean Morgan, Co-Founder and CEO of Forecasa, one of the most talked-about analytics platforms in private lending. Sean’s story isn’t just about numbers—it’s about how grit, curiosity, and purpose can...