The Collingwood Group, an advisory firm based in Washington, has added yet another industry veteran to its staff – Ray Romano, a former senior vice president of credit risk for Freddie Mac.
Romano, whose hiring is effective Tuesday, will serve as a senior advisor at Collingwood, a firm that includes former top executives at the Government National Mortgage Association, Federal Housing Administration, Fannie Mae, Clayton Holdings and other mortgage related companies.
Collingwood said Romano, who has worked in mortgage banking for 26 years, will “further help clients navigate the business opportunities that exist in Washington as a result of the housing crisis.”
His immediate background includes an expertise in risk management for consumer and multifamily products.
During his career he also has worked for Washington Mutual, North American Mortgage Co., and Dime Savings Bank of New York.
