HFN Names Execs, Plans New Ops Center

Homebuilders Financial Network, Miami Lakes, Fla., a provider of in-house mortgage lending to homebuilders, has announced the appointment of two executives and the planned opening of a new West Coast Operations Center in Orange County, Calif., to help "solidify its West Coast presence."Stephen Hoff, 44, was named senior vice president of national sales and marketing, and Syllen Brown, 43, was named vice president of West Coast operations. In their new posts, the pair will be responsible for business development in the homebuilder, Realtor, and commercial real estate sectors, the company said. Mr. Hoff, an 18-year veteran of the mortgage banking industry, previously held various posts with companies such as Asmes Home Loan and Pedestal Inc., HFN said. Ms. Brown, who has 17 years of experience in the multistate mortgage lending business, previously served as vice president of Beazer Mortgage and regional manager of various mortgage companies. HFN can be found online at http://www.hfn.com.