Chris Braunstein
About Chris Braunstein
Chris Braunstein is the Pricing and Platform Manager at First Financial Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio, with extensive experience in residential lending and secondary market management.
Current Role at First Financial Bank
Chris Braunstein is currently serving as the Pricing and Platform Manager at First Financial Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio. He began this role on June 1, 2018. In this position, he utilizes tools such as Encompass and Optimal Blue, including its Secondary Services, to manage pricing strategies and platforms effectively. His responsibilities include maximizing revenue from loan sales by managing the hedge, demonstrating his proficiency in this area.
Experience at MainSource Bank
Before his current role, Chris Braunstein worked at MainSource Bank as the Pricing and Platform Manager. He held this position for two years, from 2016 to 2018, in the Cincinnati Area. During this period, he honed his skills in managing pricing strategies and platforms for the bank, which enabled him to move on to a similar role at First Financial Bank.
Previous Role at Cheviot Savings Bank
From 2011 to 2016, Chris Braunstein served as the Vice President of Residential Lending at Cheviot Savings Bank. In this position, he played a key role in residential lending operations, overseeing loan processes and ensuring compliance with lending standards. His experience in this role provided him with a strong foundation in lending and loan management.
Background in Secondary Market Management
Chris Braunstein's early career included a significant role at Franklin Savings, where he worked as the Secondary Market Manager from 2005 to 2011. In this capacity, he managed the secondary market activities, ensuring the optimal sale of loans. His experience in secondary market management laid the groundwork for his later roles in residential lending and pricing management.
Educational Background
Chris Braunstein holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the University of Cincinnati, where he studied from 1988 to 1993. Prior to his university education, he attended Elder High School from 1984 to 1987. His strong mathematical background has contributed to his ability to manage complex pricing strategies and platforms in his professional roles.