Kenny Thompson
About Kenny Thompson
Kenny Thompson serves as the Vice President and General Manager at Interest Mortgage, where he has led the digital transformation of the mortgage lending process since 2021. He holds an MBA from the University of Virginia and has extensive experience in capital markets and financing from his previous roles at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Red Ventures.
Current Role at Interest Mortgage
Kenny Thompson serves as the General Manager at Interest Mortgage, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he has focused on the digital transformation of the mortgage lending process. His leadership has contributed to the establishment of a digital mortgage lender, which operates under NMLS #2071888. Thompson's efforts aim to enhance efficiency and customer experience within the mortgage industry.
Work at Red Ventures
Thompson has an extensive history with Red Ventures, where he has held multiple positions. He started as a Senior Associate from 2015 to 2017, followed by a promotion to Director from 2017 to 2019. In 2019, he became Vice President, a role he continues to fulfill. His responsibilities have included overseeing various projects and initiatives that align with the company's strategic goals.
Education and Expertise
Thompson earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Virginia - Darden Graduate School of Business Administration, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 2003 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation in business administration and management.
Background in Capital Markets
Before his tenure at Red Ventures and Interest Mortgage, Thompson worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch as an Associate in FIG Capital Markets & Financing from 2007 to 2012. This experience in capital markets and financing has equipped him with valuable skills and insights that he applies in his current roles.