Kelley Grealis, Cmb
About Kelley Grealis, Cmb
Kelley Grealis is the Chief Risk Officer at Union Home Mortgage Corp., overseeing critical functions such as Internal Audit and Regulatory Compliance. With a background in compliance and risk management, Grealis has held various leadership roles in the financial services industry since 2001.
Current Role at Union Home Mortgage
Kelley Grealis serves as the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) at Union Home Mortgage Corp. since 2021. In this role, she oversees the strategic direction of multiple critical functions, including Internal Audit, Regulatory Compliance, and Quality Control. Her responsibilities encompass managing various risk-related processes that are essential for the company's operational integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Union Home Mortgage, Kelley Grealis held several key positions in the financial services sector. She worked at The PNC Financial Services Group as Vice President - Compliance Training Manager from 2010 to 2014. Prior to that, she served as Vice President, Implementation & Risk Manager from 2008 to 2010. Her experience also includes a role as Vice President, Credit & Risk Manager at National City from 2003 to 2007, and as Chief Compliance Officer at Third Federal Savings & Loan from 2014 to 2016.
Educational Background
Kelley Grealis has a solid educational foundation in business and accounting. She earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Cleveland State University, where she studied from 2004 to 2005. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Baldwin Wallace University, studying from 1997 to 1999. Additionally, she has attended Holy Name for her early education.
Expertise in Compliance and Risk Management
Kelley Grealis possesses extensive expertise in compliance and risk management within the mortgage industry. She has a comprehensive role that includes overseeing pre-funding, post-closing, and servicing quality control processes. Her experience also includes managing Government Insuring and Agency repurchase requests, demonstrating her proficiency in navigating complex regulatory environments.
Professional Designations and Leadership
Kelley Grealis holds the Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB) designation, reflecting her commitment to professional development in the mortgage banking field. She has also led initiatives such as the expansion of the Government Relations Department in Washington, D.C., showcasing her leadership capabilities and influence within the industry.