Venta Financial Group, a wholesale and retail mortgage banker, hired Mark Ciolfi as executive vice president this week.

In his new role, Ciolfi will help Venta increase its production on a national level through strategic expansion into new regions, while launching new programs and supporting current and new branches.

Ciolfi holds over 20 years of experience in mortgage banking, most recently as an executive at First Choice Loan Services.

"Our culture, mission and passion for sustainable homeownership is something we place a great emphasis on," said Jason Madiedo, CEO of Venta. 

"We’re committed to growing by enhancing the mortgage lending experience for borrowers, production staff, operations and all members of the lending supply chain." he added.