Dear Friends: As you may have noticed in past issues, Broker Banker Magazine selects and features Top Producers, Rising Stars, Industry Icons and/or Innovative or Outstanding Companies on the rise. The organizations and/or mortgage professionals featured, possess qualities that distinguish themselves within the mortgage industry. They are revered for their professionalism and outstanding reputations. Their success in production is paramount, as well as the unique style by which they achieve their success. All candidates must be nominated by Mortgage Professionals, REALTORS®, Brokers, Office Managers, Affiliates or magazine staff. Once the nomination has been accepted, the process continues with a personal interview, business reference check, and final approval from Broker Banker magazine staff. If you would like to nominate a person, group, team or company, please complete and submit the following Nomination Form: CLICK HERE   Qualifications for Top Producer, Industry Icon & Rising Star : Great reputation (Most important) Top Producer (3 million+ in production per month preferred) In the mortgage Industry: Industry Icon: In the business 10+ years Top Producer: In the business 5+ years Rising Star: In the business 2+ years Qualifications for Innovative or Outstanding Company: Helping to change the mortgage industry for the better Conducting business or providing services in a unique way Providing a unique work environment Growing very quickly using a unique business model