Mike Pandazos Joins Premier Plus Lending as Director of Strategic Growth to Enhance Expansion Efforts

Premier Plus Lending Welcomes Mike Pandazos

Premier Plus Lending (PPL) has officially announced the appointment of Mike Pandazos as its new Director of Strategic Growth. This new leadership position is strategically created to bolster the company's ongoing growth and to reinforce its standing as a rapidly emerging leader in California's mortgage industry.

Mike Pandazos is not just any banker; he is a recognized expert in the field, ranking in the top 1% of mortgage originators nationwide. With an impressive track record spanning over twenty years, Pandazos has honed his skills across various financing types, including Conventional, Non-QM, FHA, VA, and Jumbo loans. His disciplined execution and technical acumen have made him a trusted figure among homebuyers as well as real estate professionals, consistently delivering outstanding results.

In this newly established role, Pandazos is expected to work collaboratively with the executive leadership of PPL to cultivate market growth initiatives, streamline performance, and enhance the company's referral-centric business ecosystem. His vast experiences in team leadership, process optimization, and operational strategy uniquely position him to contribute significantly as PPL expands its service reach across California.

Artin Babayan, CEO of Premier Plus Lending, expressed his enthusiasm about Pandazos's appointment. He stated, “Mike is an exceptional addition to our leadership team. His expertise, professionalism, and strategic mindset perfectly align with the values that have fueled our growth. His leadership will help us amplify our impact while maintaining the clarity, speed, and precision that define the PPL experience.”

Pandazos's reputation for a client-first approach and the solid trust he has built with real estate partners throughout California have made him a highly regarded figure in the industry. His ability to blend analytical insights with high-quality service will undoubtedly bolster PPL's long-term vision as they look to enhance their services.

Feeling honored to join Premier Plus Lending during this robust growth phase, Pandazos remarked, “The company's dedication to excellence, collaboration, and long-term partnerships reflects everything I value in this industry. I am eager to support the team and play a part in driving our growth forward.”

About Premier Plus Lending

Founded in 2022, Premier Plus Lending is a high-performing mortgage company based in Sherman Oaks, California. The company was established to deliver clarity, speed, and precision in mortgage services, uniting top-tier loan officers, experienced processors, and industry specialists under a single framework. In the year 2025, PPL achieved a remarkable $500 million in funded loan volume, marking a 70% surge in loan volume and a 59% increase in loans closed year-on-year. This remarkable growth exemplifies PPL's commitment to redefining expectations in performance, partnership, and professionalism in the mortgage sector.