THE GALAXY V3

VOLUME III

OUR CHILI COOK OFF CHAMPIONS MARSHEL NG JOSEPH PAMIZA CARMEN COOKE

JUNE 9TH 2017

MEET OUR JUDGES: JEREMY DENA JESS CURTIS

RICHARD

Now Through July 31st

We’re holding a Toy Drive here at Orion for the Kids over at CHOC Children’s hospital of Orange County.

This is something we can all participate in, here’s how: On-site staff, please bring toys to the office where they will be collected.

(See Jess in Marketing) Off-site staff, please use Amazon and have items delivered to Orion’s Home Base (address in my signature) We can help these young patients by donating NEW toys, games and other supplies. We can also donate cash and gift cards for the CHOC child life staff to purchase items most needed for our current patients. Due to infection control guidelines and for the protection of our patients, all donations must be newly purchased items. We are not able to utilize used goods.

The child life staff has compiled a list of items most needed by our patients.

Together, Orion Can Make a difference

in the lives of The kids at CHOC!

Infant & Toddler: Crib Toys – mobiles, mirrors, busy boxes Teethers & Rattles Little People/Weeble People Musical Toys (ones with buttons, knobs, light up, etc.)

See ’n Say/Talking phones Shape sorters/Stacking toys

Teenagers: We are always in need of more activities for our teen population.

Manicure kits with nail polish remover, files, etc.

Are especially useful for our girls who are in the hospital for extended periods of time.

Intricate craft kits (from stores such as Michaels) Wooden items to paint- birdhouses, small boxes, etc. (Michaels) Model kits (snap-together cars, airplanes, etc) Hand held electronic games DVD PG13 ratings (English and Spanish) New release movies only Video games: Wii, Playstation III, X box 360, Game Cube (Rated E & T-nonviolent) Magazine subscriptions: Teen Vogue, Seventeen, People, Bop, J-14, etc.

(Mailed to: CHOC Child Life Dept, 1201 W. La Veta Ave, Orange, CA 92868)

School age: Action Figures (Batman, Superman, Dora, Sponge Bob, My Little Pony, etc.)

Barbie Dolls/small dolls Beads & jewelry making kits Coloring books, Paint by Numbers, Velvet color posters Craft sets/ Stickers I Spy Books/Look ‘n’ Find books Light-up wands/Light & spin toys Small Lego building sets/Bionacles Hotwheel cars (small size cars) Playdoh/Model magic-all colors Playing cards & Uno cards Puzzles – 24, 63 & 100 pieces Markers & crayons Board Games

Other: Small toys from the Dollar Store Craft Supplies (Beads, crayons, markers, glue, paint by numbers, fuzzy art posters, coloring books, needlepoint, wooden items to paint (birdhouses, trinket boxes, etc.), Seasonal crafts, scissors.

Gift Cards Target Toys “R” Us or Babies “R” Us Walt-Mart Michael’s Barnes &Noble Best Buy And Visa gift cards are always appreciated!

These people made it happen in June Daphne Mukai Underwriter

Daphne has really helped fill in a large gap on the VA side. She has assisted with NOVs while an underwriter transitioned to Orion, worked on files for an underwrite who was out and stepped in to finish a final approval when everyone else had gone for the day at a moment’s notice. She is kind, thorough and a pleasure to work with.

Pat Byrd

Underwriter

Pat is new to Orion, however, in her first month here she has taken over files for an underwriter who left, worked on conditions for underwriters who were out, assisted in the soft roll out of USDA and all while learning a new company with all that comes along with that. Her attitude is amazing, her quality is impressive, her flexibility and communication are second to none. We are thankful she chose us.

Roseanna Morales Underwriter

Roseanna Morales is simply stated, an exceptional person. She has a kind, soft, swift, humble, pleasant way about her. She takes her time to work through each situation as if it is the only thing has going on. Her laugh will make you smile on the craziest of days.

Karen Aspinall

Underwriter

Karen has one of the best customer service qualities I’ve seen in this business. She is fast and makes each Broker know they are important to us. The team spirit and fun she brings to Orion is lifting to all that work with her.

Angela Hicks Underwriter

Angela is an amazing underwriter. Not only does she have great quality but her customer service on each loan file is above and beyond what most would think to offer. Angela takes the time to listen, goes the extra mile to obtain items herself to avoid the back and forth that can often happen and all things with urgency this job demands.

Manny Claudio

Underwriter

Manny works tirelessly on very complex files. He takes his time with Brokers to make them feel as if they are the only partner he serves. Manny never complains. He is a real joy to work with.

Justin Simpers

Stephanie Thomas

Funder Account Executive for always having positive attitude andHe a takes willingness JustinThank is by far you the kindest, most honest, caringaand busiest AE I’ve ever met. his time, ato lot help of it, out to listen, intervene and arrive at solutions on a loan by loan basis.

He is right there in the trenches to whenever I give you a call on our files. You’re such a pleasure to workassist with!! :) underwriting as needed too. He is truly an amazing person and we are more than blessed to work beside him.

Julia Tran

Post-closer extraordinaire

Since joining Orion last November, she has aggressively tackled the audited files clearing them faster than I could have expected.

She has the knowledge to challenge unnecessary conditions; she’s sensitive to the borrowers and the brokers frustrations; she’s a self-starter, going the extra mile to get what is needed without having to be instructed; is very organized; and is just a pleasure to work with.

Hannah de Freitas Santos Funder

Hannah is a great example of how to attack each day with urgency, She finds a way to Make It Happen in funding regardless of the obstacles in her path. She’s a Rock Star Funder!

Mirna Aguilera

Doc Specialist

Mirna is the epitome of ONE TEAM. Mirna is always willing to stop and help a co-worker in need regardless of how busy she is. She is amazingly helpful and patient!

Clark Knoblock, Joseph Pamiza, Lynette Smith &Meagen Ferrin.

The Broker shared this: “Orion took on a full file June 19th, Approved it June 21st and funded June 28th!! I couldn’t be more satisfied with the efficiency and team work of this lender!! Clark, Joe, Lynette and Meagen are amazing!!” This is very typical of Lynette and the rest of the amazing team. Lynette is lightning fast, accurate with great QC scores and always willing to help others even if it means giving up her holiday weekend to do so.

Shannan Spann Underwriter

Shannan Spann has been instrumental in the continued service for our team. She has stepped in cross team to assist us. Shannan goes above and beyond in everything she does. Even when her queue is larger than any others while she was in the midst of a large life event she still came through and we received these kudos from a Broker: “Justin and his team are always easy to work and communicate with and have always closed our transactions on time.” Shannan’s wiliness to step into any situation and redirect as needed for urgencies with a great attitude is second to none. We appreciate you Shannan! Thank you for all you do!

Tammy Weems (Hilligas)

Underwriter

Tammy supports a very busy Account Executive, works through some very challenging loan files with grace, has superb communication with all parities and still finds time to help others in need without sacrificing quality. We can count on her in every area. She makes a very tough job look easy. She represents everything Orion stands for and is a pleasure to work with.

Peter Kim

Senior Systems Analyst

Peter is often times behind the scenes kind of guy. You don’t know he is there supporting your role daily until you really need him to step out from behind the curtain and save your behind. . . so to speak. He never fails to provide assistance and answer inquires with the extreme urgency really needed on the spot. He never makes you feel silly for the questions posed and always has extreme patience with us and we need it a lot.

Pete Lunetto

Director of Credit Risk

Pete has been a wonderful resource for us in underwriting. He answers his phone if he is at his desk, which is frequently, and never fails to assist; and everything we do is of urgent matter by the time it gets to him. We really appreciate his insight and wiliness to hear all side of situation and provide clear direction. The support he lends is amazing as is his common sense approach to matters.

Curtis Edwards

Executive Vice President

Although I can’t image how busy he is, no matter how large we grow he is right there in the trenches when we need him.

When I can’t get a hold of any other powers that be, I know that Curtis will answer my silly questions or lend assistance in a moment’s notice without hesitation. I am honored to work for and with such an amazing person.

The Great

American Eclipse On August 21, 2017, millions of people across the United States will see nature’s most wondrous spectacle — a total eclipse of the Sun. It is a scene of unimaginable beauty; the Moon completely blocks the Sun, daytime becomes a deep twilight, and the Sun’s corona shimmers in the darkened sky.

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August 21, 2017

Orion Lending Home of the Busy Bees

There’s no team sweeter than ours.

What’s the buzz Jeremy?

This past week was the first week of summer for my girls and naturally our home has been a thoroughfare of play dates and sleep overs. The highlight for me comes after a great day at the office and as I pull into the driveway at home… no matter how many goals we accomplished while maximizing the minutes, no matter how many hills we climbed, advancements made, successes shared, potholes repaired and no matter how many challenges we tackled together, it all melts away as I pull into that driveway. Now maximizing the minute’s takes on a whole new meaning for me as I move towards the front door… it’s in those minutes ahead that I down-shift from business to something far more important; My other career... Spending as much unobstructed time with my family. We all throw our heart and guts into this thing every minute here at work, and trust me, that doesn’t go unnoticed…we have something extremely special here, however its exceedingly important you also have unobstructed time to yourself, whether that be with family, or loved ones, or doing something you love. Disconnect, decompress, self-reflect, whatever the proclivity, it’s important you do this, especially as we head into the summer lending run.

In terms of our run, we are one of very few companies who continues to execute extremely well, while remaining profitable, growing and capitalizing on strategic opportunities. This is a very challenging business we are in. Finding stability, and moreover, success stories in today’s lending space is increasingly illusive and tough to come by. You are all a part of a very special success story in the making. Each of you has helped write our prologue and the first chapters. It’s just the beginning here and I want to say how incredibly grateful I am to work with and among you all!

Now let’s go out and own July!

2017 Funding Goal - $1.5 Billion 2.0B

June Goal $120,000,000.00

$115,900,000 June Funded Volume

$600,968,839 YTD Funded Volume

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2. the combined action of a group of people, especially when effective and efficient.

New Hires

Take a moment to welcome the newest members of the Orion Family!

Penny Tweedt Outside Account Executive Gina Hernandez Quality Control Underwriter/Post Closing Alan Jacobs Underwriter Kerri Klein Underwriter David Blum Outside Account Executive

June & July Anniversaries

Congratulate our most established members of the Orion Family!

2 Years

GUADALUPE GONZALEZ Loan Set Up AMY PERKINS Account Manager DAPHNE MUKAI UNDERWRITER

1 Year TAMMY WEEMS Offsite Underwriter

DANIEL VELASQUEZ Jr. Funder

ROSEANNA MORALES UNDERWRITER

JOEL GARCIA Account Executive

JENNIFER WARREN Funder

GABRIELA SAIDIANI Junior Account Manager

MICHAEL A RAGO Account Executive

MICHELLE WHITE Account Manager

MICHELLE AMEND Offsite Underwriter

JAMES J FINCH Divisional Vice President

JAIME GALEANA Facilities and IT

BLANCA VASQUEZ Offsite Underwiter

VICTOR CSERER Account Executive

MAYRA RANGEL Underwriter

GABRIELA RUDAS Offsite Underwiter

ROBERTA GARDEA Loan Set Up Specialist

LAURA MAGANA STAR Portal Admin

B i r r t h e d m a m y u s S Jun

2 2 e 20 r th - Septe m b e

MICHAEL A RAGO CATHERINE BROOKS JUNE VU WILLIAM PEREZ HERNANDEZ ROSAMARIA DELGADO TAMMY LYNN WEEMS STACI R GOODMAN TONY HUANG BEATRIZ HERNANDEZ CAITLIN M NOLAN LORRAINE M. PINA AARON M. GALLEGOS LUCY PARKER ISABEL RAMIREZ CRYSTALYN LOPARO GLENN DANFORD MELISSA GARCIA MONICA CORNEJO LICIA BEEMER BRENDA CASSTEVENS JESSICA CUCCIA KRISTA BRADFORD

July 16 July 19 July 23 July 26 July 27 July 31 August 02 August 10 August 11 August 12 August 12

June 22 June 26 June 27 July 03 July 03 July 05 July 06 July 08 July 10 July 11 July 14

LYNETTE SMITH ROBERTA GARDEA TOM LANCASTER BRIANNA MARIE SANCHEZ JAMES A DRING NGUYEN THAO TRAN DEON MARVIN SMOYER FINA SALCIDO Rick SAGASTUME ANGELA HICKS PATRICIA ORTIZ

August 15 August 25 August 27 September 08 September 11 September 14 September 16 September 16 September 18 September 20 September 22