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Image caption: Benchmark Mortgage Chief Marketing Officer Clay McMurray.<\/em><\/p>\n
McMurray previously served as vice president of marketing at ValuTrac Software, where he transformed the company\u2019s brand identity through visual and content strategies. He also served as chief marketing and brand officer at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., where he expanded the company\u2019s national brand recognition and supported its growth to a top 10 national lender.<\/p>\n
At Benchmark Mortgage, McMurray will lead the company\u2019s marketing initiatives as it introduces innovative mortgage strategies and marketing technology. He will also support its national events such as the annual Boot\u2019n & Shoot\u2019n fundraiser.<\/p>\n
More information about Benchmark Mortgage\u2019s philanthropic efforts can be found here: https:\/\/benchmark.us\/the-benchmark-way\/giving-back<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cHiring Clay as our new chief marketing officer is a strategic decision,\u201d said Stewart Hunter, founder and CEO of Benchmark Mortgage. \u201cInnovation and transparency are more than ideals in our always evolving mortgage landscape \u2014 they\u2019re necessities. Clay delivers a forward-thinking approach plus a deep understanding of how trust, technology and brand integrity drive long-term growth.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cClay\u2019s vision will help us further strengthen our connection with our borrowing families, empower our partners and continue shaping a company that leads through clarity, creativity, community and purpose,\u201d said Jim McMahan, president of Benchmark Mortgage. \u201cClay understands that marketing is about more than messaging \u2014 it\u2019s about building trust. His leadership will help us continue to elevate how we serve our clients, support our team and show up in the communities where we live and work.\u201d<\/p>\n “Benchmark is a built on strong values, outstanding leadership, and a genuine commitment to serving others, especially our nation\u2019s veterans,\u201d said Clay McMurray. \u201cBenchmark has a powerful story and an even brighter future, and I\u2019m thrilled to help bring that story to life in a bigger, bolder way.”<\/p>\n About Benchmark Mortgage<\/strong><\/p>\n Founded in 1999, Benchmark Mortgage is a nationally recognized brand offering a wide range of mortgage products with a focus on serving veterans and first responders. The company has built a dynamic lending community by focusing on integrity and relationships. The power of creativity and innovation sets Benchmark apart from its competitors. Learn more:\u00a0https:\/\/benchmark.us\/<\/a><\/p>\n
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