As the VP of Business Development, James drives UAM’s growth by building high-trust relationships with top-producing agents throughout Hampton Roads. He oversees recruiting, strategic partnerships, and the development of programs like MVP and UP, which help agents scale their business through stronger lending support. James brings a direct, results-focused approach shaped by years of working on both the real estate and mortgage sides of the industry. His role centers on making UAM the go-to lending partner for agents who expect speed, accuracy, and creativity on every file.

Together, James and Gloria Griffin Odom, VP of Operations & Corporate Loan Officer, form the leadership team that keeps UAM family-strong, locally focused, and performance-driven. Their combined experience shapes the culture that Real Producers agents experience: personal service, fast execution, and mortgage expertise that strengthens your business.