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Oak Street Servicing, LLC is a diversified financial services company that offers third-party loan servicing for a wide range of collateral and asset types. Oak Street Servicing is a wholly owned subsidiary of Oak Street Funding, who pioneered the concept for intangible based cash flow lending in 2003. We are appropriately licensed to originate and service commercial loans in all 50 states. To learn more about Oak Street Funding, click here.

		Rick Dennen: Chairman, President and CEO Rick Dennen started his career over 20 years ago in public accounting for a Big Four Firm focusing on the manufacturing and financial services industries. He held various leadership positions including responsibility for growth and software development. In 2000, he entered the private sector as a limited partner in a venture fund. His primary responsibilities included developing and evaluating business plans and financial models, deal structuring, negotiation, and portfolio management. In 2003, Rick was hired by Oak Street Mortgage to diversify their revenue stream focused exclusively on the mortgage business. During the first year, Rick led the effort to acquire a contingent debt collection Company. Over the next three years, he assisted in the transformation to a purchase debt company that went from 17 to 120 employees, from less than $100,000 of pre-tax earnings to over $9.2 million in its third full year and became recognized as an Inc 500 company. The 400% increase in profitability was due entirely to organic growth. Also in 2003, Rick wrote the business plan for Oak Street Funding and developed every aspect of the business including the sales and marketing channels, underwriting guidelines, proprietary software, and capital. Rick has a strong record of starting up and turning around large businesses by significantly increasing profitability and enterprise business value.Rick received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and Master of Business Administration from Indiana University in Bloomington Indiana. Rick is licensed to engage in the business of insurance in the State of Indiana for Life, Accident & Health products and a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of Indiana. E-mail: rick.dennen@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3800 Fax: (317) 428-5000
		Kathy Yeary: Director of Customer Service and Compliance Kathy Yeary is responsible for the customer service and compliance department, which includes portfolio performance and customer satisfaction, and the Human Resources department. Kathy has over twenty years of insurance and financial industry experience. Prior to joining Oak Street, she served as the Vice President – Asset Management at a specialty finance company and in several financial and operating capacities at Conseco and GTE. Kathy holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina, Wilmington. E-mail: kathy.yeary@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3838 Fax: (317) 805-2714
		Michael Paciorek: Director of Underwriting Michael Paciorek currently is the Director of Underwriting and responsible for managing the processing and underwriting teams for Oak Street Funding. Michael has over fifteen years experience in commercial and consumer lending. Michael began his career as a Commercial Loan Analyst with Mitsubishi Bank in 1994. Prior to joining Oak Street Funding, Michael also served as Underwriting Manager at First Indiana Bank, Bank One, and Oak Street Mortgage. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance from Indiana University and a M.B.A from Butler University with a concentration in Finance. E-mail: mike.paciorek@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3805 Fax: (317) 805-2769
		David Christman: Director of Information Systems David Christman has over ten years of computer programming and data analysis experience, most of which were primarily focused on the insurance commission asset stream. At Oak Street, he is responsible for all aspects of the company’s IT infrastructure including networking, telephony, software development, and data analysis. Prior to joining Oak Street Funding, David developed a web based asset management system which is used to monitor the performance of insurance commission assets and to evaluate new acquisitions. David holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Computer Science from DePauw University. E-mail: david.christman@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3811 Fax: (317) 428-5111
		Kory Dickerson: Controller Kory Dickerson is in charge of the accounting, finance and treasury departments at Oak Street Funding utilizing over 10 years of accounting and finance experience. Prior to joining Oak Street, Kory was an Audit Manager at Deloitte & Touche. While there, he served as an auditor and consultant working with multiple public and private companies on projects including securitizations, public offerings, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Kory holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Ball State University and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of Indiana. E-mail: kory.dickerson@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3845 Fax: (317) 805-2675
		Alicia Mitchell Chandler: Chief Counsel Alicia Mitchell Chandler is Chief Counsel for Oak Street. As Chief Counsel, Alicia is a member of the management team and is responsible for managing legal services for Oak Street, including, but not limited to, negotiations, contracts, collections, litigation, and direction of work with outside law firms. Prior to joining Oak Street, Alicia was first an associate, and then became a partner, at a mid-size Indianapolis firm where her practice focused on commercial collections, federal and state court litigation, and real estate foreclosures. Alicia holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati and her Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law. Alicia is a member of the bar in Indiana, United States District Court for the Southern and Northern Districts of Indiana, United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Southern and Northern District of Indiana, and is currently the Junior-at-large member of the Indianapolis Bar Association, Commercial & Bankruptcy Law Section. E-mail: alicia.chandler@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3847 Fax: (317) 805-5197
		Carissa Newton: Director of Marketing Carissa oversees the marketing & new business development efforts at Oak Street Funding, including marketing planning, strategy, lead generation, communications, and public relations. Carissa has over 17 years experience marketing in a variety of industries including financial services, insurance, technology, and motorsports. Before joining Oak Street, Newton was director of marketing for the Indianapolis-based Delivra, an email marketing software firm, where she incorporated social media tools and other tactics to build brand awareness. Her experience has also included leading successful marketing efforts for Vontoo, a voice broadcasting company, Hufford Financial Advisors and American United Life. Carissa holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Management from Northwood University, an MBA in Marketing and Management from Anderson University, is an active member of the Business Marketing Association & the American Marketing Association, along with holding the PCM (Professional Certified Marketer) designation from the American Marketing Association. E-mail: carissa.newton@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3834 Fax: (317) 428-5007
		Bill Nicholson: Director of Sales Bill Nicholson is currently the Director of Sales for Oak Street and is responsible for the strategic development and expansion of the sales department. Prior to joining Oak Street in September 2009, Bill spent 8 years on both active and reserve duty in the United States Marine Corp and brings over 10 years management experience in the financial services industry driving growth and profitable results for Beneficial, HFC, and HSBC Bank. E-mail: bill.nicholson@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3835 Fax: (317) 428-5195
		Sarah Turner: Corporate Development Manager Sarah Turner oversees human capital growth and development at Oak Street Funding, including recruiting, on-boarding, retention, and leadership training. In addition, she contributes in a project management role across departments. Sarah has over 13 years of business experience working for 5.5 years in public accounting and industry and 7.5 years as a Senior Consultant providing Leadership Development Consulting and Executive Coaching services. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Economics from Ball State University, is a Certified Public Accountant, and has various certifications for training and development. E-mail: sarah.turner@oakstreetfunding.com Telephone: (317) 428-3803 Fax: (317) 428-5010