McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Mitch Siewert as Vice President, Real Estate Lending at Rivermark Community Credit Union. Mitch will lead the Credit Union’s real estate lending function, with oversight across production, underwriting, processing, closing, and secondary market execution. He will play a key role in strengthening operational performance, aligning lending strategy with risk and portfolio objectives, and positioning the organization for scalable growth following its recent merger and continued expansion.
Mitch brings more than 25 years of mortgage and consumer lending leadership experience across national banks and regional institutions. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President, Director of Consumer Direct Mortgage at Columbia Bank, formerly Umpqua Bank, where he rebuilt the division, improved cycle times and cost efficiency, and significantly enhanced profitability while strengthening portfolio performance and member retention. Prior to Columbia Bank, Mitch held leadership roles at Bank of America and Evergreen Home Loans, where he led national and regional teams, drove production growth, and supported complex lending environments. He holds an MBA from Marylhurst University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Oregon State University.
Headquartered in Oregon City, Oregon, Rivermark Community Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative offering products, solutions, and services that empower more than 180,000 members to reach their financial goals. Through the Rivermark Community Fund, the organization provides grants to community nonprofits focused on creating more sustainable, affordable, fair, and equitable housing throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.
This executive search was completed by McDermott + Bull President Brandon Biegenzahn, Partner Courtney Wade, and Senior Executive Recruiter Ben Morris.