Event Program

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  • Saturday August 16
  • Sunday August 17
  • Monday August 18
  • Tuesday August 19
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07:00 PM - 09:00 PMMystère by Cirque du Soleil

Mystère by Cirque du Soleil provides a complete spectrum of awe-inducing entertainment with colorful sets, imaginative costumes and highly-skilled performers. This will be held at the Treasure Island Hotel located on the Las Vegas Strip.

Registration fee of $100 is not included with conference registration.

 

 

 

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11:00 AM - 02:30 PMCalifornia Basic Foreclosure Certification Course (Level 1)

This two-and-a-half-hour course syllabus followed by a one-hour open-book online exam covers state foreclosure procedures; monetary and non-monetary defaults; judicial vs. nonjudicial foreclosures; what a lender provides to the Trustee what a trustee does; notice of default; notice of sale; review of Trustee’s Sale Guarantees; reinstatement; presale redemption; sale; Trustee’s Deed; Proceeds of Sale; and Bankruptcy.

Registration fee of $100 not included with conference registration

  • – Instructor: Randy Newman, Esq., Total Lender Solutions
02:00 PM - 04:00 PMWine & Paint

Join your colleagues and friends as we sip wine and create a memorable painting.

Registration fee of $65 not included with conference registration.

02:00 PM - 04:00 PMBowling at Suncoast Hotel

Join us for a fun bowling event at the Suncoast Hotel in Las Vegas! It’s the perfect chance to bond with colleagues, enjoy some friendly competition, and have a great time. Includes a 5-minute uber roundtrip, a beer, and pizza.

Registration fee of $50 not included with conference registration.

 

06:30 PM - 07:30 PMWelcome Reception

After a hard day of bowling or painting, relax and catch up with friends and colleagues at UTA’s Welcome Reception.

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08:00 AM - 09:00 AMContinental Breakfast
09:00 AM - 10:00 AMThe Impact of the Trump Administration on Foreclosures

This session will discuss the Trump administration’s various policy decisions that affect foreclosure. In addition to the economy, the impact of CFPB de-regulation, changes in FHFA conservatorship, staff reductions and budget limitations at HUD/FHA/VA, tariffs, and deportations will be addressed.

 – Rick Sharga, Founder & CEO, CJ Patrick Company
 – Daren Blomquist, VP, Market Economics, Auction.com

10:00 AM - 10:30 AMRefreshment Break

Enjoy coffee and tea while mingling with exhibitors and colleagues

10:30 AM - 11:30 AMNavigating Change: The Impact of Administration Shifts on Servicing

This panel will focus on current administration changes and their impact on servicing, as well as the challenges Servicers are currently facing. Key topics will include the impacts from Federal Housing Agency (FHFA) and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), as well as changes and evolving priorities in mortgage policies from all Housing Agencies and Investors.  Panelists will provide insights into how these shifts are affecting Servicers and discuss strategies for adapting to the changing landscape.

 

  • – Cathe Cole-Sherburn, Sr. VP, Trustee Corps (Moderator)
  • – Chris Santana, Pennymac
  • – Roger D. Stotts, CMB, New American Funding
11:45 AM - 12:45 PMLunch: 2025 Award Winners

During lunch, we will present the 2025 Phil Adleson Award, and the 2025 Dorothy Schick Veteran Member of the Year.

01:00 PM - 02:00 PMBankruptcy Updates with Bankruptcy Judges

Our session featuring Bankruptcy Judges will address Court decisions and recent legislation that affects UTA members in their day-to-day business of servicing, collection, and foreclosure.

– Benjamin R. Levinson, Esq., Law Office of Benjamin R. Levinson (moderator)
– Hon. Scott Clarkson, Central District of California
– Hon. Christopher D. Jaime, Eastern District of California
– Hon. Stephen L. Johnson, Northern District of California

02:00 PM - 02:30 PMRefreshment Break

Enjoy a ‘sweet’ break with exhibitors while snacking on your choice of cookies and sodas.

02:30 PM - 04:00 PMSmall Trustees Roundtable

This 90-minute session allows Small Trustees to exchange information concerning operations and best practices within this small networking group of colleagues.

 

  • – Randy Newman Esq., President, Total Lender Solutions
  • – Robert Cullen, President, Redwood Trust Deed Services
02:30 PM - 04:00 PMLarge Trustees Roundtable

This 90-minute session allows Large Trustees to exchange information concerning operations and best practices within this small networking group of colleagues.

  • – Cathe Cole Sherburn, Sr. VP of Operations, Trustee Corps
06:00 PM - 09:00 PMBlack Tie Dinner: Golden Anniversary

Celebrate half a century of UTA success in a memorable and elegant outing. Our 50th anniversary night of dining and networking includes great friends, food, and fun – and the return of several of our UTA alumni friends. This year’s event features a live band and strolling magicians to keep the evening lively and will be full of surprises. Join us for a memorable night of entertainment, conversation, and celebration!

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08:00 AM - 09:00 AMContinental Breakfast

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09:00 AM - 10:00 AMThe GSE Perspective on the Default Industry

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will address the current state of affairs of the default industry from the GSE perspective and provide their thoughts going forward.

Caren Castle, Esq, Director of Marketing and Compliance and Lead Attorney, The Mortgage Law Firm (Moderator)
– Graham Kidner, Associate General Counsel, Fannie Mae
– Dean Meyer, Director, Non-Performing Loan Management, Freddie Mac

10:00 AM - 10:30 AMRefreshment Break

Enjoy coffee or tea while mingling with exhibitors and colleagues.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AMLegislative Update

Our Legislative Update panel will provide us with detailed summaries of the key
issues and bills addressed this year in California, Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Utah, and Idaho.

– Mike Belote, Esq., California Advocates, UTA California State Lobbyist
– Holly Chisa, HPC Advocacy, UTA Washington State Lobbyist
– Michelle Mierzwa, Esq., Wright Finlay & Zak

11:45 AM - 12:45 PMLunch and Exhibitor Raffle

Enjoy a buffet deli lunch while our gracious exhibitors announce their prize winners. You must be present to win!

12:45 PM - 02:00 PMCase Law Updates

Our case law panel will address 2025 cases that impact foreclosure and bankruptcy in California and all Western states. This session covers all of the key relevant court cases from the past year in a rapid-fire, yet detailed format that provides informative and practical information.

– Laura Coughlin, Esq., McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP
– Andrew J. Boylan, Esq., McCarthy Holthus
– Martin T. McGuinn, Esq. Law Office of Martin McGuinn

02:00 PMIce Cream Goodbye

It is time to say your goodbyes to your friends and colleagues – and enjoy an ice cream bar of your choice

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