Linda Thomas is senior vice president of Retail Sales at AnnieMac Home Mortgage, where she leads recruiting, coaching and leadership development initiatives across the company’s retail sales organization. Over the past year, Thomas has played a significant role in AnnieMac’s expansion efforts, recruiting more than has recruited over 50 loan officers and leaders ranging from Loan Officers to Regional Vice Presidents. Her approach to recruiting emphasizes long-term alignment, culture fit and professional development rather than short-term production goals. Through this strategy, she has helped strengthen AnnieMac’s presence in multiple markets while reinforcing the company’s people-first culture.