Anna M. Ruotolo Joins Opes Advisors As Vice President of Business Development for Mortgage Banking Division

PALO ALTO, Calif., May 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Opes Advisors, an innovative mortgage banking and wealth management firm, is pleased to announce Anna M. Ruotolo has joined the firm as Vice President of Business Development for the Mortgage Banking division.  Anna is in charge of expanding Opes Advisors business partnerships within the Western United States, through the addition of new best-in-class mortgage branches and mortgage advisors.  She has an established reputation as a leader in the mortgage industry with over 30 years experience.

"Anna has an exceptional record of creating powerful joint ventures and helping mortgage companies grow by attracting top mortgage advisors and new branches," said Susan McHan, Opes Advisors CEO and president of the Mortgage Banking.  "I am excited to join Opes Advisors and to ensure that future branches and advisors meet Opes' high standard of quality and customer focus," said Anna.  Anna is known for being passionate about excellent operations, great customer service and treating others with respect.

Prior to joining Opes Advisors, Anna served as Senior Vice President in charge of Strategic Alliances at RPM.  Anna was the 2004 East Bay Business Times' "Woman of Distinction" and a 2004 East Bay Business Times' "Top 40 Under 40."  Anna is also dedicated to her local community.  She was a founding member and served on the Executive Committee of High Hopes, which for over 13 years raised funds for Hope Hospice.  She also helps coordinate AAU basketball teams in the Pleasanton community.

About Opes Advisors
Opes Advisors is an innovative wealth management and mortgage banking firm dedicated to helping clients make effective choices that support their financial goals. Wealth management clients work with our integrated team of Advisors and receive comprehensive financial planning, investment management, real estate investment advisory services and expertise in real estate financing. As a leading, full-service mortgage bank, we offer a wide range of competitively-priced mortgage programs designed to meet the diverse needs of today's home buyers and real estate investors. Opes Advisors has offices throughout California as well as Eugene, Oregon. Learn more at www.opesadvisors.com.

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