Cobalt Mortgage Appoints Regional Manager to Spur Growth in South Gulf States

Scott Crutcher appointed regional manager for Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana

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May 16, 2013, 12:44 ET

AUSTIN, Texas, May 16, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Cobalt Mortgage, one of the largest privately-owned residential mortgage lenders in the nation, has appointed Scott Crutcher as Regional Manager to spearhead the company's expansion throughout Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana, contributing to job growth throughout these states. Scott will oversee the success of Cobalt Mortgage offices in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and Plano, as well as Tulsa and Shreveport.

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"We're extremely excited to have Scott build upon our company's expanding presence across the southern Gulf States," Dave Bochsler, National Sales Executive for Cobalt Mortgage said. "His remarkable leadership skills and proven track record will strengthen our position in the region while contributing to job creation."

Scott brings more than 17 years of experience to Cobalt Mortgage. He recently managed a team of 14 branches for a residential mortgage firm in South Texas.

"There is a tremendous opportunity for economic growth in the region and I look forward to developing a dynamic group of branch managers to help meet the needs of customers," Scott said. "I think we have a great story to tell and I'm excited to share the Cobalt Mortgage tradition of responsible lending with our local communities."

Scott is a proud University of Texas graduate and a long-time fan of the Longhorns. He enjoys the outdoor lifestyle and spending time with his wife, Dawnmarie, and their three children.

About Cobalt Mortgage:

Cobalt Mortgage has provided financing to thousands of homebuyers. Founded in 2001, the firm has a decade-long reputation of responsible lending. One of the largest privately held mortgage-banking firms, Cobalt has offices through the United States, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington and is licensed in 16 states. With strong leadership provided by co-founders Keith Tibbles and Ernie Gehre, the company is dedicated to responsible lending practices, community involvement, and education. As corporate supporters of the Boys and Girls Club, and Dollars for Scholars (a program of Scholarship America®) the company makes a positive impact in the communities where they operate.

Cobalt Mortgage is licensed in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Louisiana, Michigan, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.