Who We Are
Middleton Advisory Group was founded on the principles of loyalty, pride, and respect. These three characteristics lie at the heart of everything we do – which ultimately end in one place: our relationships with others.
At the end of the day, we believe whole-heartedly in helping others succeed and better themselves, and ultimately choose to make doing so our primary focus.
We are LOYAL to a fault and value our relationships beyond making a sale.
We take PRIDE in our work, willing to put in the time and effort to make sure that everyone we come into contact with encounters a polished product with their well-being in mind.
And we believe in the golden rule – showing RESPECT to all while presenting a service that at the end of the day, is respectable.
Vision:
To be a global leader at connecting people to professional opportunities.
Mission:
To promote humanity’s success by connecting people to opportunities.
We are here because of you and for you – our clients, our candidates, and our partners.
Our Success is Your Success!
Tom Middleton, Founder & Managing Partner
Tom has always had a strong sense of direction and is a man of intense focus. Looking at his achievements in the last two decades, it is clear that he has had a far-reaching career, achieving senior-level positions across varying industries including Military/Law Enforcement, Finance, Real Estate, Talent Acquisition and Business Development. His broad range of experience and knowledge as a business and management consultant has been sought after throughout the years, and presently more than ever.
Because of his unique background and education, Tom is perfectly positioned to act as the consultant adviser that job searchers and businesses are seeking. Having been prodded towards and requested as a consultant for several years, Tom finally took the leap and established Middleton Advisory Group, LLC (MAG) as the next stage in his career. Built on a solid foundation of partnerships spanning a myriad of industries, and based on the principles of Loyalty, Pride, and Respect, MAG is the manifestation of years of expertise and networking, starting with Tom himself.
“Some people dream of success, while others wake up and work hard at it.”
-Winston Churchill
Career Experience:
Military Security Forces
K9 Police Officer
Senior Property Tax Auditor
Senior Operations Manager
Senior Real Estate Tax Consultant
Senior Manager, Business Development and Recruiting
Vice President, Talent Acquisition and Business Development
Senior Vice President, Business Development and National Expansion
Middleton Advisory Group, LLC, Founder, Managing Partner
Community Contributions:
Arizonians for Children
Big Brothers Big Sisters
St. Mary’s Food Bank
Race for the Cure
Meet Our Team
Brian Boyles
Brian Boyles
Brian Boyles
National Sales Manager, All US
A 23-year industry veteran, Brian has served in numerous leadership roles in both the banking and independent mortgage space. Brian began his career in community and regional banking, serving as president of the mortgage divisions of several banks. He has extensive knowledge of mortgage and banking, including managing production and operations and overseeing product, pricing, secondary and post-closing functions. Boyles has a proven track record for leadership, growth, market share and profitability improvement, consulting and talent acquisition.
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Cory Carroll
Brian Boyles
Brian Boyles
Regional VP Division Manager
Western United States
A seasoned veteran with 25+ years in the financial industry, has held leadership roles in both banking and independent mortgage sectors. He started as a mortgage originator in wholesale and retail segments and later became a Branch, Area, and Regional Manager with National Banks and Independent Mortgage Bankers. Through these roles, he gained a deep understanding of successful mortgage banking operations, covering production, operations, and collaboration with product, pricing, secondary, and post-closing teams. Cory Carroll is known for his successful leadership, growth strategies, improving market share, consulting, and talent acquisition.
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Larry Gunnin
Brian Boyles
Larry Gunnin
Regional VP Division Manager
Central United States
Throughout Gunnin's career, he navigated the ever-changing landscape of mortgage banking, from the high-interest rates of the 1980s to recessions and the 2008 financial crisis. He consistently excelled, building top-performing retail branches and regions with various national lenders, whether they were regional banks, national banks, or privately-owned mortgage companies. Gunnin's journey included originating residential loans, progressing from a branch manager to a regional manager, and ultimately a divisional VP. His success hinged on hiring and retaining the best talent, leading the nation in purchase funding and operational excellence. Over his career, he recruited and managed over 800 mortgage originators, emphasizing the importance of recruiting for continued growth. Gunnin looks forward to collaborating with top-performing mortgage professionals searching for the right company that aligns with their specific needs. In today's climate, finding the perfect match in terms of support, programs, and technology is crucial, and Gunnin's advantage lies in his in-depth knowledge of lenders and their strengths, ensuring a tailored match for each individual's needs. While a lender's recruiter can offer a single option, Gunnin's approach involves extensive research to identify the best fit.
Larry can be found on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-w-gunnin-21b86313/
Marc Reich
Charlie Crowe
Larry Gunnin
Regional VP Division Manager
Western United States
A 20+ year seasoned professional with over two decades in the industry, has taken on various leadership roles in both retail banking and the independent mortgage sector. His career began in the San Francisco Bay Area as a Loan Officer at Highland Hills Lending and later as a Sales Manager at Canyon View Lending. Throughout his journey, Marc held leadership positions with prominent institutions like Bank of America, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Guaranteed Rate, and Caliber Home Loans. This extensive experience has equipped him with comprehensive knowledge of all facets crucial for a successful mortgage banking operation, covering production and operations management, as well as overseeing product, pricing, secondary, and post-closing functions.
Marc can be found on LinkedIn at
Charlie Crowe
Charlie Crowe
Charlie Crowe
Regional VP Division Manager
Eastern United States
With a remarkable 38+ year career in the mortgage banking industry, I'm thrilled to embark on a new chapter as a Mortgage Banking Headhunter at the prestigious Middleton Advisory Group, renowned for connecting elite mortgage banking professionals with exceptional opportunities. Drawing from two decades of extensive management experience, working with renowned bank-owned mortgage companies and exploring the dynamic Independent Mortgage Bank sector, I'm now poised to leverage this expertise to guide fellow professionals in navigating their career paths within the mortgage banking industry. Grateful for the support and collaboration of those who've been part of my journey, I eagerly anticipate building new relationships in this exciting endeavor. If you or someone you know is considering strategic moves in the mortgage banking industry, don't hesitate to reach out, as we can connect and explore possibilities together.
Charlie can be found on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-crowe-71524440/
Chris Morones
Charlie Crowe
Charlie Crowe
Business Development Concierge
Western United States
A 10+ year industry pro, Chris has worked primarily in the areas of business development and recruiting in the Finance, Banking, and Mortgage industries over the majority of his career.
With a strong focus on relationship building and an emphasis on timing, Chris' role with Middleton Advisory Group is to to keep in touch to make sure things are still going good, be available to candidates when they are ready to talk about making a move, and always be a resource for any and all job seekers.
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Cynthia Brunjes
Christine Rexroad
Christine Rexroad
Elite Regional Manager
Northeast United States
Cynthia is a seasoned talent acquisition professional with expertise in Capital Markets, Private Equity, Hedge Funds and Advisory Services, she has spent nearly 20 years placing leaders into distribution, marketing, trading, origination, and structuring positions at both premier and boutique executive search firms. Cynthia has completed assignments for Global Heads, CIOs, managing directors, group heads, team lift-outs and other key senior leaders.
Christine Rexroad
Christine Rexroad
Christine Rexroad
Business Development Concierge
Easter United States
A 10+ year industry veteran, Christine has served as a team lead of a new division as well as a successful Loan Processor. Christine began her career in quality control serving as a team lead of a new department with Movement Mortgage. During this tenure, she gained knowledge of all of the elements successful for mortgage operations, including quality control, compliance, audits, processing, underwriting, and title.
Christine has a proven track record for leadership, growth, building teams, communication, and closing loans. She has worked with some of the most elite Loan Officers and nationally known mortgage companies as well as national builders in the mortgage industry including Movement Mortgage, Guaranteed Rate, Keller Mortgage, Cal-Atlantic Homes, NVR, and Taylor Morrison.
Christine can be found on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-rexroad-74801661/
Erica Middleton
Christine Rexroad
Erica Middleton
Business Development Concierge | Flight Attendant | Customer Service Expert
Erica Middleton is a dynamic professional with a wealth of experience in business development, customer service, and management. As a Business Development Concierge at Middleton Advisory Group, she excels in building strong client relationships and driving growth. Her role as a Flight Attendant with Frontier Airlines showcases her commitment to passenger safety and satisfaction.
An alumna of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Erica combines her diverse skill set and dedication to excellence to excel in every professional endeavor.
Larissa Griffin
Larissa Griffin
Erica Middleton
Business Development Liaison
Southeast United States
Larissa has a background in social work, insurance, and real estate development. Her primary focus is to support MAG’s recruiting and business development efforts nationally.
As a liaison for Middleton Advisory Group, Larissa spends her time reaching out to professionals in an effort to increase brand recognition and create lasting relationships in the industry. Her drive and enthusiasm for relationship building are key cornerstones to her success in the MAG Family.
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