Rocket's editorial team

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Emma Vandermark

Public relations manager

Emma Vandermark is a Public Relations Manager at Rocket, where she works with teams across Capital Markets, Servicing, Product, and Marketing to uncove...

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Johnie Zahka

Triple crown banker

Johnie Zahka is a Triple Crown Banker with over 15 years of experience in the mortgage industry. He prides himself on providing excellent client service and has...

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Melissa Aliotta

Former contributing writer

Melissa holds a degree in Advertising Management from Michigan State University. Her writing focuses on consumer housing trends to better inform both curre...

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Christian Allred

Contributing writer

Christian Allred is a professional writer and the founder of the content marketing agency CRE Writer. His work focuses on real estate investing and financing an...

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Victoria Araj

Former team leader of editorial content

Victoria Araj is a former Team Leader for Rocket Mortgage and held roles in mortgage banking, public relations and more in her 19+ years with the company. She h...

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Rory Arnold

Staff writer

Rory Arnold is a Los Angeles-based writer who has contributed to a variety of publications, including Rocket Mortgage, Quicken Loans, LowerMyBills, Ranker, Eart...

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Carla Ayers

Former Section Editor

Carla Ayers is a former Section Editor for Rocket Homes and is a Realtor® with a background in commercial and residential property management, leasing ...

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Michelle Banaszak

Contributing writer

Michelle graduated from Michigan State University in 2011 with a Bachelor's in Communications and a Bachelor's in Studio Art. She's been writing for various com...

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Leena Boji

Triple crown banker

As a Triple Crown Banker at Rocket Mortgage, Leena Boji is a highly skilled mortgage loan officer and financing expert dedicated to guiding borrowers through th...

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