Commercial mortgage firm appoints female president

The move is expected to bolster expansion prospects

HALO Advisory Inc. has announced the appointment of Vanessa Thomas as president responsible for both HALO Advisory and TMG Black Capital.

The appointment comes at a time when HALO Advisory / TMG Black Capital is expanding into private lending and equipment leasing.

With 17 years of experience in commercial banking, Thomas specializes in special accounts management, business development, and credit adjudication.

“Additionally, Vanessa’s significant commercial banking sales experience will benefit HALO and TMG Black Capital moving forward,” according to the company’s announcement. “In addition to her risk management experience, Vanessa’s sales experience includes: senior commercial relationship management, senior business account management, and senior personal banking relationship management.”

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“Working with entrepreneurs is my passion and HALO gives me the platform to make a meaningful difference,” Thomas said. “I am excited to take HALO to the next level and continue the corporate culture of excellence.”

The move has placed HALO on the path towards further diversification in its leadership across its brands.

“This move sets up HALO to diversify its leadership across our brands,” added Stephen Thomas, CEO and principal broker at HALO Advisory / TMG Black Capital. “Vanessa will inspire many women to consider careers in commercial mortgage brokering and business finance.”