"Our customer partners are at the heart of everything that we do at Polly. Through our unwavering commitment to understanding their needs and solving their greatest challenges, we are proud to reflect on and celebrate yet another year of success and recognition in mortgage capital markets. The accolades we have received this year not only serve as humbling recognition of Polly's people, purpose, and platform, but they also highlight the driving force behind our growth," said Adam Carmel, Founder and CEO at Polly.
"Our success is rooted in the exceptional individuals who make up the Polly team. It's their dedication, expertise, and passion for innovation that continue to propel us forward, ensuring that we not only adapt to the evolving needs of our customer partners, but also anticipate and exceed their expectations in ways that transform the mortgage landscape."
Polly's industry award wins in 2024 include:
1. Polly Named on HousingWire Tech100 Mortgage List
The 2024 HousingWire Tech100 Mortgage Award celebrates the most innovative and impactful organizations in the housing industry. Receiving this recognition over consecutive years solidifies Polly's position as a leader in driving efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in the mortgage sector.
2. HousingWire Rising Stars: Tyler Lewris
Principal Data Scientist Tyler Lewris joined the prestigious 2024 Class of HousingWire Rising Stars, highlighting emerging leaders under 40. Tyler's remarkable career trajectory and innovative approach pave the way for Polly's future industry advancements.
3. Samantha MacKendrick Named 2024 HousingWire Marketing Leader
Polly Head of Marketing, Samantha MacKendrick, was honored as a 2024 HousingWire Marketing Leader. Her creative strategies and leadership have elevated Polly's brand, driving growth and positioning the company as a thought leader in the mortgage industry.
4. Founder and CEO, Adam Carmel, Wins Inman's Best of Finance Award
Polly Founder and CEO, Adam Carmel, was honored with the Inman Best of Finance Award, reinforcing Polly's commitment to pushing boundaries and reshaping the homebuying space. Adam's visionary leadership and dedication to delivering forward-thinking solutions continue to drive meaningful and revolutionary change in the mortgage capital markets vertical.
5. Jackie Studdert Named HousingWire Woman of Influence
Polly Executive Vice President of Transformation, Jackie Studdert, was recognized among HousingWire's 2024 Women of Influence. Her leadership is shaping the housing economy and inspiring transformative change across the industry.
6. Polly/™ AI Wins Inman's Best AI-Powered Platform Award
Inman's 2024 AI Awards named Polly the Best AI-Powered Platform, a testament to our industry-first advancements in leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize the loan officer experience. Grounded in innovation with intention, Polly/™ AI harnesses the power of AI and Natural Language Processing (NLP) in a way that is actually applicable to today's modern lender and LO.
7. Polly Named on CB Insights Fintech 100 List
Being listed among CB Insights' Fintech 100 highlights our position as one of the world's most promising private fintech companies, further validating our commitment to driving innovation and excellence in the fintech space.
8. Jon Foy Named 2024 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter
Vice President of Product and Design, Jon Foy, was honored as a 2024 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter for his cutting-edge work in mortgage technology, which has set a high standard for excellence and customer partner success.
Looking back at 2024, Polly's achievements have been marked by extraordinary recognition. From technology accolades to individual honors for our team members, these awards underscore the innovation and collaboration that drive impactful outcomes and ultimately fuel our success. In addition to these milestones, Polly made significant strides in improving internal structures and overhauling implementation processes in 2024, ensuring we continue to deliver white-glove service that raises the bar. Each win reflects our unwavering commitment to empowering our customer partners with cutting-edge solutions that redefine the mortgage landscape.
In 2025, we will continue to double down on our technology, talent, and infrastructure investments to deliver even greater value to our customer partners. With a robust team, expanded R&D initiatives, and industry-leading tools like Polly/™ AI, Polly will continue to help mortgage lenders stand out and better serve their borrowers in an ever-evolving market. These efforts ensure that our platform solutions not only address today's challenges, but also prepare our customer partners for the future—enhancing efficiency, scalability, and profitability at every turn.
With a shared vision and a relentless focus on innovation, we are excited to build on this year's momentum to continue driving meaningful change and delivering an exceptional user experience in 2025 and beyond.
