BRAD - Key Persons


Adam Simmons

Job Titles:
  • Owner
  • Co - Owner of Crystal Clear Mortgage
  • Crystal Clear Mortgage Co - Owner
  • Owner & RMLO
Adam Simmons, a native Texan, graduated from Klein High School in 1996 and went on to graduate from what is now Texas State University in 2000, with a degree in Marketing and Business Administration. After living in Austin for six years after graduation he and his wife, Tiffany, decided to move closer to family to raise theirs. They moved to Montgomery in June of 2006. Adam, having been in the home finance industry since 2003, started Crystal Clear Mortgage with business partner Bryan Ward in 2008. Together they have helped, literally, thousands of people with their goals of home ownership in Montgomery County and the great State of Texas. It is the mission of Crystal Clear Mortgage to give back to the community that has given so much to them. Crystal Clear Mortgage is a proud sponsor of numerous charity/local events including the Montgomery County Rodeo and Cookoff, numerous Montgomery Independent School District events, MISD Golf/cheer/football programs, and many other events. Adam also serves proudly as a Trustee on the Montgomery ISD School Board and is dedicated to insuring MISD is a great place to raise and educate our youth. When not working Adam enjoys the occasional round of golf, traveling, and attending car shows with his kids. Crystal Clear Mortgage co-owner Adam Simmons brings his passion for the community and for homebuyer education to his work with Texas homebuyers. A native Texan, Adam Simmons started his home finance career in 2003. At that time, he saw a need for greater homebuyer education and guidance through the complex home loan process. As part of his mission to provide that, he founded Crystal Clear Mortgage with Bryan Ward in 2008. Now, as co-owner of Crystal Clear Mortgage, Adam works to make the home loan process crystal clear for borrowers every day. Learn more about Adam, his background, and how he feels about customer service.

Bob Earl

Bob has been recognized as a Top Producing Residential Mortgage Loan Originator and ranked within the top 2% in the industry each year since 2007.

Bryan Ward

Job Titles:
  • Owner
  • Crystal Clear Mortgage Co - Founder
  • Owner & RMLO
I am one of the co-owners of Crystal Clear Mortgage. Adam Simmons and I co-founded our company in 2008 with the primary goal to make home financing as "Crystal Clear" as possible. When he started originating loans in 2002, Bryan Ward discovered that many homebuyers and homeowners were confused and uncertain about the home loan and refinancing process. Bryan felt that with a friendly, guiding approach, he could help make home financing as "crystal clear" as possible. So, in 2008, he founded Crystal Clear Mortgage with Adam Simmons, and together, they seek to do exactly that. Learn more about Bryan, his priorities, and how he strives to help home borrowers in Texas.

Courtney Williams

After 10+ years of corporate life, I made the transition to real estate back in 2014. It has been quite the adventure helping people accomplish their dreams of homeownership. Whether that dream is purchasing your first home or your forever home, I will work hard to make sure your loan closes on time and correctly. My husband, our two kids, and I are happy to call Montgomery our home. When I am not at the office, you can find me doing CrossFit, leading my daughter's Girl Scout troop, and cheering on my kids from the sidelines. I also love traveling and seeing the world. I have 4 states left before I can say I have been to all 50!

Dena Williams

I have more than 20 years' experience in banking and finance and I still enjoy helping clients by making their home buying experience a positive one. I'm a native of Conroe and attended Conroe High, class of 1990. I am a wife and mother of 2 teenage boys. My husband and I are active members in our church and leaders of the Youth Group which includes fundraising & service projects from serving in the Salvation Army soup kitchen to annual mission trips to rebuild communities devastated by disasters. I believe that our children are our future and that I must be a positive role model to, not only my own children, but to everyone. I also hope that my actions will inspire and influence others around me to make a better community. After you've applied, I'll call you to discuss the details of your loan, or you may choose to set up an appointment with me using my online form. As always, you may contact me anytime by phone, fax or email for personalized service and expert advice.

Dorothy Wenker

I have been in the banking/finance field for 30+ years. The mortgage industry changes daily so whether you're building, buying or refinancing I am here to assist you with answers and results.

Eric Afflitto

Eric is a Senior Mortgage Originator with Crystal Clear Mortgage. He has over 27-year mortgage related experience, including delegated underwriting authority with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Eric is a valuable team member and Senior Partner with "The Bailey Team" here at Crystal Clear Mortgage. He works hand in hand with Brad Bailey and Dorothy Wenker. When not originating loans, Eric likes to spend his time watching and attending sporting events as an avid sports fan and outdoor enthusiast. Eric graduated from Stephen F Austin in 1985. He has been married to his wife Beth for 28 years. He has two children, Sydney, a School Teacher and Nicholas, A Sophomore at Montgomery High School.

Kandace Eversmeyer

Job Titles:
  • Loan Condition Specialist
. Kandace Eversmeyer enjoys multiple roles at CCM, including loan set up, insurance requests, verifications of employment, etc. When not at work she enjoys spending time with her husband and children and makes the most amazing cookies you have ever seen. Feel free to search Kandace's Custom Creations on Facebook and place an order!

Loan Condition

Job Titles:
  • Loan Condition Specialist
As someone who is always willing to step up and get things done for our customers, wearing multiple hats is Kandace's specialty

Mark Sowden

I began my career in the mortgage industry in 1997 and have originated loans with Crystal Clear Mortgage since 2009. The owners and employees of Crystal Clear Mortgage are people of impeccable character and integrity. I am fortunate to be associated with such outstanding professionals. I believe that all of us are called into some form of mission. Mine is to assist families in providing a home for themselves and their children. It is a privilege to help people fulfill their dreams of home ownership and I take great pride in providing the finest in care and service. Matt 25:40. After you've applied, I'll call you to discuss the details of your loan, or you may choose to set up an appointment with me using my online form. As always, you may contact me anytime by phone, fax or email for personalized service and expert advice.

Rocky Kelley

Rocky's top priority is to provide his clients with unparalleled service and personal assistance with all of their mortgage lending needs. Rocky is intensely committed to serving his clients and does so with integrity, discretion, and careful research. His attention to detail, ability to provide clients with the markets' most accurate and current information, and execution of complex transactions set him apart in consistently meeting client's expectations. Rocky takes pride in being upfront and honest, while maintaining transparency with customers and real estate agents throughout the loan process. His goal is to provide home loans to his customers while providing them with the lowest interest rates and closing costs possible. Furthermore, he pledges to work diligently to help buyers overcome any obstacles that may surface in the lending process. With over 100 years of mortgage lending knowledge and experience, Crystal Clear Mortgage strives to make the home buying experience "Crystal Clear." Before he began a career in mortgage lending, Rocky was employed at Healthcare Corporation of America (HCA) as a Practice Administrator, and most recently with MedicalVisual as the Vice President of Customer Success. While he wore many different hats in this business start-up role, remaining diligent and helping customers navigate through challenging projects is where Rocky excelled. His experiences as a healthcare executive taught him that the key to success is identifying and providing the right tools and environment for his peers and customers to thrive. He was responsible for building lifelong relationships with providers and patients, helping foster the perfect environment for their practice, and equipping them with the right tools to be successful. Providing this setting is his talent, doing so as a mortgage loan originator who services home buyers, is his passion. With his wife, Shalinda, and two sons, Jake and Beau, they enjoy traveling, exploring Austin parks, live music, sports, cooking, and projects around the house. They typically can be found hosting game nights and dinner parties for friends and family. Rocky holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Business from Southwest Texas University and a Master's in Healthcare Administration from Texas State University.

Sandra James

Job Titles:
  • Head of Processing
  • Senior Loan Processor
Sandra James has been part of the Crystal Clear Mortgage team for over 10 years! Her career in the mortgage industry started in 2003. She is the head of processing for Crystal Clear Mortgage and has been in that position for the last 7 years. If you work with Crystal Clear Mortgage for your new mortgage, Sandra will be an integral part of making sure your loan gets to closing. Sandra is happily married and is the proud mother of two children. While not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and supporting her oldest child who recently went off to college! There's not a loan here that this mortgage veteran doesn't touch. As Head of Processing, Sandra helps make sure your loan gets to closing smoothly.

Traci Voss

I have been in the mortgage industry for 21+ years and a loan originator for 18+ years and bring an abundance of knowledge and experience to the table when it comes to originating your loan. My experience is in Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, New Construction, Jumbo, Refinancing, and ARM loans. I am great at communicating and making sure the home buying process runs smoothly all the way through. I am committed and passionate about making the transaction a great experience with transparency. I am also a lender affiliate for Homes For Heroes. With this program I can give back those who serve the community and those that have risked their lives for our country. I have built my success on referrals and repeat business. My goal is to offer our customers low interest rates and low closings costs, with my wealth of knowledge to see it through. After you've applied, I'll call you to discuss the details of your loan, or you may choose to set up an appointment with me using my online form. As always, you may contact me anytime by phone, fax or email for personalized service and expert advice.