CRES - Key Persons


Joan Thomas

Job Titles:
  • Closing Department Manager
Having worked at a national title company managing 10 branch escrow offices as well as the REO closing, construction disbursing and commercial closing departments, no one can beat Thomas' efficiency in closing oversight. She brings over 30 years of expertise to every CRES customer.

Katie Van Hook

Job Titles:
  • Business Development Manager
Having worked with refinance, asset portfolio management, HUD signings, and REO closings on the West Coast, Van Hook has brought a wealth of experience to CRES over the last 10 years. She helps clients to see what is possible and staff to know how to get it done nationwide.

Mary-Kathleen Kearns - President

Job Titles:
  • President
Exclusively handling REO services for over 20 years, Kearns has learned how to solve customer's most challenging concerns. She is an industry expert who speaks at conferences, writes best practice manuals, helps national banks develop REO services, and is on-call for CRES clients.

Paula J. Scott

Job Titles:
  • Accounting and HR Manager
With over 18 years experience in real estate, accounting and human resources, Scott sees that CRES clients have the best team in the business on their closing. She knows how to provide maximum cost-efficiency while providing staff members with the resources they need to excel.