Ryan Proffitt joined Rate as the company’s producing area manager in Jacksonville, Florida. The North Florida University graduate brings 20 years of experience to his new role.

Proffitt, set to become president of the Mortgage Bankers Association of Northeast Florida,also serves as vice chair of NEFAR, director of Business Network International and trustee member of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce.

“I joined Rate because of its technology and commitment to delivering a seamless mortgage experience,” Proffitt said in a press release. “Leveraging Rate’s tools and resources will allow me to grow my business and help more families achieve their dream of homeownership.”

“Ryan has an unmatched reputation as a leader in the Jacksonville market,” said Ann Marie Howser, regional manager at Rate. “With his expertise, deep community ties and passion for service, he’s perfectly positioned to expand his base and take his business to the next level.”

Rate, Inc. is a private corporation organized under the laws of the state of Delaware. It has no affiliation with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Agriculture or any other government agency.