Tony Giglio named 2026 HousingWire Vanguard for Leading CMG Financial Growth
Tony Giglio, Executive Vice President and Head of Retail Sales at CMG Financial, has been named a 2026 HousingWire Vanguard, recognizing his leadership and strategic vision that has significantly contributed to the growth and success of the mortgage lender.
The 2026 HousingWire Vanguard program honors leaders who navigate industry disruption with clarity, bringing bold ideas and executing strategies that deliver tangible results. Sarah Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief of HousingWire, stated, "These Vanguards represent the leadership our industry needs for this moment. They are at the forefront of innovation and change, driving real results."
Giglio, who previously served as a top-producing loan originator, leads CMG Financial’s distributed retail organization of over 1,500 originators. His leadership focuses on equipping loan officers with the tools and support necessary to deliver faster, more responsive, and personalized service, while strengthening relationships with clients. Under his direction, the company’s retail channel has experienced remarkable growth, with funded volume increasing from $14.47 billion in 2023 to $20.65 billion in 2024, a 42.7% increase. This growth continued in 2025, reaching $26.48 billion, a 28.2% year-over-year gain. CMG Financial is currently on track to fund $33 billion in 2026.
Giglio’s impact extends beyond production growth. He works across sales, operations, compliance, capital markets, technology, and joint ventures to develop strategies that improve business performance and the customer experience. His ability to align people, processes, and strategy has helped position CMG Financial as one of the nation’s top retail lenders. His leadership has also fostered a culture where loan officers are empowered to grow, innovate, and deliver for their clients.
Chris George, Founder and CEO of CMG Financial, said, "Tony's leadership has been instrumental in the continued growth and success of CMG. He understands this business from the ground up and knows what loan officers need to succeed in an ever-changing market. More importantly, he has built a culture where people are empowered to grow, innovate, and deliver for their clients. Tony's impact can be felt across our entire organization, and this recognition from HousingWire is incredibly well deserved."
CMG Financial, founded in 1993, is a well-capitalized and privately held mortgage lender with a presence in all states, including the District of Columbia. The company holds approvals with FNMA, FHLMC, and GNMA, and is known for its responsible lending practices, industry and consumer advocacy, product innovation, and operational efficiency.