Our Team

Michael Shotnik
Branch Manager
NMLS: #218281
303-974-4467 ext. 3

NMLS 218281

Michael Shotnik started the industry in a mortgage call center, and quickly realized he loved the business, but didn’t agree with the approach most companies were employing. As he’s built his clientele, he’s learned what clients like and don’t like. All this experience has shaped the experience we offer today.

Michael made Mortgage Professional America’s list of ‘Young Guns’ in 2014, 2015 and 2016, as well as the ’40 Under 40 Mortgage Professionals to Watch’ in National Mortgage Professional Magazine for 2013, 2014 and 2015. Michael has also been honored in MPA’s Hot List for 2015.
Additionally, Sierra Pacific Mortgage is regularly listed in Denver Business Journal’s Book of Lists for top Mortgage Companies in the area.

As the branch manager, he wears many hats. He engages clients, manages staff, and grows the branch. He has large ambitions for the company, and understands the only way to achieve them is by excelling on every transaction.

Michael adores spending time with his wife and four children, and also enjoys playing nice golf courses and cycling.

Shaunna Jensen
Director of Realtor Relations
303-974-4467 ext. 4

Shaunna is a Colorado native and enjoys what this state has to offer. She enjoys fitness, hiking, and cooking. She is a mom of three awesome kids who keep her crazy busy and on her toes!

As a mortgage professional, she takes a consultative approach to the home loan process. Takes time to build a relationship, with the ultimate goal of creating a long lasting relationship, so that we may continue providing excellent service for many more years to come. If you are buying your dream home, refinancing your current residence, or buying an investment property, she is committed to making a positive impact on your mortgage experience.

Melissa Benson
Processor
303-974-4467 ext. 5

NMLS 1584892

Melissa has years of experience as a loan processor and enjoys helping clients and colleagues have a smooth, problem-free transaction. She has also worked in a classroom setting with special needs children. Her experience and patience shows in every transaction with clients! In her free time, she likes to cook, go to boxing classes, and spend time with her family.

Mark Frost
Loan Officer
303-974-4467 ext. 9

NMLS 1213630

Little about me: I have lived in Northern Colorado for my entire life and grew up in Loveland.  Starting as a teller I have been in the finance industry for over 10 years. My experience includes commercial, small business and mortgage lending.  After my experience in small business and commercial lending I found my calling helping folks finance their homes. Being able to help my clients achieve the American dream of homeownership is what I enjoy the most about this industry along with assisting people build wealth through real estate. My wife and I have three boys ages 2, 8, 12 who keep us quite entertained.  Together we love to golf, fish, hike and take advantage of living in a state with more than 300 days of sunshine! We also have two dogs who accompany us on our adventures!

Ori Kouahi
Loan Officer
720-296-5890

NMLS 569764

Ori has the expertise and knowledge you need to explore the many financing options available. Ensuring that you make the right choice for you and your family is his ultimate goal. Ori’s committed to providing his customers with mortgage services that exceed their expectations.
With more than 20 years of financing experience, Ori is THE authority on mortgage lending. He sees things that other industry professionals may overlook, allowing him to help thousands of homeowners purchase and refinance homes. Ori is passionate about finding creative financing solutions for his clients, no matter how complex. He utilizes his dedication to learning, along with his experience and unparalleled insight to better understand the forces that drive interest rates. By staying up-to-date on the latest complexities of mortgage lending, technology and cutting edge marketing techniques for real estate, Ori has become a vital resource for homeowners and Realtors alike!