We’re excited to invite you to DML Fest 2025, a unique opportunity to connect with DML colleagues in a relaxed and inspiring environment. This event is designed to foster collaboration, camaraderie, and professional growth. Join us for a few days of learning, team-building, and making connections. We can’t wait to make some incredible memories together!
A conference created for nurturing.
COLLABORATION | Swap ideas, share wins, and see how others across DML are finding success.
LEARNING | Fuel your brain through hands-on sessions and workshops with peers and team leads.
CAMARADERIE | Connect with DML’ers from across the country during DML Fest’s welcome reception, field day, and other social events.
Agenda
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Lunch & Check-In at Corp
12:00 p.m.-12:15 p.m. | Welcome to DML Fest introduced by Mike Naylor
12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m. | Networking Activity: 5-Minute Mixers (Work Edition)
1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. | DML Playbook
2:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m. | Break
3:15 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | RUNDML: Top 10 Sales Strategies for Success
4:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. | Fun and Games – Happy Hour (Theme: Unplug & Unwind in the backyard)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16
8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. | Coffee Truck at Corp: Lattes & Continental Breakfast
10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. | Breakout Sessions: Operations
11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Break
12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m. | Lunch
1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. | Guest Speaker: Dr. Arman Taghizadeh (Dr. T)
2:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. | Break
3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. | Products/Pricing and Q/A with Non QM Underwriters
5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. | Unwind at Inverness Brewery
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17
8:00 a.m.-9:15 a.m. | Coffee Truck at Corp: Lattes & Continental Breakfast
9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Guest Speaker: Dustin Sitton from Incite Automation
10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. | Break
11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Q3 Recognition Meeting: Celebrating Our MVPs & Company Updates
12:45 p.m.-7:00 p.m. | Field Day and Crab Feast
DESTINATION DETAILS
DML Fest 2025
We’re excited to show off Direct Mortgage Loans’ hometown – Baltimore, MD.
Destination
DML Fest 2025 will take place at the Corporate office in Hunt Valley, Maryland – just north of Baltimore, Maryland by 20 minutes.
Reservations
Our room block at the Embassy Suites Baltimore North – Hunt Valley. Use the link below to make reservations by 9/16/25.
For questions, please contact: Jamie Lopez
Transportation
The Embassy Suites is located ~ 30 minutes from BWI Airport – and just a few minutes from the corporate office.
What To Pack
Keep it business casual and show your DML spirit! We encourage everyone to wear DML shirts or DML colors throughout the event. On the Day of Fun, we’ll be providing you with a special DML shirt.
Remember: Maryland weather can be unpredictable. Check the forecast before you pack to ensure you’re prepared for any conditions.