David Lykken is a highly experienced mortgage industry professional with 47 years of expertise. He has been the owner and operator of three mortgage companies, three consulting firms, and founded a loan origination software (LOS) company that went public. With a unique blend of skills in loan origination, operations, secondary marketing, mortgage servicing, and mortgage technology, David is equipped to provide customized solutions to transform businesses. As the Founder and President of Transformational Mortgage Solutions, David specializes in Coaching, Consulting and Communications, and focuses on the People, Processes and Products of his clients' businesses. He excels in identifying strategic business messaging, crafting business strategies, growth strategies, communications strategies, social media strategies, sales strategies, leadership, public speaking and podcasting. David's weekly podcast "Lykken on Lending" is a fast-paced 60-minute podcast designed specifically for mortgage professionals. He is also a regular guest on FOX Business News and other networks and platforms such as CNBC, CBS Evening News, NPR and Bloomberg Radio. David studied BA Music at Pacific Lutheran University, AA Music at Waldorf College and completed his High School Diploma in Music at Battle Lake High School.