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o "Art" Esparza joined the Bakersfield Breakfast Rotary Club on August 9, 2023, sponsored by
Cheryl Scott. With a Rotary classification in Mortgage Lending, Art brings a wealth of experience and a
strong community focus to our club.
o "Art" Esparza joined the Bakersfield Breakfast Rotary Club on August 9, 2023, sponsored byCheryl Scott. With a Rotary classification in Mortgage Lending, Art brings a wealth of experience and a
strong community focus to our club.
A seasoned finance professional, Art has over 30 years of experience in the mortgage industry. He
graduated from CSUB in 1991 with a degree in Business Administration, focusing on Marketing. His
career began as a Credit Manager at Norwest Financial before transitioning to mortgage lending, where
he quickly progressed through roles as a Loan Officer and Branch Manager with companies like
Medallion Mortgage, Union Planters, and GMAC Mortgage. Since 2005, Art has been the Branch Owner
and Producing Branch Manager at Mortgage Connection, where he combines his leadership skills with
hands-on loan origination expertise.
graduated from CSUB in 1991 with a degree in Business Administration, focusing on Marketing. His
career began as a Credit Manager at Norwest Financial before transitioning to mortgage lending, where
he quickly progressed through roles as a Loan Officer and Branch Manager with companies like
Medallion Mortgage, Union Planters, and GMAC Mortgage. Since 2005, Art has been the Branch Owner
and Producing Branch Manager at Mortgage Connection, where he combines his leadership skills with
hands-on loan origination expertise.
Art and his wife, Sylvia, are about to celebrate 31 years of marriage this August. Though they have no
children or pets, Art's life is filled with passion and activity. A lifelong sports enthusiast, he has recently
become addicted to Pickleball, hitting the court 3-4 days a week. When he's not playing, you'll find him
lifting weights, running, or indulging in his self-improvement addiction. Art also gives back to the
community by volunteering with West Girls' Basketball, a commitment that stems from the positive
impact his childhood coaches had on him as a young immigrant.
children or pets, Art's life is filled with passion and activity. A lifelong sports enthusiast, he has recently
become addicted to Pickleball, hitting the court 3-4 days a week. When he's not playing, you'll find him
lifting weights, running, or indulging in his self-improvement addiction. Art also gives back to the
community by volunteering with West Girls' Basketball, a commitment that stems from the positive
impact his childhood coaches had on him as a young immigrant.
For Art, Rotary is a gift that connects him with genuinely good people who care deeply about the
community and work actively to make a difference. Being part of the Breakfast Rotary Club fills him with
pride as he witnesses firsthand the positive impact of their collective efforts. The camaraderie, shared
values, and dedication to service among members inspire Art daily and reinforce his commitment to
giving back.
community and work actively to make a difference. Being part of the Breakfast Rotary Club fills him with
pride as he witnesses firsthand the positive impact of their collective efforts. The camaraderie, shared
values, and dedication to service among members inspire Art daily and reinforce his commitment to
giving back.
We are thrilled to have Art as part of the BBRC family and look forward to the many contributions he will
bring to our club and community!
bring to our club and community!