Kelly Schaefer
PMP, Product Development and Project Management Professional
- Role
- VP Product Management at Cornerstone Home Lending
- Location
- Overland Park, KS, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kelly Schaefer
I’m a results-driven product leader with a passion for building, optimizing, and scaling niche and Non-QM mortgage products that drive real growth. As VP of Product Management at Cornerstone Home Lending, I lead strategy and execution for specialized programs including bank statement, DSCR, Asset Depletion/Utilization, Bridge, and closed-end second loans — transforming innovative product ideas into profitable, high-performing lending solutions.Since stepping into this role, I’ve increased Non-QM production by 186%, fueled by smart data analytics, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep commitment to loan officer enablement. I oversee post-launch product success, manage pricing and execution alignment with Secondary Marketing and Capital Markets, and lead the SNAP (Support for Niche and Alternative Products) scenario desk — ensuring our teams can structure complex deals with confidence and clarity.Earlier in my career, I led teams of individual contributors, overseeing the launch and maturation of new products into targeted strategic markets. My background spans product development, compliance, process improvement, vendor management, and system implementation — blending strong business acumen with technical insight to deliver results.At my core, I thrive on bridging the gap between innovation and execution — helping teams turn strategic ideas into scalable, sustainable growth.
Experience
VP Product Management
Sep 2024 — Present · US
I drive strategy and growth for Cornerstone’s Non-QM and niche product suite — including bank statement, DSCR, bridge, and closed-end second programs. Since taking on this role, I’ve increased Non-QM production by 186% through data-driven execution, cross-functional alignment, and loan officer enablement. I oversee post-launch performance, head the SNAP scenario desk, and deliver Product Deep Dives that turn complex lending into scalable sales success.
Education
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
1996
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