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What separates a real AI strategy from simply using AI tools? In this episode of The Pavan Perspective, Pavan Agarwal, David Lykken, and Jennifer Vallinayagam discuss why enterprise-grade AI requires much more than a Large Language Model (LLM). Learn how AngelAi® is transforming mortgage lending by reducing costs, improving accuracy, minimizing bias, and expanding access to credit worldwide.
They explore enterprise AI, digital transformation, machine learning, FinTech innovation, responsible AI, and why purpose-built AI outperforms generic AI tools. Discover how AngelAi leverages Proprietary AI (PropAI), warranted intelligence, human-in-the-loop collaboration, and intelligent workflow automation to reshape the future of financial services.
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Speaker Information
Pavan Agarwal
Founder/CEO of Celligence LLC, Creator of AngelAi
Pavan Agarwal is the Chief Executive Officer of Sun West, one of the largest independent, privately owned mortgage companies in the U.S. He is also the founder of Celligence, which combines Artificial Intelligence and Empathetic Technology to make mortgages simpler and more accessible. A strong advocate for Fair Lending, Pavan is dedicated to expanding homeownership opportunities through innovation.
His work has been recognized by Fox News, Yahoo!, and Bloomberg, and he has been nominated for a national philanthropy award for his contributions to The Autism Community in Action (TACA).
Jennifer Vallinayagam
Chief Operating Officer
Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc.
Jennifer Vallinayagam serves as Chief Operating Officer of Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. Since joining the company in 1999, she has played a key role in developing the Mortgage Loan Origination System (SunSoft/SMILES), which powers the company's origination and servicing operations.
Her leadership has earned her recognition as a 2023 HousingWire Woman of Influence, a 2023 Mortgage Lending Woman of Inspiration by National Mortgage Professional, and a Globee® Women in Business Award recipient.
David Lykken
Founder and Chief Transformation Officer | Executive Coach and Business Strategy Consultant | Transformational Mortgage Solutions, LLC
David Lykken is a mortgage industry veteran with over four decades of experience. A former owner-operator of multiple mortgage banking companies and consulting firms, he advises C-level executives on business strategy, sales, marketing, and operational efficiency.
David is a regular guest on FOX Business News and CNBC, hosts the popular Lykken on Lending podcast, produces the daily Today's Mortgage Minute, and frequently contributes to leading mortgage industry publications.
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Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. is acting as the Lender and offers financing to qualified borrowers. Sun West Mortgage Company, Inc. is not affiliated with any third parties mentioned above. All trademarks and names are the property of their respective owners.
