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OPSCON Irvine

OPSCON Irvine 2026 β€” November 9–10 | The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, CA
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The Only Conference Focused On Underwriting & Operations Leaders

OPSCON
Irvine

Two high-impact days designed to help mortgage Operations Leaders work smarter, move faster, and stay ahead of industry change.

Date November 9–10, 2026
Location Irvine / Costa Mesa, CA
Venue The Westin South Coast Plaza
🌴   OPSCON Irvine β€” November 9–10, 2026 Β· The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, CA   🌴

What Is
OPSCON?

OPSCON is the only national conference built exclusively for mortgage underwriting and operations leaders. No fluff. No vendor pitches disguised as sessions. Just the conversations, insights, and connections that move your career and your team forward.

Two days in Southern California packed with peer roundtables, expert-led sessions, and relationship-building moments you won't find anywhere else in the industry.

200+ Operations Leaders
2 High-Impact Days
30+ Industry Speakers
1 Community. Your Community.

Built For
Ops Leaders

Actionable Education

Every session is designed around real operational challenges β€” not theory. Leave with tools and frameworks you can implement Monday morning.

Peer-Level Connection

Meet underwriters, processors, and ops directors from lenders of all sizes. The conversations in the hallways are just as valuable as the mainstage.

West Coast Energy

Southern California brings a unique perspective on the market. Hear from lenders navigating the West Coast landscape alongside national industry voices.

Leadership Development

Whether you're a team lead or VP of Operations, OPSCON sharpens your strategic thinking and helps you develop as a leader in this industry.

Cutting-Edge Tech Showcase

Explore the latest tools, platforms, and automation solutions built specifically for mortgage operations in our curated sponsor expo.

NAMMBA Network

Tap into NAMMBA's national network of minority mortgage professionals β€” building relationships that advance both your career and the industry.

Event Agenda

7:30 AM
Networking

Registration & Morning Networking

Check in, grab coffee, and connect with fellow ops leaders before the day kicks off. The expo hall opens for early browsing.

9:00 AM
Keynote

Opening Keynote: The State of Mortgage Operations

A high-level look at where the industry stands β€” volumes, technology adoption, workforce trends β€” and what it means for operations leaders in 2026 and beyond.

10:15 AM
Breakout Sessions

Morning Breakouts β€” Choose Your Track

Select from sessions on underwriting efficiency, AI-assisted processing, team structure, and compliance management. Multiple tracks running simultaneously.

12:00 PM
Networking

Networking Lunch

Sit with industry peers, swap contact info, and continue the conversations started in the morning sessions.

1:30 PM
Panel

Ops Leader Roundtable: The West Coast Perspective

A candid panel of California-based ops executives shares what's working β€” and what isn't β€” in today's challenging market environment.

3:00 PM
Expo

Sponsor Expo & Afternoon Break

Visit the exhibit floor, see live product demos, and explore solutions built to improve your operations workflow.

4:30 PM
Session

Afternoon Deep-Dives

Focused sessions on topics including underwriting guidelines, remote team management, and pipeline management best practices.

6:30 PM
Networking

Evening Reception

Close out Day 1 with cocktails, connections, and community. One of the best networking opportunities of the entire conference.

8:00 AM
Networking

Breakfast & Morning Connections

Start Day 2 with a warm meal and the energy of the community around you. Sponsor tables available for open conversation.

9:00 AM
Keynote

Day 2 Keynote: Leading Through Change

An inspiring address on what it takes to lead operations teams through industry cycles, market shifts, and organizational transformation.

10:15 AM
Workshops

Interactive Workshops

Hands-on, small-group workshops covering process improvement, underwriter training frameworks, and data-driven operations management.

12:00 PM
Networking

Awards Luncheon

Celebrate excellence in mortgage operations. NAMMBA recognizes outstanding contributors and leaders making an impact across the industry.

2:00 PM
Panel

Future of Underwriting: Technology & the Human Element

Industry veterans and technology leaders debate how AI, automation, and human judgment must work together to build reliable, scalable operations.

3:30 PM
Closing Session

Closing Keynote & Call to Action

Leave OPSCON Irvine energized, connected, and equipped with a concrete plan for what comes next in your ops journey.

4:30 PM
Networking

Farewell Reception

One final opportunity to exchange info, make plans to stay connected, and celebrate two remarkable days of community and learning.

Put Your Brand in
the Right Room

The Westin South Coast Plaza

The Westin South Coast Plaza Β· 686 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

The Westin
South Coast Plaza

OPSCON Irvine takes place at one of Southern California's premier meeting destinations β€” steps from world-class shopping and dining, and minutes from John Wayne Airport.

The Westin South Coast Plaza offers a sophisticated setting with state-of-the-art meeting facilities, flexible event spaces, and the kind of environment that makes two full days of learning and connecting feel effortless.

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Address 686 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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Nearest Airport John Wayne Airport (SNA) β€” approx. 5 miles
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Hotel Block Discounted room rates available for OPSCON attendees β€” details provided upon registration
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South Coast Plaza Adjacent to one of the nation's top retail destinations β€” explore during breaks and evenings
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November in SoCal Expect sunny skies and temps in the mid-70s β€” a beautiful backdrop for two days of inspiration

Hear From The Community

Real conversations with mortgage operations leaders about what OPSCON means to them.

Ready to Get Ahead?

Join mortgage operations leaders from across the country at OPSCON Irvine β€” November 9–10, 2026.

Register Now Become a Sponsor

OPSCON Irvine Β· November 9–10, 2026 Β· The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa, CA
Presented by NAMMBA β€” The National Association of Minority Mortgage Bankers of America

OPSCON Irvine — November 9–10, 2026 · The Westin South Coast Plaza