Seasoned banking leader joins OIM to drive residential lending and broker channel growth
The OIM Group has announced the appointment of Damon Knights as senior vice president and group head, residential lending, further strengthening its leadership team as the organization continues its rapid expansion across North America.
“I’m excited to join The OIM Group at such a pivotal time,” said Knights. “The industry continues to evolve rapidly, and there is a tremendous opportunity to provide brokers with more choice, greater support, and innovative lending solutions.”
Knights joined OIM from a major Canadian financial institution based in Toronto, where he most recently served as vice president, sales and distribution, personal banking. In this role, he led national sales and distribution within the organization’s personal banking division, working closely with mortgage brokers, financial advisors, and strategic partners across Canada to drive growth and strengthen distribution channels.
Throughout his career, Knights played a key role in driving national growth initiatives, building strong lender-broker relationships, and supporting innovation within Canada’s evolving mortgage landscape. He is widely recognized for his collaborative leadership style and long-standing commitment to the broker channel.
“Damon is an exceptional addition to our leadership team,” said Teddy Kyres, chief executive officer of The OIM Group. “He has earned tremendous respect across the mortgage industry for his ability to build strong relationships, drive meaningful growth, and champion the broker channel. His deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing today’s mortgage professionals will be invaluable as we continue investing in the tools, partnerships, and solutions that help brokers succeed and better serve their clients.”
In his new role, Knights will oversee strategic growth initiatives across The OIM Group’s affiliated brands, including Orbis Mortgage Group, Indi Mortgage, and the Independent Mortgage Network (IMN). He will also lead SWYFT Mortgage, the organization’s in-house lending division, with a focus on national expansion, strengthening lender partnerships, enhancing operational efficiencies, and delivering innovative solutions for brokers.
“What attracted me to OIM is its commitment to empowering mortgage professionals and creating an environment where brokers can thrive,” Knights said. “I look forward to working closely with our network and industry partners to help mortgage professionals grow their businesses and deliver exceptional outcomes for borrowers.”
The appointment reflects OIM’s continued investment in leadership, innovation, and growth as it further establishes itself as one of North America’s leading independent mortgage and financial services organizations. Today, The OIM Group supports a growing network of more than 800 mortgage professionals through its family of brands, technology platforms, and lending solutions.
About The OIM Group
The OIM Group is a leading North American mortgage platform focused on empowering mortgage professionals through innovative technology, strategic partnerships, operational support, and industry-leading growth opportunities. Through its network of affiliated brands and brokerages, OIM supports thousands of mortgage professionals across North America with a commitment to service excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
This article was provided by The OIM Group
