Company Bios

JOHN (“JOHNNY”) A. CLAWSON, III , CCIM, – PRESIDENT
John A. (“Johnny”) Clawson, III, CCIM is the President and CEO of The Clawson Group, Inc., a commercial mortgage lending company specializing in commercial real estate financing and related services. Johnny directs the efforts of loan officers, processors, closers and servicing personnel to meet the needs of borrowers and lenders. Despite these management duties, Johnny is consistently the top producer for the company having built up a large client base that relies on Johnny for his financing expertise. Johnny holds the CCIM real estate designation, is a member of the Mortgage Bankers Association and has a finance degree from the University of Utah. Johnny affiliated with The Clawson Group in August of 1997 working in the operations / servicing areas of the company. Johnny commenced loan production shortly thereafter working closely with his father. Johnny’s sharp aptitude for the business quickly led to his own accounts and relationships wherein Johnny has become a consistent top producer. In 2006, Johnny was elevated to President of the company and he works closely with JR in the growth and development of all aspects of the company. Johnny graduated in 2001 from the University of Utah with a degree in Business Finance. In April 2005, Johnny earned the CCIM designation further enhancing his training and understanding of the commercial real estate industry and markets.

TRENT SNARR – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Trent Snarr has been involved in commercial real estate capital markets since 2004.  Trent’s primary responsibilities and expertise include debt procurement for all categories of commercial real estate including office, retail, industrial, multi-family, hotel, self-storage and special use.  On behalf of his clients, Trent taps a variety of capital sources which include GSE’s, CMBS, banks, debt funds and has market specific correspondent relationships with various Life Insurance companies.  Trent also provides consulting services for clients in the commercial real estate sector.  By joining the Clawson Group Trent will continue to be able to provide his clients unequaled access to the debt capital markets and help them achieve the most favorable solutions for their capital needs and business objectives. Prior to joining The Clawson Group, Trent was a Vice President in CBRE’s Debt & Structured Finance team in Salt Lake City and the Bay Area of California.  Prior to CBRE, Trent was a Director with CIBC World Markets Real Estate Finance Group in New York City and Salt Lake City where he originated and underwrote CMBS and balance sheet mortgage debt for all types of commercial real estate transactions across the country.

VALORIE WAGSTAFF – LOAN PROCESSOR
Valorie Wagstaff has been with The Clawson Group since 1997. Valorie is well-regarded by lenders and clients for her experience and proficiency. She is detail-oriented and always provides the highest degree of customer service. As a Loan Processor and member of the production and underwriting team, Valorie is responsible for “packaging” loan presentations to lenders.

KEVYN ALDRICH – MANAGER & CLOSING OFFICER 
Kevyn Aldrich joined The Clawson Group in 2007. He comes from a strong background in Management and has a finance degree from the University of Utah. Kevyn has been awarded with the “Top Closer” award by several lenders and is known for getting the deal done. Kevyn coordinates the entire closing process between lender, counsel, and borrower ensuring loans are complete and ready to close in a timely manner.  He also manages The Clawson Group office.

CODY CLAWSON – SERVICING ADMINISTRATOR

BEAU CLAWSON – SERVICING ANALYST

BRODY BEVAN – SERVICING ASSISTANT