About XINNIX

Excellence is our driving force.

For twenty-five years we've had one purpose — to transform every life we touch, building excellence in the people who move the mortgage industry.

Our story

It started on a runway.

Casey “Blade” Cunningham, founder of XINNIX

For years I watched talented sales professionals get put in the air before they knew how to fly — handed a title and a phone and told to figure the rest out. I knew there was a better way, because I'd learned it the hard way myself.

My husband, Rob, flew the KC-135 for the Air Force. When I described how I developed people — fundamentals first, then practice, then real accounts with someone in their corner — he stopped me. That's how the military develops a pilot, he said: master the fundamentals, prove them in the simulator, fly supervised, and only when you're ready, get cleared to fly solo.

That parallel became The XINNIX System™ — the method behind every program in the academy, and the reason our people don't just learn this business, they perform in it.

Vision & mission

Why we exist.

Our vision

To be the premier professional development company dedicated to the achievement of excellence in others.

Our mission

Transform every life we touch.

What we stand for

Our core values.

Working at XINNIX →
01

Excellence

The standard in everything we do — and the outcome we build in others.

02

Service

We serve each other, our clients, and our communities — and put their success ahead of our own.

03

Innovation

We keep sharpening the method, the tools, and the experience.

04

Collaboration

We win as a team — with our clients, and with each other.

05

Education

We are passionate about learning — developing ourselves to master our craft and bring our best to our clients.

06

Accountability

We own it. We hold the standard — and we hold ourselves to it first.

Leadership

The team behind the academy.

Every member of the academy carries a callsign — a tradition borrowed from the flight line, where the people you fly with name you.

CCCasey “Blade” Cunningham
Casey “Blade” Cunningham
Founder/CEO
Why the call signBlade cuts to the chase and gets to the point. She's known for cutting straight to the problem and providing a powerful solution.
PersonalMarried to an Air Force veteran, two beautiful daughters, and passionate about her two dogs.
HobbiesLoves to fly fish, work out, read, and be with family.
Fun factTamed parrots in college for extra money. The trick? Let them bite you.
JSJess “Raven” Stanton
Jess “Raven” Stanton
Vice President of Client Success
Why the call signRaven reflects her Baltimore roots and her purpose here — aware, sharp, and adaptable — making sure every client becomes a true raving fan of XINNIX.
PersonalProud to be married to her Army veteran husband, with two daughters and a son.
HobbiesLives for live music — her perfect weekend is family time and a bluegrass concert.
Fun factHiked the Rock of Gibraltar using the original Mediterranean Steps instead of the cable car. Worth every step.
JKJack “Bullseye” Kauffman
Jack “Bullseye” Kauffman
AVP Program Manager
Why the call signHired mid all-star season in a competitive semi-pro lacrosse league, he kept hitting the mark — and it carried straight into his classes.
PersonalHis son tops the list, with two Labrador retrievers a close second.
HobbiesWorking out and fishing, since retiring from playing and coaching lacrosse.
Fun factHe's colorblind. Let's just say it keeps life interesting.
CCCasey “Comet” Cahill
Casey “Comet” Cahill
AVP Lead Trainer
Why the call signA comet means two things — someone who's awesome, and someone who's with you a short time, but what you cover together lasts a lifetime.
PersonalMarried to an amazing husband, mom to two (not-so-young-anymore) kids and two dogs.
HobbiesLoves taking the camper on adventures and exploring the outdoors.
Fun factFarm life — has raised pigs, cows, a donkey, goats, ducks, and chickens, including the famous rooster, Marvin.
KPKevin “Speed” Pasch
Kevin “Speed” Pasch
Vice President of Sales
Why the call signFrom a lifelong motorsports career. Speed isn't tangible — you discover it to win. Sales is the same: every client takes discovery.
PersonalMarried to his bride Emily since 2011 and dad to two girls, Mirabel and Ruby. Most mornings he's walking Maizey Blue.
HobbiesEverything outdoors, plus 15+ years racing performance boats. Sundays are for IndyCar and never missing a Lions game.
Fun factChewing gum? He can't blow bubbles.
ADAdam “Badger” Dyrek
Adam “Badger” Dyrek
National Sales Executive
Why the call signBadgers are relentless, fearless, and determined. Badger mentality means refusing to quit, no matter how hard the challenge.
PersonalMarried to his wife Jaime, with two kids — Carly (16) and Asher (8) — and two dogs, Belle and Taffy.
HobbiesHockey is life outside of work — playing, coaching, and watching. When hockey's not on, pickleball's a close second.
Fun factA math nerd growing up — took Top 10 in a Colorado MathCounts competition.
HMHillary “Hook” Mizell
Hillary “Hook” Mizell
National Sales Executive, Remote
Why the call signHook comes from Hillary's love of fishing. The best catches — and partnerships — are reeled in through patience, trust, and authenticity.
PersonalProud mom to one daughter, one schnauzer, and one rescued squirrel.
HobbiesLoves fishing, gardening, and baking with her daughter.
Fun factWrestled an 8-foot alligator once — and won.
TCTaylor “Point” Cook
Taylor “Point” Cook
AVP Chief of Staff
Why the call signAfter 14 years of competitive volleyball, she knows the point is everything — and keeps herself on point so nothing gets dropped.
PersonalMarried with two kids she's proudest of by a mile — daughter Quinn and son Callan — and family scattered across the country.
HobbiesA late-in-life tennis convert who found a community and a best friend. Off court: her Peloton and always the next thing to learn.
Fun factHer sourdough starter is old, temperamental, and demanding enough to basically count as a third kid.
DLDave “Beacon” Lawson
Dave “Beacon” Lawson
Head of Marketing
Why the call signHe's Beacon because he shines a light on the story, the people, and the path that moves the brand forward.
PersonalMarried 25 years; four moves across three states raising three kids and one very overprotective Corgi named Max.
HobbiesWeekends at the Wisconsin cabin — fishing and projects with the kids. Also hiking, aviation, fitness, and where AI is headed.
Fun factBuilt pretend radio stations as a kid, turned it into a 20-year on-air career, then launched the podcasting business that led to XINNIX.
Life at XINNIX

The people behind the work.

The record

Twenty-five years of excellence.

25
years developing the people who move the mortgage industry.
8,800
professionals developed a year, from first-day originators to CEOs.
30
culture & workplace awards.
Bulldog 100Best and BrightestGreat Place To Work CertifiedBest Places to Work

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