Marcus McCue
Director of Mortgage Operations, SVP

Guardian Mortgage’s Director of Mortgage Operations, SVP, Marcus McCue is an innovative and results-driven leader who has contributed to the company’s growth in retail origination, correspondent lending, operations and project management.
Marcus began his career at Guardian Mortgage in 2002 as a mortgage originator, where he quickly became the company’s leading producer. Rather than keep the secrets of his success to himself, Marcus shared his knowledge in various management positions and helped multiply the company’s successes.
Prior to joining Guardian Mortgage, Marcus served as vice president of commercial banking for a Dallas bank and as an Internet dot-com business executive. Brought up in a small Nebraska town, he came to Dallas in 1997 to attend SMU and has remained in the area his entire working career. When not focused on mortgage strategy and initiatives, Marcus enjoys spending time with his four children, a variety of fitness activities and watching Nebraska Cornhuskers football.
Marcus is a graduate of Southern Methodist University (SMU).
2701 Dallas Parkway, Suite 180
Plano, Texas 75093
972.248.4663
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Josh Martin
Director of Mortgage Loan Sales, SVP
Over the last several decades, Josh Martin has gained invaluable experience by successfully navigating the complexities of the mortgage industry. He began his career as a residential mortgage lender immediately after graduating high school and nearly 25 years later finds himself as the Director of Mortgage Loan Sales/ SVP at Guardian Mortgage. Josh’s expertise and professional knowledge combined with his drive and dedication made him the perfect candidate for his leadership role. In the latest stage of his career, Josh has redirected his focus away from loan origination and moved toward leadership, coaching and mentoring, allowing him to promote the growth and success of the individuals and teams around him. Josh is knowledgeable, personable, and always willing to dedicate his time toward the betterment of everyone else. For him, the successes of others are of the highest priority.
Josh works hard and has a contagious willingness to put the needs of others before his own. Simply put – Josh Martin is a leader who treats people the way he would want to be treated. Outside of the office he enjoys boating, spending quality time with his family, and traveling to new destinations.
239 W Main Avenue, Suite 100
Spokane, WA 99201
208.661.7798
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Rhett Broussard
Director of National Sales Development
Rhett Broussard is the Director of National Sales Development at Guardian Mortgage. He has nearly two decades of experience as a top-producing loan officer, branch manager, and area mortgage manager. Rhett excels at identifying areas of improvement, streamlining processes, and building strong sales teams.
His professional life actually began in the oil industry as an underwater diver, but when he contemplated starting a family Rhett decided to take his skills to a safer work environment. He first worked in sales and marketing for top home builders and eventually landed in the mortgage industry as a leading loan originator.
Rhett excels in finding solutions to challenges. He founded a software company—software that he conceived and developed—which leads its class as a solution for mortgage production and marketing. He understands the business from end-to-end and he shares this knowledge to help all of his team members find their own path to success.
Rhett is proud of the culture at Guardian Mortgage, and he loves watching his team members go from good to great. Each day he strives to help someone who needs it, compliment people when they deserve it, and learn something new. Outside of work, Rhett enjoys time with family, snow skiing, and working out.
2701 Dallas Parkway, Suite 180
Plano, TX 75093
214.803.1003
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John Cottrell
Senior Vice President and Director of Mortgage Servicing

John Cottrell is a Senior Vice President and the Director of Mortgage Servicing. He has been with Guardian Mortgage since 2014, leading the department with his dedication to delivering world-class levels of customer service.
John began his mortgage career in 1991, working in a variety of roles within the industry—beginning as self-employed and eventually moving to positions with larger mortgage servicers specializing in litigation, foreclosure, and bankruptcy. Always leading by example, John’s commitment to superior customer service builds a strong foundation of trust for present and future generations of Guardian Mortgage clients.
As he looks forward to new challenges within his role, John acknowledges a love for his team and the work they do to provide the best loan servicing available anywhere. When not at work, John enjoys spending time with his family.
2701 Dallas Parkway, Suite 180
Plano, Texas 75093
972.248.4663
[email protected]