Mortgage Advisors
Guiding you home is what we do.
Whether you are looking to purchase your first home or refinance your existing home, our team of mortgage professionals is ready to answer your questions and walk you through the home-buying process.
VP of Mortgage Lending
Shannon Guillory
After 25 years of experience in the mortgage industry, and is driven by the reward of making homeownership a reality for our members. She stepped into the role of Mortgage Loan Manager in 2014 and has since been promoted to VP of Mortgage Lending.
Shannon began her mortgage career in 1999 as a Mortgage Loan Officer and gained valuable experience working with GMAC Mortgage LLC and PrimeLending. In 2009, she embraced the role of consumer lending specialist at Education First. However, it didn’t take long to realize that her heart truly belonged to mortgage services. She understood that she could make a profound impact on our members’ lives during this pivotal stage.
Shannon is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and studied Business at Lamar University. She is a member of the Beaumont Board of Realtors and the Texas Credit Union Real Estate Network. She is a wife of 35 years, a mother of three amazing sons, and three beautiful grandchildren.
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Mortgage Loan Manager
Jessica Wooten
Jessica, a native of Beaumont, TX, graduated from Central Senior High School and obtained an associate degree in business administration from New Vista College. With a strong background in loan services administration and project coordination, she joined Education First in 2020 as a Mortgage Loan Servicing Representative, eventually advancing to the role of Mortgage Loan Manager.
“I have an overall love and passion for helping community members reach their goal of homeownership and become financially successful. I love working at Education First because the staff shares my passion for wanting to help our members however we can.”
Jessica currently holds the role of treasurer of EFFCU's Catalyst Young Professional Group. She is a proud mother of two. On her days off, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and studying real estate, as she is currently enrolled at LIT for an associate degree in real estate.
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Mortgage Loan Officer
Jessica Callahan
NMLS # 2249482
Jessica Callahan has been in the banking and mortgage lending world for over 15 years, so she really knows her stuff. She takes the time to understand a homebuyer's bigger financial picture and offers expert advice to help them make smart choices. She's committed to great customer service, always ready to answer questions and support her clients throughout the home-buying journey, making it as easy and stress-free as possible.
Born and raised in Southeast Texas, she has a deep appreciation for the local community and loves supporting its evolving food, shopping and live music scene.
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Mortgage Loan Officer
Danielle Johnson
NMLS# 2466332
With over 14 years of experience in the financial services industry, Danielle was drawn to mortgage lending professionally because she understands first-hand how intimidating the home-buying process can be, especially for those experiencing it for the first time. That's why she is committed to providing personalized guidance and clear communication at every step of the lending process.
When she is not helping members with their perfect home loan, you'll find Danielle immersed in an audiobook or performing karaoke.
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Contact the Mortgage Department directly at (409) 898-3770, and select option 1.
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