LoanDepot founder, chairman Anthony Hsieh named permanent CEO

LoanDepot (LDI) announced that Company Founder and Chairman of the Board Anthony Hsieh has been appointed permanent Chief Executive Officer by its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Hsieh has served as Interim CEO since the departure of Frank Martell on June 4, 2025. “We are fortunate Anthony has agreed to return to the role of CEO,” said loanDepot Board Member and Chair of the Nominating and Governance Committee Pam Patenaude. “The rapid acceleration of AI and its disruption of established operating models make this a unique moment in time for the Company. The industry has entered a period of significant change, and with his founder’s mentality, history of disruption and commitment to innovation, no one is better suited than Anthony to lead loanDepot through this transformation.”