Westcor’s parent company, Ardán, is a family of companies that make real estate closings faster, simpler, and safer through technology-driven, innovative solutions, sound underwriting, and exceptional customer service. At Ardán, we believe it is prudent to adopt an organizational structure that provides clarity to the market and ensures that each of our businesses has the resources needed to fuel future growth.
The Orogen Group makes significant long-term strategic investments in financial services companies and related businesses with proven business models. Their team has extensive strategic, operational, and regulatory experience in the financial services industry and combines an expertise in financial services business models – and where value can be created – with a deep understanding of how the industry is evolving.
The best in the business! Creative, collaborative, and fun, our team is full of fantastic folks who found a career in the title industry.
Steve Black
President / Chief Operating Officer
Mike SchefstadMike Schefstad was appointed to be Westcor’s CFO and Treasurer in 2004. He entered the title industry in 1989 while attending college and proceeded to spend 15 years at a regional underwriter.
Michael oversees the financial reporting, investments, the agency audit program, as well as state regulatory matters. Michael has served on the audit and accounting committees for the American Land Title Association.
Scott ChandlerScott Chandler has been at Westcor for over 16 years. As COO he is responsible for operations nationwide and organizational growth of the company.
Scott has been a member of ALTA for 20+ years and received his NTP (National Title Professional) designation in 2015.
He now sits on the ALTA Board of Governors.
Mary O’DonnellUnder Mary’s leadership, Westcor has achieved a national presence through geographic expansion and superior service to title agents.
Mary’s focus on continuous innovation and the use of advanced analytics and technologies has made Westcor a valuable distribution partner.
As a result, Westcor has achieved substantial premium growth and market leading profitability. Click here to learn more about our fearless leader.