Learning & Mentorship Champion Award Nominee 2026
Kajan Kunabalasingam
Founder & Principal Broker, FIN Mortgage
Kajan is the kind of leader who genuinely wants to see the people around him succeed. He doesn't just focus on building a successful business; he takes the time to help others buil...
Why they were nominated
Kajan is the kind of leader who genuinely wants to see the people around him succeed. He doesn't just focus on building a successful business; he takes the time to help others build successful careers. Whether it's guiding a new agent through their first deal, helping someone work through a challenging file, or sharing the lessons he's learned throughout his career, Kajan is always willing to share his knowledge and experience not only with the those in the industry and under his leadership but also with people outside of his organization and circle. He is never gatekeeping and is always sharing on how someone could scale their business regardless of industry.
What makes him stand out is that his mentorship goes beyond teaching people how to close deals. He teaches them to think critically, be transparent with clients, take accountability, and always do what's right for the client. He leads by example and creates an environment where people feel comfortable asking questions, learning from mistakes, and growing with confidence. To Kajan, success isn't just about what he achieves personally; it's about how many other people he can help succeed along the way.
Achievements
- Built FIN Academy, an eight-week, in-person training program designed to help new mortgage agents develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in the industry.
- Created a collaborative environment where agents can access guidance from experienced underwriters and leadership when navigating challenging mortgage deals.
- Invests time in developing agents' understanding of underwriting, lead generation, client relationships, marketing, and post-closing service.
- Helps agents understand the reasoning behind a lending decision, rather than simply telling them what to do, building stronger and more independent professionals.
- Continues to mentor agents while actively running a brokerage and managing his own business responsibilities.
Community contribution
Kajan believes that success means more than building a business; it also means making a difference in the community around you. He actively supports local community events and sponsors sports leagues for both adults and youth, helping create opportunities for people to come together, stay active, and build meaningful connections.
His contributions go beyond simply providing sponsorship. By investing in these initiatives, Kajan helps support the people who organize community events, gives local sports programs a stronger foundation, and helps create opportunities for young people to develop confidence, teamwork, and discipline. His support for adult sports leagues also helps bring people together, strengthen relationships, and build a greater sense of belonging.
What makes his involvement meaningful is his willingness to use the success he has built to support others. Whether it's helping a youth sports program continue its activities or contributing to an event that brings the community together, Kajan recognizes that even small acts of support can have a lasting impact. He leads by example, showing that being a business owner also comes with an opportunity to give back, invest in others, and help build a stronger community for everyone.
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