Acquired by Constellation Software Inc. from Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) as part of its acquisition of Black Knight, Inc., Dark Matter Technologies will operate under the US-based Perseus Group and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. Dark Matter Technologies retains its long-standing leadership team, its workforce of more than 1,300 team members, and all technology integrations. During the transition, Empower® LOS clients and other Origination Technologies users will be guided through a seamless transition.
Category-leading technology from a team you trust.
Rich Gagliano
Chief Executive Officer
Ravi Varma
President India Operations
Bill Warden
Chief Financial Officer
Sean Dugan
Chief Revenue Officer
Andria James
Chief Administrative Officer
Blake Gibson
EVP & General Counsel
Peggy Milbourn
Chief Operating Officer
Derrick Hadzima
Chief Information Officer
Frank Poiesz
Chief Strategy Officer
Michael Housch
Chief Risk & Information Security Officer
Stephanie Durflinger
Chief Product Officer
Rich Gagliano
Rich Gagliano
Chief Executive Officer
A visionary leader instrumental in the accelerated formation of Dark Matter Technologies, Rich has been recognized for his commitment to innovation and service. He challenges teams to find new ways to support the mortgage industry, from cutting-edge technology development through exceptional implementation processes and customer support.
Ravi Varma
Ravi Varma
President India Operations
Ravi has C-Suite experience with several technology companies—including the mortgage banking industry—making him well-positioned to direct Dark Matter Technologies in India. His confident leadership and industry knowledge have helped lead many Originations product advancements, and his clear communication ensures projects are delivered on time and on budget.
Bill Warden
Bill Warden
Chief Financial Officer
Bill brings more than 30 years of experience in financial, accounting, operating and treasury leadership roles. His approach to collaborative problem solving and employee engagement fosters a spirit of camaraderie at Dark Matter. Having spent the last 12 years in the mortgage lending technology industry along with his insightfulness into operating results makes Bill uniquely qualified as a key member of the leadership team.
Sean Dugan
Sean Dugan
Chief Revenue Officer
A seasoned professional with more than 25 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Sean is a hands-on executive who listens to customers and values a variety of opinions. Leading by example, Sean’s team stresses proactive responsiveness, listening first and then proposing solutions that will resolve problems before they arise.
Andria James
Andria James
Chief Administrative Officer
Andria is an organizational professional who knows how to guide people, build teams and get the most from them. Her strong communication skills set the foundation for her work on all administrative functions on behalf of the executive team. In addition, Andria oversees Human Resources for the 1,300 associates at the company.
Blake Gibson
Blake Gibson
EVP & General Counsel
Blake holds a dual leadership role at Dark Matter Technologies, heading our product teams while overseeing legal, regulatory, and compliance functions. His extensive legal and technical expertise is pivotal in navigating heavily regulated industries, particularly in the domain of origination technologies and cutting-edge artificial intelligence.
Peggy Milbourn
Peggy Milbourn
Chief Operating Officer
Peggy enjoys working with her team and clients to achieve strong partnerships, built on mutual trust and respect. With extensive experience in client satisfaction, she is focused on providing the best implementation for our clients. She has a passion for building collaborative teams with a deep understanding of mortgage processes and driving process improvement to acquire a tangible return on her clients’ investments.
Derrick Hadzima
Derrick Hadzima
Chief Information Officer
Derrick brings Dark Matter Technologies an enthusiasm for all things technology. He has the ability to explain complicated technical concepts and deliver on significant software advancements on behalf of clients. While keeping the customer top of mind, he inspires his team to think beyond the ordinary—technology for the sake of technology doesn’t cut it; it must bring value to the market.
Frank Poiesz
Frank Poiesz
Chief Strategy Officer
Frank’s extensive experience in financial technology gives Dark Matter Technologies a true advantage in business development and strategic planning. He understands the complexities of mortgage lending and inspires teams to build the latest technologies to automate our customers’ businesses and ensure compliance.
Michael Housch
Michael Housch
Chief Risk & Information Security Officer
Michael Housch has over two decades of experience protecting the digital interests of corporations. With a keen eye for emergent threats and a proactive approach to risk management, he has designed and implemented robust cyber and risk programs for numerous large enterprises in the financial industry.
Stephanie Durflinger
Stephanie Durflinger
Chief Product Officer
An industry leader with over 15 years of experience, Stephanie will guide the development team for the Empower® LOS and all digital products. She values working closely with customers to better understand the challenges that impede efficiency. This experience informs her product development philosophy, working to give lenders unprecedented performance and value. Her depth and breadth of experience led to her being named to the board of directors of the Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Organization (MISMO), which is responsible for developing standards for information exchange in the U.S. mortgage industry.