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First American CTO Honored for Tech Innovation
3 Nov
Summary
- Jody Mulkey recognized for reshaping technology deployment.
- New AI-native platforms like Endpoint and Sequoia launched.
- Hundreds trained on AI tools for product development.
Jody Mulkey, Chief Technology Officer at First American Financial Corporation, has received the 2026 Tech Trendsetter award from HousingWire. This recognition highlights his significant contributions to advancing the housing industry through technology and innovation.
Mulkey has spearheaded a fundamental shift in how First American develops and deploys advanced technologies. His strategy prioritizes leveraging the company's extensive data assets and integrates agentic product development processes, which utilize artificial intelligence to streamline workflows and accelerate project timelines.
Under his guidance, First American has introduced AI-native platforms like Endpoint for settlement and Sequoia for instant title decisioning. These transformative tools are currently rolling out in select markets, marking a significant step in the digital transformation of real estate transactions.
First American, a leader in title, settlement, and risk solutions, has been recognized for its financial strength and innovative technologies. The company's total revenue was $7.5 billion in 2025, and it has been named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For for eleven consecutive years.
