Founder & President: Deddrick T. Wilmer DE,SAR,AUTO

Dujuan’s Dad, Coach, Mentor, Brother, Uncle, Crawfish Boiler, and “Gumbeaux” Specialist.

While attending college, and working a part-time job at an Alabama bank assisting a long-time mortgage loan originator. In 1996, Deddrick found his calling in real estate finance. He extrapolated his ambition and acquired certifications such as, Department of Housing & Urban Development Direct Endorsement Underwriter, Veterans Administration Staff Appraisal Reviewer & Credit Underwriter right before the turn of the century .

Since 1996, Deddrick Wilmer served in leadership almost all of his entire professional journey with notable institutions such as, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Capital One, JP Morgan Chase, and Citibank.  Deddrick Wilmer also aligned with many professional associations throughout the US. This list includes, Mortgage Bankers Association, Texas Mortgage Banker’s Association, Greater Houston Builders Association & National Builders Association, Women’s Council of Realtors and State of Texas Elected Official as Director of Harris County Municipal Utility District 248

Deddrick Wilmer manages all aspects of business development for both the commercial and residential mortgage banking loan departments of Gumbeaux Lending Group as the Chief Lending Officer; successfully upholding client, investor, and bank relations.Deddrick upholds a productive and effective work environment while generating a family-like camaraderie amongst his employees. Wilmer’s efficacy and dedication extends beyond the family here at Gumbeaux Lending Group, and into his loving home where he groomed his handsome son Dujuan.

In addition to his leadership duties, Deddrick Wilmer is active in coaching premier, select, and metro baseball teams. Deddrick is also Play by Play Broadcaster for Texas Sports Radio Network. Deddrick uses these extracurricular engagements to play his part in binding his community together in the name of fun and fellowship. Given that Deddrick is Bred & Raised South Louisiana filled with Texas Soul, he knows how to “think big” and “let the good times roll!”

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  • Favorite Meal: Smothered Meatballs with Rice & Gravy, paired with Corn Marque Choux
  • Favorite Dishes to Cook: Boiled Crawfish (Tony’s Seafood Style) & Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
  • Favorite Restaurants: Pappa Bros-Westheimer (Steaks), Killens BBQ (BBQ), Viola & Agnes (Best Gumbo) & Olde Tyme Grocery(Po-Boys)
  • Favorite Sweets: Pecan Candy.. “It’s not a Praline!!–there’s a difference”
  • Favorite TV Shows: Greenleaf, Home Improvement & Queen of the South
  • Favorite Movies: Passion of the Christ, Office Space & Boomerang
  • Favorite Hobbies: Restaurant Searching & Golfing at the Spring Valley 9 hole Course… aka the “South Best’s Kept Secret”
  • Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians Chapter 13
  • Favorite Sermon: MLK’s last Sermon–“Drum Major Instinct”

Destiny Borel

Mother, Daughter, Sister, and Friend

Destiny was born and raised in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. After graduating college from LSU, she began working in the insurance industry as a licensed claim specialist. This is where she developed a passion for helping people navigate through difficult situations.

Destiny currently lives in Zachary, LA with her fiancé, where they share a six-year-old son, Janson. She has two dogs, “Bear” a Golden Doodle, and “Buck” a Cane Corso. She enjoys spending time with her family, cooking and volunteering with various community organizations in the Capital City. Her love for making people smile lead her to start her own photo booth company.

Destiny is excited to help others take control of their own destiny and reach homeownership!

  • Favorite meal: Boiled Crawfish (Extra Spicy)
  • Favorite dishes to cook: Smothered Pork Chops, Fresh Sausage & Creamed Corn
  • Favorite restaurants: 18 STEAK, Tsunami (Sushi)
  • Favorite sweets: Blue Bell Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Favorite TV show: Greys Anatomy, Girlfriends
  • Favorite movie: Bridesmaids
  • Favorite hobbies: Sitting on the Porch, trying new Restaurants, and Graphic Design
  • Favorite Bible verse: 2 Timothy 1:7