Paula Tuffin is the Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel at Better Home Finance Holding Class, where she spearheads the company's legal strategy, regulatory compliance, and risk management initiatives. With more than 25 years of experience in financial services law, Paula brings a wealth of expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, including mortgage lending, consumer finance, and securities regulations. She earned her J.D. from New York University School of Law and her B.A. in Political Science from Georgetown University, laying the foundation for a distinguished career focused on upholding ethical standards and fostering sustainable growth in the home finance sector. Before joining Better Home Finance Holding Class, Paula held senior roles such as Deputy General Counsel at a top-tier national mortgage servicer and Compliance Director at a prominent investment bank. Her notable achievements include leading the overhaul of compliance frameworks during the post-financial crisis era, which resulted in multimillion-dollar cost savings through preemptive risk mitigation and earning her the Financial Women in Leadership Award for Regulatory Excellence. She has also advised on high-profile mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration while adhering to stringent federal guidelines from bodies like the CFPB and SEC. In her current position, Paula oversees a multidisciplinary team that drives proactive compliance programs, corporate governance, and litigation strategy, enabling Better Home Finance Holding Class to innovate in digital home financing without compromising integrity. Under her guidance, the company has maintained a flawless regulatory record, expanded into new markets, and implemented AI-driven compliance tools that set industry benchmarks. A sought-after speaker at conferences like the Mortgage Bankers Association Annual Meeting, Paula continues to shape the future of compliant financial innovation.