We like to announce that Senior Vice President of Marketing Craig Leabig has been named a 2025 HousingWire Marketing Leader. This year’s award honors 55 professionals reshaping how mortgage and real estate companies engage prospects and accelerate growth. Leabig’s strategic leadership has transformed Informative Research’s marketing into an engine of innovation and measurable results.
Leabig’s work has elevated the company’s presence and brand visibility, driving significant business impact. Over the past year, he led the launch of a real-time client status page, integrated multi-brand campaigns, and implemented a scalable content engine. His efforts more than doubled Informative Research’s digital footprint and significantly boosted client engagement.
"He’s built a high-performing marketing team that punches well above its weight"
- Scott Horn Chief Innovation Officer.
“Craig leads with clarity, purpose and an unwavering focus on results,” said Scott Horn Chief Innovation Officer. “He’s built a high-performing marketing team that punches well above its weight, delivering consistent wins across brand visibility, revenue contribution and team development. His ability to scale output while maintaining message consistency is a testament to both his strategic mindset and his empowering leadership.”
“The 2025 Marketing Leaders are charting new territory and redefining what’s possible in mortgage and real estate marketing,” said HousingWire Editor-in-Chief Sarah Wheeler. “Their bold strategies, inventive campaigns and data-informed decisions are accelerating business performance and reshaping industry standards. We’re incredibly proud to recognize these trailblazing leaders who showcase the true impact and potential of modern marketing.”
About Craig
Craig Leabig is an entrepreneurial-minded leader with deep experience in Sales, Marketing, and Operations. He’s passionate about using data, analytics, and technology to drive profitable growth. Since joining Informative Research in Spring 2023 as Senior Vice President of Marketing, Craig has led efforts to help mortgage lenders streamline processes and reduce costs through data-driven solutions. His work is guided by a simple motto: “always be helping.” Whether through collaboration, strategy, or problem-solving, he focuses on creating meaningful impact.
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