Meet The Team
Katherine Handzel
Owner
Katherine Handzel
Katherine is the proud owner of Cosmopolitan Title Agency, LLC. Her dedication, determination, and hard work has been the driving force in growing Cosmopolitan into the world class service provider it is today. She brings with her over 16 years of knowledge and experience in all facets of title industry, from working as a processor to becoming a successful owner with multiple offices, operating in several states. Katherine prides herself on Cosmo’s ability to handle all the various types of transactions ranging from standard residential closings to your more complex commercial and REO closings. She believes that every client, as well as their customers deserve the personal attention that ensures all parties can walk away from the closing table completely satisfied and excited about the next transaction. Katherine values the relationships she has cultivated and is dedicated to fostering business growth for all. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, fur babies and friends. Katherine is a dedicated Chicago fan (White Sox, Blackhawks, Bulls and Da Bears) and is an avid traveler.
Denise Quinn
Chief Operating Officer
Northern Kentucky Office
Denise Quinn
Denise is the Chief Operating Officer of the Northern Kentucky office and has been with Cosmopolitan Title for the past 8 years. She brings over 28 years of title industry knowledge and experience to provide a seamless transaction for her clients. Denise’s love of working at Cosmo comes not only from the professional relationships she has cultivated but the personal ones, as well. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and coaching high school varsity cheerleading.
Jenn Vinson
Business Development Director
Jenn Vinson
Jenn is new to the Cosmopolitan team and serves in the role of Business Development Director. She brings with her over 7 years of knowledge and experience in the title industry. Jenn has served in several roles throughout her time in the industry from developing a full-service niche abstracting division to marketing and operations supervision. Jenn truly values being a contributing factor to 110% customer and client satisfaction, as well as supporting business growth and cultivating lasting relationships. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, golf, and spending time with loved ones. Jenn is a dedicated Chicago Cubs, Nashville Predators, & University of Kentucky sports fan.
Stacey Szoszorek
Settlement Officer / Client Relations
Stacey Szoszorek
Stacey has been a part of the Cosmopolitan team for 8 years as a processor and oversees our niche market abstracting services. She brings with her over 15 years of knowledge and experience in several of the title industry. Stacey has served in various rolls during her years of experience and is also able to bring in a unique perspective from the lending side as well. She is well versed in everything loan origination and the needs of a lender, to clearing title issues and navigating state to state regulations to ensure a successful transaction every time. In her spare time, Stacey enjoys spending with her family and is a dedicated University of Kentucky sports & Steelers fan.
Lisa Cirksena
Post Closing Coordinator / Quality Control
Northern Kentucky Office
Lisa Cirksena
“The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity,. The optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty.”
– Winston Churchill
Lisa Cirksena, is currently in the role of New Order Processor for the Northern Kentucky Branch. She has vast experience working in all aspects of the mortgage industry from sales, collections, default to refinances. Lisa brings 10 years of experience to the title industry and her skill makes her a wonderful asset to her team. When it comes to what she likes best about working at Cosmopolitan is that it truly is a close-knit team with a shared passion to be the best, while working together to achieve that goal! In her spare time Lisa enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the outdoors and boating.
Rachael Crider
New Order Processor
Northern Kentucky Office
Rachael Crider
“Don’t look back, you’re not going that way.”
Rachael Crider is a Policy Coordinator with Cosmopolitan Title Agency. She has specialized in administrative assistant/Paralegal responsibilities for 13 years and changed careers to become the policy coordinator for final title policies. Rachael is responsible for reviewing, and screening requests for policies, and associated documents. Being a Policy Coordinator, Rachel serves assigned accounts by responding to inquiries and resolving any issues of concern. She uses her humorous and likeable personality to encourage, and work with others. What Rachael likes best about working for Cosmopolitan Title Agency? Being in a fast paced, close-knit office with friendly, hard-working, passionate coworkers. Rachael is constantly inspired daily by her husband and their son. In her free time, she likes to socialize with family & friends, take outdoor adventures with her son, and watch movies.
Darrell Davis
Business Development Agent
Florida, Georgia, New England & Tennessee
Darrell Davis
“He who hesitates is lost…so strive for Greatness!”
As the Business Development Officer for our Florida and Tennessee regions, Darrell Davis brings over 20 years’ experience in the public relations industry and over 10 years in the sales and sports industries. Throughout his tenure, Darrell has held several positions that incorporate Relationship Management and Business Development. He is motivated by being passionate about what you do and doing it to the best of your ability. Darrell is looking forward to working for a growing company that is positive, supportive, and allows him to continue to foster great relationships! In his spare time, he loves travel, attend live concerts/sporting events, and spend time with his family and friends. His favorite sports teams are the Boston Red Sox, Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia 76’ers and the Nashville Predators!
Sabrina Fancote
Scheduling Coordinator
Northern Kentucky Office
Sabrina Fancote
Anna Gadker
Title Processor
Northern Kentucky Office
Anna Gadker
“Be so good they can’t ignore you.”
Anna Gadker is currently fulfilling the role of one of our Post-Closing Processors for the Northern Kentucky Office. She has been providing exceptional customer service for 5 plus years, this is also her first year in the title industry. Anna utilizes her background to provide consistent, quality customer service to all parties. Many of the values that push her every day include her eagerness to learn new skills and helping the team. Anna’s favorite thing about working at Cosmo is the family like atmosphere and the chance for personal and professional growth. In her free time, she loves being a mother to her sweet son Xavier and spending time with family.
Teresa C. Rodriguez
Policy Coordinator
Northern Kentucky Office
Teresa C. Rodriguez
Kim Rouse
Closing Coordinator
Northern Kentucky Office
Kim Rouse
Kim joined the Cosmopolitan team 5 years ago and is currently fulfilling the role closing coordinator for the Northern Kentucky Office. She prides herself on going above and beyond, to give her clients world class service. One of the things Kim enjoys most about Cosmo is being able to work with a dynamic team that utilizes her keen attention to detail and organization. Prior to joining our company, Kim worked with special needs children in a local KY school district. She is an avid Harley Davidson fan and enjoys riding on a beautiful day.
Pam Scudder
Closing Coordinator
Northern Kentucky Office
Pam Scudder
Pam has been with Cosmopolitan for the past 5 years and is currently in the role of closing coordinator for the Northern Kentucky Office. She has 16 years of title industry experience and has performed a full range of services throughout her career. Pam thoroughly enjoys working with her clients and prides herself on going above and beyond what is asked of her in order to provide the best service possible. One of the things Pam enjoys most about Cosmo is the family-like atmosphere she feels daily, and that positivity reflects in her work. She loves spending time with her family and is a dedicated University of Kentucky sports fan, as well as lover of the basketball season in general.
Dustin Smith
Disbursement Clerk
Northern Kentucky Office
Dustin Smith
For the past 9 years, Dustin has been the disbursement clerk for the Northern Kentucky Office. He brings with him 11 years industry experience, a degree in business administration, and a commitment to accuracy making him a vital part of the team. Dustin values honesty, loyalty, & respect which is reflected daily in his work. His favorite part of working for Cosmopolitan is being a part of family atmosphere that recognizes his unique contribution. Dustin is a married father of two and an avid University of Kentucky Football & Basketball fan.
Erica Smith
Client Services Specialist
Northern Kentucky Office
Erica Smith
Erica serves as our Client Services Specialist for the Northern Kentucky Office and has more than 6 years of title industry experience. She is well versed as a foreclosure paralegal. Her knowledge and understanding of the foreclosure process coupled with dedication and determination make her an integral part of the Cosmopolitan team. In her spare time, Erica enjoys spending time with family and friends, as well as being an avid shopper.
John Thompson
Escrow Processor
Ohio Office
John Thompson
John is the Escrow Processor for Cosmopolitan’s Ohio Office. He brings with him over 21 years of knowledge and experience in several aspects of the title industry. John has served in various rolls during his years of experience. He is well versed in everything from title clearing and processing, to funding and issuing final policies. He enjoys the challenge of taking a loan application from beginning to post closing, with all parties walking away happy. In his spare time, John enjoys spending time playing with his two energetic and very lovable dogs.
Stephanie Wagner
Payoff Coordinator
Northern Kentucky Office
Stephanie Wagner
“Bloom where you’re planted.”
Stephanie Wagner started as a Title Processor at Cosmopolitan’s Northern Kentucky Branch and is currently in the role of the Payoff Coordinator. She brings with her 20 + years of combined customer service, office administration experience. Although Stephanie is new to the industry, her experience is extremely valuable to her team. When asked what she likes most about working for Cosmopolitan, Stephanie truly appreciates the way everyone works together to get the job done, as well as the family atmosphere. One of the many values that drive her is that her employer and our customers/clients know that she is 100% dedicated to their success and their happiness with her job performance. In her downtime, Lisa enjoys traveling, visiting historic towns, exploring unique locations off the beaten path, observing wildlife and spending time with family.
Tracey Tobergte
Recording Processor
Northern Kentucky Office
Tracey Tobergte
“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” – Stephen Covey
Tracey Tobergte is the Recording Processor for Cosmopolitan Title’s Northern Kentucky Branch Office. Prior to joining the team, she was a Dental Office Manager for 17 years. Tracy’s vast experience also includes full filling a management role at Citibank for 10 years. When asked what she likes best about working at Cosmopolitan is that everyone on our team is supportive and fun to be around. “Our company is like a big family. Much like a home away from home.” Some of the core values that Tracy brings to the table include her perseverance, efficiency & a mindset to always work smarter, not harder.
Phone: 859-795-1132, ext. 318
Peyton Quinn
Commitment Coordinator
Northern Kentucky Office