Driven by her passion for helping others achieve more than they ever thought possible, Desteni Mason co-founded KTL Performance Mortgage in Greenville, Ohio, in 2003. With over 20 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Desteni has been a guiding force in leading the KTL team and helping her clients realize their dreams of homeownership.
Desteni’s career journey began with early experiences in the banking and title industries, where she gained invaluable knowledge about the home loan process. These experiences laid the foundation for her success at KTL. While working full-time, she earned her Master of Business Administration from Bluffton University, showcasing her relentless dedication and drive.
Recognized nationally for her contributions to the mortgage industry, Desteni has been honored numerous times throughout her career. In 2015 and 2018, she was honored by Mortgage Professional America (MPA) Magazine as one of the “Elite Women in Mortgage”. In 2016, Desteni was recognized by MPA on their “Young Guns” feature, which recognized the 42 brightest stars in the mortgage industry under the age of 35. And in 2018, Desteni was named one of “Mortgage Banking’s Most Powerful Women” by National Mortgage Professional Magazine.
Desteni is an NMLS-licensed Mortgage Loan Originator and is licensed to originate home loans in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Florida. She serves as Secretary for the Darke County Business Connection and actively participates in the Business Professional Women (BPW) group, raising scholarships for Darke County high school senior girls. Desteni has also been involved with the National Association of Mortgage Brokers, National Association of Professional Mortgage Women, Business Network International (BNI), and Hand Me Down Dobes.
Desteni’s favorite part of her role is helping people in meaningful ways—whether it’s guiding clients through the home loan process, mentoring her team, simplifying complex financial concepts for clients, or helping people achieve their dreams. Her tenacity, passion, and unwavering dedication ensure her clients and colleagues alike feel supported every step of the way.
Outside of work, Desteni cherishes time with her high school sweetheart and husband, Ben, whom she’s been with since age 15. Together, they enjoy traveling, wake surfing with their family, and sampling new restaurants (most recently inspired by Open Table’s Top 100 Restaurants in the United States list recommendations!). Their home is filled with love and laughter, shared with their pets: Moto the Doberman, Oceana the traveling Chihuahua, and Stormy, a stray cat turned permanent family member.
Desteni’s adventurous spirit shines in her free time. She’s experienced zip-lining over the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls, swinging over canyons in Colorado, and even skydiving—despite her instructor showing up late!
Her favorite quote, “Dreams don’t work unless you do” (John C. Maxwell), perfectly captures her ethos. Whether helping her clients or her community, Desteni’s energy and expertise inspire everyone around her to dream big and work hard.
Fun Fact: Desteni and Ben bought their first home when they were 20 years old using USDA financing, a program that KTL still offers today!
