mysherpas – Start Your Journey

About Us

Committed to Simplifying the Lending Journey

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, mysherpas is redefining commercial lending technology. Like Sherpas guiding climbers through rugged mountain terrain, we take on the heavy lifting of lending operations—simplifying, streamlining, and transforming the process. Our platform allows you to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional, personalized customer experiences.

Our patented, cloud-based platform consolidates tools like email, Teams, SharePoint, Dropbox, Slack, and CRM systems into one intuitive system that complements any existing Loan Origination System (LOS) or core technology. Whether you’re a bank, credit union, or government guaranty lender, mysherpas is easy to learn. No matter your experience level, it can be —mastered in just a few loans.

Our Story

The mysherpas journey started with a frustration: the lending process was inefficient, redundant, and slow. Recognizing the need for change, our founders—experts in software development and lending—decided to fix it.

By collaborating with industry professionals at every level, they spent two and a half years developing a solution to eliminate redundancies, optimize workflows, and accelerate efficiency. The result? A transformative technology that enhances collaboration from the first interaction to the final loan payment. 

Why Choose mysherpas?

mysherpas is more than a platform—it’s a trusted partner that transforms your lending process. We help financial institutions navigate the challenges of lending, enabling smarter, simpler, and more transparent operations. Let us guide your team to peak performance.

Why the Name mysherpas?

Lending can feel like climbing a mountain—unpredictable peaks and valleys often appear as you dive deeper into a loan opportunity. For borrowers, it can mean the difference between success and survival. Our founders wanted a name that symbolized trust, humility, expertise, and cutting-edge technology.

Inspired by the Sherpa people, known for their unparalleled skill in guiding climbers through the Himalayas, we embraced the values they represent. Like Sherpas, our team is here to guide you through the complexities of lending, ensuring you’re equipped to reach your goals.

At mysherpas, we aim to embody this spirit in every interaction. Whether you’re a client or simply seeking advice, let us help you navigate the path to success. 

THE FOUNDING TEAM

Joshua D Talbert
Chairman & CEO Co-Founder
Matt Strong
Co-Founder
Louis Myers
Co-Founder & Board Member
Donald Wichern
Co-Founder & CTO
Joshua D Talbert
Chairman & CEO
Co-Founder
Joshua Talbert is the Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of mysherpas. With over 20 years of domestic and international business experience, Joshua has built and led successful ventures across real estate, medical devices, and technology industries. He has managed product portfolios exceeding $200 million and served on the board of a $1 billion+ Fortune 50 business. An inventor with over 100 patents, Joshua has a proven track record of transforming complex problems into innovative, straightforward solutions.
Donald Wichern
Co-Founder & CTO
Donald Wichern is the Co-Founder, Board Member, and Chief Technology Officer of mysherpas. With 33 years of experience in programming and designing complex user and embedded systems, Donald has contributed to over 150 patent applications. Prior to mysherpas, he launched custom radio sensing electronics into space and developed a real-time HD image rotation algorithm for surgical applications. Donald thrives on tackling seemingly impossible technical challenges, bringing a relentless focus on finding simple and elegant solutions.
Louis Myers
Co-Founder & Board Member
Lou Myers is a Co-Founder, Board Member, and Treasurer of mysherpas. He brings over 41 years of commercial banking expertise, having held senior leadership roles including Head of Corporate Banking, Chief Credit Officer, and CEO of banking organizations with assets ranging from $3 billion to $20 billion. Lou’s deep experience across the entire commercial lending process informs mysherpas’ technology roadmap, ensuring solutions that align with the real-world needs of lenders and borrowers.
Matt Strong
Co-Founder
Matt Strong is a Co-Founder of mysherpas and the owner/operator of Sierra-West Funding in Utah. With over 1,400 transactions and $380 million in loan volume, Matt has also purchased and resold more than 420 single-family homes. A seasoned investor, Matt holds a Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) from the University of Utah and is an active real estate broker and loan officer. His passion for efficiency and solving practical lending challenges drives the team’s focus on delivering impactful solutions.

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