Los Angeles-based Austin Financial Services strengthened its portfolio and operations teams by hiring two new employees. Michael Patterson joins as vice president, auditor, in Los Angeles, and Lance Gillis joins as senior vice president, portfolio, representing AFS’s expansion into the Mountain Region.

Jason Anish, Austin Financial Services president and CEO, said, “We are excited to have Mike and Lance join our team. As we continue to grow and expand our presence, these additions will add strength & experience to our portfolio management and audit departments.”