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Chris Hunt
Chris brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across the valuation landscape to his role as Managing Director of ValuationNEXUS. A Certified Residential Appraiser, Chris has held senior positions at Fannie Mae and appraisal management companies including Clear Capital, and most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of International Valuation Group (IVG).
With a career encompassing appraisal expertise, operational excellence, and technology innovation, Chris leads the strategy and execution of ValuationNEXUS AMC operations. His focus is on building a best in class Business Purpose Lending AMC by enhancing speed, quality, consistency, and transparency while reinforcing the independence and reliability of the valuation process.
Known for his people-first mindset and ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution, Chris is committed to building processes and systems that support the vision of ValuationNEXUS to deliver faster, clearer, and more trusted valuation outcomes.
To provide students, trainees, and early-career appraisers with a broader perspective on the long-term opportunities available within the valuation profession.
Through Chris Hunt’s career journey, from field appraising to executive leadership across lending, GSE valuation, and technology, this session will help attendees better understand how appraisal expertise can evolve into multiple career paths beyond traditional production work, while highlighting the skills, mindset, and strategic decisions that support long-term professional growth.