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Gary Ferguson Joins Class Appraisal to Serve as CTO
[October 18, 2018]

Gary Ferguson Joins Class Appraisal to Serve as CTO


Class Appraisal, one of the largest nationwide providers of real estate asset valuation and appraisal management solutions to the residential mortgage industry, announced today that Gary Ferguson, a technology veteran with more than 25 years of software engineering experience, has joined the firm as Chief Technology Officer.

"The valuation space is ready for a new era of innovation, and Gary is the perfect executive to lead us on our trailblazing journey," said Class Appraisal President, John Fraas. "With his experience in systems integration, automation, and business process management, he will allow us to create a frictionless appraisal experience for our clients through technological innovation - all with the goal of creating long-term solutions for increased borrower satisfaction."

Ferguson has over 20 years of experience in enterprise application development - most in the mortgage industry - and is proficient in multiple technology stacks and development methodologies. In his new role, Ferguson will work closely with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to help define the company's technology stratgy and development roadmap.



Previously, Mr. Ferguson served as Chief Technology Officer for Centric Technology Solutions (News - Alert), gaining significant experience and expertise in lean agile methodologies and an extensive background in user experience and interaction design. He attended the University of Houston and the Colorado Institute of Art, earning degrees in Management Information Systems and Graphic and Web Design.

"I'm very impressed with the vision the Class Appraisal leadership team has shared with me," Ferguson said. "Complacence is not an option in our space. Class Appraisal understands that it's all about innovation and optimization, realizing efficiency gains both internally and across platforms to create a better experience for our clients and their customers. As valuation providers, we can have a huge impact if we leverage the right technology. I plan to make certain that we do."


About Class Appraisal

Class Appraisal, based in Troy, Michigan, is one of the largest and fastest-growing appraisal management companies in the country. Class Appraisal has partnered with over 400 mortgage lenders and over 6,000 of the highest performing residential appraisers in the country to serve a client base that includes 17 of the top 20 loan originators in the country. Class has consistently been ranked No. 1 in client service by several of the nation's top 10 mortgage lenders and has been recognized as a top place to work, along with receiving many industry awards. For more information, please visit www.classappraisal.com.


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