Class Valuation recently announced the expansion of its national sales team with the appointments of Jim Bannister and Scott Shaw as senior sales executives, according to a press release.
Together, they bring more than 45 years of combined experience in mortgage lending, financial services and technology to the company’s expanding leadership.
Bannister is a seasoned mortgage lending sales executive with more than 20 years of experience helping lenders and servicers achieve their strategic goals. Renowned for his consultative sales approach and extensive product expertise, Bannister has received industry recognition for providing customized mortgage solutions and consistently surpassing sales targets at Cotality (formerly CoreLogic Inc.), First American Financial Corp., Black Knight Financial Services and Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (ICE).
“There’s a clear shift occurring in the valuation space — and Class is at the forefront,” Bannister said in the release. “I’ve witnessed firsthand how lenders react to their innovative technology and exceptional service. This is the type of momentum you want to join when you’re committed to delivering real impact.”
Shaw joins Class Valuation with more than 25 years of experience in financial technology and mortgage lending. He has held senior sales roles at Intel (NASDAQ: INTC), Cotality, First American Financial Corp., Black Knight Financial Services and ICE, showcasing a proven record of leading high-growth initiatives including doubling revenue at Clear Capital and generating more than $12 million in new revenue at ICE.
“Class isn’t just evolving, it’s redefining what modern valuation looks like,” Shaw said. “This team is thinking bigger, moving faster and tackling problems that others haven’t even attempted. It’s a unique opportunity to help shape a market alongside people who truly understand where the industry is headed."
Class Valuation CEO John Fraas shared his thoughts on the company expansion.
“The addition of Jim and Scott marks an exciting milestone as we continue to invest in top-tier talent that supports our clients’ success,” he said. “Their leadership and deep industry connections will strengthen our ability to deliver unmatched value through innovation, service and strategic partnerships.”