Team

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  Robert Oglesby, SRA, AI-RRS, ASA

  President & Founder
  Certified Residential Appraiser
  AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
  LEED Green Associate

  Robert takes a dynamic role supervising all appraisal management operations, including as a quality control reviewer. Active and current in his profession, Robert has obtained SRA, AI-RRS designations from the Appraisal institute, he also an AQB Certified USPAP instructor, in the field he specializes in the valuation of high-performing and luxury housing.

  In addition to his work in the office and in the field, Robert organizes and presents continuing education seminars for real estate professionals, in which he covers current underwriting guidelines, appraisal methods, approaches to value, and thorough explanations of the appraisal process. Robert is an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor and has received his certification to teach in Arizona and Texas.

  As a Designated member of the Appraisal Institute, Robert is committed to continuing education. He participates in many of the courses and professional seminars from the Appraisal Institute, completing significantly more than the required number or hours to ensure that he is well-informed and current with the ever-evolving real estate field.

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  Robert Oglesby, SRA, AI-RRS, ASA

  President & Founder
  Certified Residential Appraiser
  AQB Certified USPAP Instructor
  LEED Green Associate

  Robert takes a dynamic role supervising all appraisal management operations, including as a quality control reviewer. Active and current in his profession, Robert has obtained SRA, AI-RRS designations from the Appraisal institute, he also an AQB Certified USPAP instructor, in the field he specializes in the valuation of high-performing and luxury housing.

  In addition to his work in the office and in the field, Robert organizes and presents continuing education seminars for real estate professionals, in which he covers current underwriting guidelines, appraisal methods, approaches to value, and thorough explanations of the appraisal process. Robert is an AQB Certified USPAP Instructor and has received his certification to teach in Arizona and Texas.

  As a Designated member of the Appraisal Institute, Robert is committed to continuing education. He participates in many of the courses and professional seminars from the Appraisal Institute, completing significantly more than the required number or hours to ensure that he is well-informed and current with the ever-evolving real estate field.

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  Rusty Hansen

  Senior Vice President
  Chief Technical Officer

  Rusty Hansen will be joining the AppraisalTek team as the CTO effective Monday, July 20th. Rusty comes to us from Academy Mortgage where he spent 7+ years in various capacities including CIO (twice) and head of Home Office Operations where he worked with the internal Appraisal Desk, many other departments.

  Prior to Academy, Rusty worked 14+ years for a national subprime servicer Select Portfolio Servicing in various roles including CIO, EVP Operations, and head of Portfolio Analytics.

  He has a B.A. and M.B.A. from the University of Utah (GO UTES!) and has been happily married for 22 years to his wife Amy. Amy and Rusty have 7 children (5 boys and 2 girls ages 5 - 16) who are all adopted. Their family enjoys mountain biking, basketball, hiking, camping, and karate. Rusty and 3 boys have black belts and 3 others in training. Watch out!! He is also a self-taught SQL and python programmer.

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  Rusty Hansen

  Senior Vice President
  Chief Technical Officer

  Rusty Hansen will be joining the AppraisalTek team as the CTO effective Monday, July 20th. Rusty comes to us from Academy Mortgage where he spent 7+ years in various capacities including CIO (twice) and head of Home Office Operations where he worked with the internal Appraisal Desk, many other departments.

  Prior to Academy, Rusty worked 14+ years for a national subprime servicer Select Portfolio Servicing in various roles including CIO, EVP Operations, and head of Portfolio Analytics.

  He has a B.A. and M.B.A. from the University of Utah (GO UTES!) and has been happily married for 22 years to his wife Amy. Amy and Rusty have 7 children (5 boys and 2 girls ages 5 - 16) who are all adopted. Their family enjoys mountain biking, basketball, hiking, camping, and karate. Rusty and 3 boys have black belts and 3 others in training. Watch out!! He is also a self-taught SQL and python programmer.

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  Brianna Mitchell

  Vice President of Business Operations

  As Vice President of Business Operations, Brianna is responsible for the day-to-day management and development of the Client Services Team. She brings extensive experience in employee development, procedural compliance and operations management. Since 2007, she has ensured that our customers receive the reliable and consistent customer service that has become the hallmark of AppraisalTek.

  Brianna also is an enthusiastic volunteer with her husband at a local youth soccer club. She enjoys (when weather allows) hiking Arizona’s beautiful local mountain trails and spending time with her family and, with three kids, there is always something to do!

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  Brianna Mitchell

  Vice President of Business Operations

  As Vice President of Business Operations, Brianna is responsible for the day-to-day management and development of the Client Services Team. She brings extensive experience in employee development, procedural compliance and operations management. Since 2007, she has ensured that our customers receive the reliable and consistent customer service that has become the hallmark of AppraisalTek.

  Brianna also is an enthusiastic volunteer with her husband at a local youth soccer club. She enjoys (when weather allows) hiking Arizona’s beautiful local mountain trails and spending time with her family and, with three kids, there is always something to do!

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  Kathryn Christen

  Vice President of Business Development
  Certified Residential Appraiser
  Quality Control Reviewer

  Kathryn has over 25 years of experience in the lending industry. She began working for a wholesale lender in 1992. Once she found her niche in the appraisal industry, within 10 years Kathryn opened her own appraisal company which she later merged with AppraisalTek. Kathryn has been a residential real estate appraiser for 20 years and currently is Appraisal Tek’s Vice President of Business Development.

  Kathryn continues her involvement in the lending industry by active participating in the Arizona Mortgage Lenders Association (AMLA). She has been a member since 2006 and currently serves as their Convention Chairperson. She also organizes and presents professional seminars for real estate professionals.

  Kathryn is married and has one daughter. Outside of work, she and her husband are active in their church, run a homeless ministry and spend time at their cabin in Northern Arizona.

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  Kathryn Christen

  Vice President of Business Development
  Certified Residential Appraiser
  Quality Control Reviewer

  Kathryn has over 25 years of experience in the lending industry. She began working for a wholesale lender in 1992. Once she found her niche in the appraisal industry, within 10 years Kathryn opened her own appraisal company which she later merged with AppraisalTek. Kathryn has been a residential real estate appraiser for 20 years and currently is Appraisal Tek’s Vice President of Business Development.

  Kathryn continues her involvement in the lending industry by active participating in the Arizona Mortgage Lenders Association (AMLA). She has been a member since 2006 and currently serves as their Convention Chairperson. She also organizes and presents professional seminars for real estate professionals.

  Kathryn is married and has one daughter. Outside of work, she and her husband are active in their church, run a homeless ministry and spend time at their cabin in Northern Arizona.

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  George Easton

  Vice President of Quality Control
  Certfied Residential Appraiser
  Candidate for Designation,
  Appraisal Institute

  George has over 15 years of appraisal experience in both Arizona and California and has a diverse background in field work, forensic analysis and quality control. Having worked on behalf of FNMA for post foreclosure valuation analysis, he has an insight on what is expected “beyond the form” that gives him a unique perspective on how to help other appraisers write better reports. He is an advocate for the appraisal profession currently serving on the board of the Coalition of Arizona Appraisers and has been a guest speaker for various Realtor organizations and at Arizona State University’s appraisal classes.

  George has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of California-Riverside and is a Candidate for Designation through the Appraisal Institute. He is a volunteer Boy Scout leader, youth soccer and softball coach and loves baseball.

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  George Easton

  Vice President of Quality Control
  Certfied Residential Appraiser
  Candidate for Designation,
  Appraisal Institute

  George has over 15 years of appraisal experience in both Arizona and California and has a diverse background in field work, forensic analysis and quality control. Having worked on behalf of FNMA for post foreclosure valuation analysis, he has an insight on what is expected “beyond the form” that gives him a unique perspective on how to help other appraisers write better reports. He is an advocate for the appraisal profession currently serving on the board of the Coalition of Arizona Appraisers and has been a guest speaker for various Realtor organizations and at Arizona State University’s appraisal classes.

  George has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of California-Riverside and is a Candidate for Designation through the Appraisal Institute. He is a volunteer Boy Scout leader, youth soccer and softball coach and loves baseball.

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  Cathy Limongello

  Director of People

  Cathy has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Phoenix and is the Director of People as well as facilitating Strategic Planning and Compliance at AppraisalTek. Cathy is currently working on completing her steps for induction into The National Society of Leadership and Success whose mission is “building leaders who make a better world”. She has a thorough knowledge of State and federal rules and regulations and does an exceptional job creating and implementing a people, culture, and engagement strategy which is aligned with the strategic organization goals of AppraisalTek. Cathy facilitates employee development and training curriculum for AppraisalTek and has exceptional customer service and organizational skills. Cathy has been with the company since 2011.

  Prior to joining AppraisalTek, Cathy worked with the State of Arizona in developing and fostering positive relationships with all State Agencies, vendors, and clients.

  Cathy is an Arizona native and is married with two children. Outside of work, Cathy’s passion is volunteering with non-profit youth community programs and is currently a member of the AJUSD oversight committee and Sponsor Coordinator for the AJUSD football team. She previously served as the President of AJ Little League (3 years) and Vice President for AJ Black & Gold Youth Football League (2 years).

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  Cathy Limongello

  Director of People

  Cathy has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Phoenix and is the Director of People as well as facilitating Strategic Planning and Compliance at AppraisalTek. Cathy is currently working on completing her steps for induction into The National Society of Leadership and Success whose mission is “building leaders who make a better world”. She has a thorough knowledge of State and federal rules and regulations and does an exceptional job creating and implementing a people, culture, and engagement strategy which is aligned with the strategic organization goals of AppraisalTek. Cathy facilitates employee development and training curriculum for AppraisalTek and has exceptional customer service and organizational skills. Cathy has been with the company since 2011.

  Prior to joining AppraisalTek, Cathy worked with the State of Arizona in developing and fostering positive relationships with all State Agencies, vendors, and clients.

  Cathy is an Arizona native and is married with two children. Outside of work, Cathy’s passion is volunteering with non-profit youth community programs and is currently a member of the AJUSD oversight committee and Sponsor Coordinator for the AJUSD football team. She previously served as the President of AJ Little League (3 years) and Vice President for AJ Black & Gold Youth Football League (2 years).

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  Mark Vitt

  Director of Software Engineering

  Mark is responsible for software development and systems operations working hands on with a team of skilled engineers. He brings over thirty years of technical experience in software development from operating systems level, knowledge engineering, to stateful web applications. His work has been published in books, magazines, and included on network operating system media. He is also dedicated to continual learning and takes pride in the great team he works with - all of his past direct hires have either been offered engineer positions or taken one with Amazon, Google, or Huawei.

  Outside of work he enjoys being with his family and teaching the little ones the wonders of the wilderness.

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  Mark Vitt

  Director of Software Engineering

  Mark is responsible for software development and systems operations working hands on with a team of skilled engineers. He brings over thirty years of technical experience in software development from operating systems level, knowledge engineering, to stateful web applications. His work has been published in books, magazines, and included on network operating system media. He is also dedicated to continual learning and takes pride in the great team he works with - all of his past direct hires have either been offered engineer positions or taken one with Amazon, Google, or Huawei.

  Outside of work he enjoys being with his family and teaching the little ones the wonders of the wilderness.

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  Brenda Smith

  Strategic Account Manager

  Brenda is a 36 year mortgage veteran. She began her career as a Loan Officer in California, moved to Arizona in 1995 to manage a Builder Mortgage Branch for 10 years and spent 12 years in the Mortgage Insurance field. She has an extensive background in all aspects of mortgage lending including but not limited to sales, underwriting and account management. She has a passion for helping people grow their business and support their needs with unparalleled customer service.

  Brenda has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California in Business Administration. She loves spending time with her family and loveable Labrador and also enjoys traveling and the outdoors.

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  Brenda Smith

  Strategic Account Manager

  Brenda is a 36 year mortgage veteran. She began her career as a Loan Officer in California, moved to Arizona in 1995 to manage a Builder Mortgage Branch for 10 years and spent 12 years in the Mortgage Insurance field. She has an extensive background in all aspects of mortgage lending including but not limited to sales, underwriting and account management. She has a passion for helping people grow their business and support their needs with unparalleled customer service.

  Brenda has a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California in Business Administration. She loves spending time with her family and loveable Labrador and also enjoys traveling and the outdoors.

Meet Our Front Line

• Kristen Eklund
  Assignment Manager
• Amanda Jarvis
  Assigner
• Kaylyn Christen-Young
  Assigner
• Erica Hooks
  Assigner
• Alanna Dow
  Customer C.A.R.E. Representative / Assigner
• Cheryl Cook
  Customer C.A.R.E. Representative / Assigner
• Carmen Stover
  Customer C.A.R.E. Representative
• Janet Eklund
  Customer C.A.R.E. Representative
• Sharon Tanner
  Customer C.A.R.E. Representative
• Robert Medema
  Customer C.A.R.E. Representative
• Jenna Barnes
  Customer C.A.R.E. Representative
• Jack Mitchell
  Customer C.A.R.E. Representative
• Tracey McCluskey
  Client Conditions Coordinator, Quality Control Support
• Georgia Burley
  Quality Control, Certified Residential Appraiser
• Jeremy Johnson
  Quality Control, Certified Residential Appraiser
• Michelle Hurst
  Quality Control Support
• Casey Schumacher
  Quality Control Support
• James Henderson
  Staff Appraiser
• Nicholas Echeverria
  Staff Appraiser
• Kevin Rising
  Staff Appraiser
• Phil Hahn
  Staff Appraiser
• Rick Fasano
  Staff Appraiser
• Mark D'Hondt
  Staff Appraiser
• Sheryl Johnson
  Staff Appraiser
• Tiela Rigg
  Staff Appraiser
• Tracey Captain
  Staff Appraiser
• Wendy Rogers
  Staff Appraiser
• Amber Herbert
  Staff Appraiser
• Ken Hege
  Staff Appraiser
• Robert Richards
  Staff Appraiser
• Trevor Jones
  Staff Appraiser
• Cynthia Martinez-Vieth
  Staff Appraiser
• Robert Vieth
  Staff Appraiser
• Suzi Collins
  Accounts Receivable
• Dhanae Espinoza Villalba
  Human Resource / State AMC Coordinator