Class Valuation recently announced that Chris Flynn has joined its leadership team as chief data officer effective April 1. In his new role, Flynn will lead Class Valuation’s enterprise data strategy, overseeing the development of scalable analytics, AI capabilities and automation to improve valuation accuracy, speed and transparency, according to a press release.

“Chris brings a rare combination of strategic vision and hands-on innovation,” Class Valuation CEO John Fraas said in the release. “His experience building data-driven solutions across the housing industry will help us raise the bar in performance and reliability in property valuation.”

The addition of Flynn marks a key milestone in Class Valuation’s mission to stand apart from traditional AMCs, according to the company.

Flynn has over 20 years of experience in real estate, fintech and data strategy. Before joining Class Valuation, he served as head of product and strategy at First American Data & Analytics, where he led the development of advanced solutions addressing customer needs in the real estate, mortgage and title markets.

“Class Valuation is at a pivotal moment in redefining how data and technology shape the future of property valuation,” Flynn said. “I’m looking forward to accelerating innovation through a robust data strategy centered on AI, customer-centric product development and solutions that deliver real impact for our clients.”

Earlier in his career, Flynn held leadership positions with CoreLogic (which recently rebranded as Cotality) and Black Knight Data & Analytics (acquired by ICE Mortgage Technology).