Shawn Smith
San Bruno,CA
Summary
Motivated professional transitioning into real estate appraisal with over 25 years of experience in construction, property inspection, and real estate valuation. Expertise includes building systems, zoning, land use, cost analysis, and market dynamics, all of which are applicable to the appraisal process. Proven strengths in project management, public relations, customer service, analytical thinking, report writing, and client communication. Prepared to contribute as an entry-level appraisal trainee or data entry analyst while committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
8
8
Certificate
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Appraiser Assistant
Abba Appraisal, Llc
San Jose, CA
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Updated internal systems with new information related to appraisals as needed.
- Traveled to field locations to evaluate a property.
- Fundamental experiance of the CoreLogic Total A la Mode platform.
Sr. Director of Programs
Memphis Urban League
Memphis, TN
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Customer Service.
- Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Suite.
- Public speaking and attending public hearings.
- Effectively facilitated communication between team members to promote collaboration and improve productivity.
- Delivered daily guidance and supervision for multiple programs.
- Applied strategic planning to meet the objectives of successful training programs and initiatives.
- Workforce Development
- Contributed to the implementation of successful marketing and recruitment programs.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to obtain grant funding from both public and private entities.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, and consistently met all deadlines.
Field Rep\Marketing\ Carpenter
Northern California Carpenters Regional Council
Oakland, CA
01.1989 - 08.2015
- Membership Service and Customer Service.
- DCN data entry and documentation.
- Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel
- Property inspection and evaluation.
- Implemented impactful marketing and public relations strategies to enhance organizational success.
- Public hearings and presentations.
- Researched zoning laws and regulations affecting property valuations.
- Observed construction sites to assess progress on projects.
- Compiled data from multiple sources, including tax assessments, builders' exchanges, and surveys.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks, and providing feedback.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Education
BBA - Business Administration / Real Estate Finance
LeMoyne-Owen College ASAP Program
Memphis, TN 12.2024 - 06.2026
Commercial Real Estate Appraiser MAI, SRA, AI-GRS - Real Estate Appraisal | Valuation
Appraisal Institute
11.2023 - Current
Relative Field Experience, Exceeds The Educational Equivalent of A Masters Degree - Certified Journeyman Carpenter
Nor Cal Carpenters JATC
Pleasanton, CA 01.1989 - 01.1993
Associate of Science - Architectural And Building Sciences
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA 08.1986 - 12.1988
Skills
- Customer Service
- Business Development
- Public Speaking
- Property Inspection
- Data Collection
- Research abilities
- Continuous education
- Project estimation and bidding
- CoreLogic Total A la Mode system
Affiliations
- Co-Chair, Convergence Memphis Appraisal Gap Committee
- First Horizon Bank, CRA Advisory Committee
- ADI Scholarship Program - Recipient
- Leadership San Francisco Fellow
Certification
- Real Estate Finance, Statistics, and Valuation Modeling (Currently Enrolled 9/11/2025 - 9/12/2025)
- Fannie Mae University (FMU) Mortgage Banking and Commercial Real Estate Certification Learning Journeys certificate
- Residential Site Valuation and Cost Approach
- BREA Approved Law & Regs Training
- Residential Market Analysis and Highest & Best Use
- Supervisory Appraiser/Trainee Appraiser Course
- Basic Appraisal Principles
- Basic Appraisal Procedures
- 2024 15-Hour National USPAP Course
- Aspen Institute, Memphis Workforce Leadership Academy - Economic Opportunity Fellow - 2023
- Certified Facilitator, CoStarters Program - 2023
- C.L. Dellums African American Leadership Program @ UC Berkeley, Training - 2008
- Licensed General Contractor - 1996
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
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- Collaborated with City of East Palo Alto, San Mateo County Building and Construction Trades Council in the development of Project Build Program at OICW for the First Source Hiring Program.
- Recognized by President Bill Clinton administration for community empowerment and workforce development in the construction employment industry recieving The Points of Light Award
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Appraiser Assistant
Abba Appraisal, Llc
12.2024 - 02.2025
BBA - Business Administration / Real Estate Finance
LeMoyne-Owen College ASAP Program
12.2024 - 06.2026
Commercial Real Estate Appraiser MAI, SRA, AI-GRS - Real Estate Appraisal | Valuation
Appraisal Institute
11.2023 - Current
Sr. Director of Programs
Memphis Urban League
09.2022 - 11.2023
Field Rep\Marketing\ Carpenter
Northern California Carpenters Regional Council
01.1989 - 08.2015
Relative Field Experience, Exceeds The Educational Equivalent of A Masters Degree - Certified Journeyman Carpenter
Nor Cal Carpenters JATC
01.1989 - 01.1993
Associate of Science - Architectural And Building Sciences
College of The Sequoias
08.1986 - 12.1988
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