PITTSBURGH, Feb. 16, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- ValuAmerica, a
national title agency, appraisal management company (AMC) and
technology provider, today announced that Michael Ehms has joined the company as vice
president of business development.
In this position, Ehms will be responsible for expanding
ValuAmerica's customer base along with executing strategic
initiatives with the company's parent company, Clayton Holdings
LLC, a subsidiary of Radian Group Inc. He will report to
Mark Hughes, executive vice
president of business development at Clayton.
Ehms has more than 25 years of experience in the financial
services industry. Most recently, he served as senior vice
president and national account director at First American Mortgage
Solutions. Prior to joining First American, Ehms held various
business development roles at Republic Mortgage Insurance Company
and Lender's Service, Inc. He began his career in corporate banking
at Marine Bank (PNC Bank).
"As the mortgage industry continues to adapt to market and
regulatory changes, there are increasing opportunities for
companies that can provide a full range of solutions," said
Shawn Murphy, executive vice
president of ValuAmerica. "Mike has an impressive track record of
building title and appraisal businesses. He will be a strong
addition to our team and a great resource for our clients."
Hughes added, "Our strategy for ValuAmerica includes investing
in sales and marketing to build broader awareness of its unique
capabilities and how they enhance Clayton's offerings. Recruiting
Mike is a first step in this process."
Ehms received his B.A. in Business Administration from
Westminster College.
About ValuAmerica
ValuAmerica, Inc. is wholly owned by
Clayton Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of Radian Group Inc. (NYSE:
RDN), and is a provider of real estate information and technology
services to the mortgage and real estate industries. Through its
two main operating divisions—Intelligent Property Solutions and
Innovative Technology Services—the company provides a comprehensive
suite of appraisal, title, closing, and settlement services, as
well as develops technology to help automate workflow and
compliance processes. For more information about ValuAmerica,
please visit www.valuamerica.com.
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