As the Chief Valuation and Compliance Officer at ThinkLattice Chuck leads the firm’s national valuation initiatives, overseeing regulatory compliance, licensing as the controlling entity, valuation policy and process development, and enterprise-wide quality assurance. His role is pivotal in maintaining SWBC’s commitment to excellence and integrity in collateral risk management across its nationwide platform.
Chuck has held senior executive roles throughout his career, including Director of Valuation Risk and Chief Appraiser at prominent institutions such as NetBank, Resource Bancshares, Bfirst Residential, Fleet Bank, and BankBoston. He also co-founded and served as Managing Partner of Quality Valuation Services, where he helped pioneer scalable appraisal solutions during a time of significant transformation in the industry. Additionally, Chuck was the founder and owner of Alden Appraisal Group Inc., based in Newport, Rhode Island, where he led a regional team serving the New England market with a reputation for precision and reliability.
Chuck has served as an expert witness in U.S. District Court and U.S. Bankruptcy Court proceedings, and as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Appraisal Qualifications Board (AQB)—where he played a vital role in the development of the National Uniform Licensing and Certification Examinations for general appraisers. He is certified as a General Real Estate Appraiser in multiple states.
Chuck has contributed to industry knowledge as a member of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Residential Education Advisory Council, and is a frequent speaker and panelist at industry conferences. His insights have been featured in several industry publications, where he addresses key topics such as valuation modernization, collateral risk governance, and regulatory trends.
Beyond his professional contributions, Chuck and his wife Dawn, a brain aneurysm survivor, are passionate advocates for brain aneurysm awareness, research, and support services. Together, they volunteer with the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, sharing their journey to help raise awareness and funding for early detection and improved patient outcomes.
