2026 Rising Star: Amanda Standley

Amanda Standley

Amanda Standley has emerged as a key driver of growth at Bluebird Valuation/Class Valuation by bridging sales and operations in a way that turns complexity into opportunity. Known for her “white glove” approach, she helps lenders navigate platform changes and operational challenges while delivering measurable business outcomes. Her ability to combine accountability, responsiveness, and execution has made her a trusted advisor at both the corporate and branch level.

Over the past year, Standley has played a central role in advancing the company’s business development efforts following Bluebird Valuation’s integration into Class Valuation. After transitioning into a sales leadership role, she delivered a significant share of team wins while simultaneously guiding clients through a major platform migration to Class Marketplace. Her hands-on involvement ensured continuity, built confidence, and accelerated adoption during a critical period of change.

Beyond new business, Standley has been instrumental in strengthening and retaining key client relationships. Through consistent communication and operational support, she has expanded engagement at the branch level and helped increase client adoption and order volume across multiple market segments. Her ability to stay close to both pipeline performance and file-level execution ensures clients receive solutions, not handoffs.

Internally, Standley leads with a high-accountability, no-ego mindset, aligning sales commitments with operational delivery and mentoring team members to uphold that same standard. Outside of work, she supports her community through youth mentorship, serving as director of recruiting for a nonprofit football program and a small-group leader at her church.

What is one thing you would tell a younger version of yourself?

My time is my most valuable asset, and I choose to invest it in the people and work that truly matter. Staying busy can create the illusion of productivity, but meaningful progress comes from focusing on the few priorities that genuinely move the needle.

That philosophy guides my leadership and reflects my personal motto: “Success isn’t measured by riches, but by significance.” For me, success is defined by the quality of relationships I build and the positive impact I leave behind. At the end of the day, it’s not about titles or accolades — it’s about whether your contributions made a lasting difference and whether people are better because of the role you played in their journey.

Name:

Amanda Standley

Age:

31

Title:

Vice President, Business Development

Company Name:

Bluebird Valuation/Class Valuation

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