Valbridge Property Advisors, one of the largest independent commercial real estate appraisal and advisory firms in the U.S., is proud to announce the grand opening of our new office in Nashville, Tennessee. This strategic move marks Valbridge’s return to one of the nation’s fastest-growing markets—reinforcing Valbridge’s commitment to innovation, community engagement, and expertise in commercial real estate valuation.
The new office, located in the heart of Nashville, will be led by a team of seasoned valuation experts: Larry Sharp, Managing Director; alongside David A. Donan, MAI; Jonathan S. Beery, MAI; Ryan Cloern; and Jennifer Cundiff. With specialized expertise across retail, multi-family, affordable housing, healthcare, finance, industrial, and hospitality, this team brings decades of experience providing market insight, national perspective, and technical expertise to every assignment.
“We’re incredibly excited to be back in Nashville and to be building something new—not just a team, but a stronger presence that reflects the energy and opportunity in this city,” said Jody Bishop, CEO of Valbridge Property Advisors. “Our return is guided by a long-term vision for growth, innovation, and service to the clients and communities of Middle Tennessee. With the leadership of Larry, Ryan, David, Jonathan, and Jennifer, we’re confident this office will be a cornerstone of our future,” said Bishop.
Valbridge’s re-entry into the Nashville market is driven by strong client demand and the region’s continued economic growth across sectors, including healthcare, logistics, and technology. The Nashville team will offer a full suite of commercial real estate valuation services, including appraisal, litigation support, market studies, and consulting services.
This new chapter reaffirms Valbridge’s nationwide commitment to providing independent, unbiased appraisals rooted in local expertise and backed by one of the most trusted names in the industry.
Meet the Team
Jonathan S. Beery, MAI, is a Senior Managing Director and has more than 23 years of experience in a variety of valuation and consulting assignments for lenders, developers, property owners, government agencies, and attorneys. Jonathan has appraised most major property types and specializes in multi-family valuation and market analysis, including various affordable housing types and mixed-use projects. He is a regular speaker at affordable housing conferences across the country and has testified as an expert witness for affordable housing valuation in front of the Kentucky State Board of Assessment Appeals. Jonathan is an MAI-designated member of the Appraisal Institute and served as the 2021 President of the Bluegrass Chapter of the Appraisal Institute. He has also served several other roles and officer positions for the Chapter and is currently on the Board of Directors.
David Donan is a Senior Managing Director and has more than 30 years of experience in a variety of appraisal and consulting assignments for lenders, developers, property owners, government agencies, and attorneys. David appraises a wide variety of property types, including industrial, office, retail, and multi-family, with a focus on special use and complex assignments. He also has significant experience in valuing distilleries and craft breweries, as well as a wide variety of mineral rights. David is an MAI-designated member of the Appraisal Institute and was a past President of the Kentucky Chapter of the Appraisal Institute.
Ryan Cloern is a Senior Managing Director and has been performing valuation and consulting services for over 20 years. He is a Certified General Real Property Appraiser specializing in conventional and affordable multi-family housing appraisals and market studies, including Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), various types of HUD properties, Rural Development (RD), Multi-family Accelerated Processing (MAP), and Mark-to-Market (M2M) programs. Ryan is licensed in Kentucky, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Tennessee and has valuation experience in various other asset classes, including senior housing, retail, and industrial properties.
Jennifer Cundiff is a Senior Managing Director and has more than 20 years of commercial appraisal and consulting experience. She appraises a wide variety of property types, including industrial, office, and multi-family, with a focus on retail properties, including shopping centers, auto dealerships, restaurants, net lease properties, and convenience stores. Jennifer is a certified general appraiser in Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, and Ohio.
Larry G. Sharp is a Certified General Real Property Appraiser with over 40 years of experience leading the appraisal field. With deep expertise in multi-family properties and diverse exposure to industrial, retail, office, residential, and subdivision development, Larry brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to his role as Managing Director of Valbridge Property Advisory’s new Nashville office. His extensive career credentials and strategic vision position him as a trusted authority in the market, driving excellence and innovation in property advisory services.