HousingWire recently announced its 2023 class of HW Rising Stars, which highlights 80 young leaders under the age of 40 who are propelling the mortgage, real estate, and fintech industries forward. Chris Basinger, Earnnest VP of Strategic Partnerships, is one of the honorees for this year's award, recognized for his professional achievements, contributions to the real estate industry, client impact, community outreach, and personal success.

With extensive experience in B2B sales, Chris has successfully spearheaded the rebranding, expansion, and acquisition of numerous sales teams. He is recognized as a collaborative leader with expertise in aligning sales and production efforts to achieve hyper-focused growth. As a result of his leadership and strategic vision, Chris has played an instrumental role in the rapid expansion of Earnnest, establishing the company as a leading player in the real estate fintech space.