Great American Group Advisory & Valuation Services promoted Jennie Kim to managing director of the firm’s appraisal business.

In this expanded role, she will focus her efforts on continuing to grow the firm’s appraisal business and client base in the Western region of the United States, as well as seek to identify collaborative opportunities across B. Riley Financial.

Kim joined Great American Group Appraisal in 2008. She most recently served as a business development officer and vice president responsible for assisting lenders, private equity firms, hedge funds and various corporate clients on appraisal engagements.

Prior to joining the firm, Kim spent 11 years in business development at GE Commercial Equipment Finance and GE Corporate Lending. Throughout her career, she has specialized in developing and enhancing client relationships and has deep experience in underwriting and managing senior debt lending opportunities for middle market companies.