Speakers

Brent Wiest

Appraisal Regional Manager

Compeer

Biography

Brent Wiest is Regional Manager of Appraisal at Compeer Financial, overseeing valuation operations in Illinois. With a career in the Farm Credit System starting in 2008 and appraisal since 2011, he is a Certified General Appraiser licensed in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Iowa. Brent holds a degree in Agricultural Business from UW–Platteville, focused on Price Analysis and Commodities.

Brent’s work bridges traditional appraisal practice with emerging technologies, including the integration of artificial intelligence in appraisal review. He leads initiatives to enhance review quality, efficiency, and compliance through AI-driven tools, especially in agricultural lending contexts. His approach balances regulatory standards with innovation, making him a leading voice in modernizing appraisal workflows.