From Sharks to Square Footage: How Harrison Kennedy Turned Underwater Grit into Appraisal Clarity

In this inspiring episode of Appraisers on Purpose, Harrison Kennedy shares an unexpected origin story—from tagging great white sharks as a freediving videographer to becoming a rising real estate appraisal professional.

But it’s not just a career change. It’s a mindset shift.

Harrison brings lessons from the ocean—calm under pressure, mental clarity, and precision—and applies them directly to the world of real estate valuation. In a profession that rewards quiet confidence and razor-sharp focus, his journey is a reminder that great appraisers aren’t born—they’re shaped by bold life experience.

More than just a cool story, Harrison offers a message of hope: that wherever you’re starting from, there’s room to thrive in this field if you lead with purpose and curiosity.

🎧 Tune in to hear how an unconventional past can become the foundation for a meaningful future in appraisal.