When it comes to industry recognition, Chris Harrington is one of the most recognized female business leaders in the financial services industry. She was just listed among HousingWire’s 2025 Women of Influence.
This prestigious award celebrates 100 women whose leadership is transforming housing, mortgage, and fintech. Honorees are selected by HousingWire’s editorial team and a panel of industry professionals based on their professional achievements, contributions to the industry, community involvement, and overall influence. Chris exemplifies every one of these qualities—and more.
Chris’s recognition as a 2025 Woman of Influence is the latest in a long list of honors she’s received, including:
- HousingWire Tech Trendsetter (2023)
- Most Powerful Women in Fintech (2022, 2023, 2024)
- Lending Luminary (2023)
- Women With Vision (2021, 2022, 2023)
- MPA Elite Woman Award (2022)
- Finalist for MReport Women in Housing Award (2022)
Chris’s journey in the mortgage industry began in 1991, and she’s been driving innovation ever since. In 2008, she co-founded Usherpa and helped redefine CRM for real estate and mortgage professionals. After stepping into the CEO role in 2024, she’s continued to push boundaries—setting the strategic vision, advancing our innovation roadmap, and working closely with leaders across every department to ensure our clients remain productive, no matter the market.
Under her leadership, Usherpa’s platform consistently delivers measurable results. In a 13-year independent study of 19,500 users, Usherpa clients averaged 48% more closed loans per month than non-users. A nationwide analysis found that Usherpa users averaged 7.6 closed loans per month, compared to just 4 among their peers. And with a 90%+ retention rate at 90 days, new users quickly recognize the value Usherpa delivers.
Chris is one of the few women CEOs in the mortgage technology space—and that distinction matters. She leads a workforce that is majority women, and she actively mentors emerging female leaders inside and outside the organization. Her leadership style centers on empowering people and building a culture of transparency, inclusion, and collaboration.
Under her leadership, Usherpa has become more than just a software company. We’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to helping our clients build lasting relationships, close more loans, and thrive in a competitive market. Chris’s recognition as a Woman of Influence is not just a win for her—it’s a reflection of the values that guide everything we do.
Congratulations, Chris—and thank you for continuing to lead the way.
