Atlanta Area Chapter
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Appraisal Institute Mission and Statement
The Appraisal Institute empowers valuation professionals through community, credentialing, education, body of knowledge and ethical standards. Appraisal Institute champions the valuation profession.
Established in 1932, the Appraisal Institute functions as a global professional association comprising roughly 13,000 real estate appraisers spanning nearly 50 countries. Its core mission centers on empowering valuation professionals by cultivating community, credentialing, education, a robust body of knowledge, and rigorous ethical standards.
The organization firmly advocates for nondiscrimination and equal opportunity within the appraisal field, aligning its initiatives with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Affiliated individuals benefit from an extensive selection of educational and advocacy resources, and they have the opportunity to earn elite professional designations, including MAI, SRPA, SRA, AI-GRS, and AI-RRS.
On a regional scale, the Atlanta Area Chapter actively supports the profession by delivering continuing education seminars and professional development courses. The chapter hosts quarterly business meetings and networking receptions coupled with half-day educational sessions, offering an exceptional venue for members to connect and build relationships with active appraisers in the local market.
2026 Educational Programs
During the 2H'26 the Atlanta Area Chapter:
- Will host 7 Seminars - totaling 53 hours of CE credits.
- Two Seminars will be in person: Review Theory (9/14-9/18) and State of Atlanta (10/8)
- All other seminars will be conducted via Zoom.
Our typical course locations are:
- Zoom, Synchronous Classroom
- The Atlanta Realtors Center, 5784 Lake Forest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA 30328
- Cobb Energy Performing Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339
Chapter Courses
Explore All Events & EducationThis chapter offers a comprehensive selection of educational programs, from introductory courses to advanced seminars on appraisal topics throughout the year. We provide certification and continuing education courses that meet the requirements for appraiser licensing and professional designations within the market.
With flexible online and in-person options, our programs and educational opportunities cater to various learning preferences and schedules, so you're sure to find something that works for you. See our upcoming courses and lock in your registration so you can advance your appraisal career!
Membership Resources
The Appraisal Institute membership provides valuation professionals with a wide range of benefits designed to support career growth, professional excellence, and industry leadership. Members gain access to exclusive educational resources, discounted training, professional development opportunities, and a nationwide network of appraisal experts.
Additional benefits include valuable technology discounts, professional tools such as report templates and ethics resources, specialized insurance programs, and enhanced visibility through the public “Find an Appraiser” directory.
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Big Data and Deed Research
Are you looking for a way to compete with large firms with report-writing software that shaves hours (or days!) off of each assignment while vastly improving your work product and avoiding factual or logical inconsistencies?
This session will cover how to implement available/built-in tools to help your day-to-day appraisal practice. These skills are also a foundation to help you incorporate Artificial Intelligence into your practice. You can even have Artificial Intelligence help you build your document automation processes via coding solutions for you and finding things in your reports to automate.
Review Theory Course
This course builds practical skills in reviewing nonresidential appraisals. It is a 30-hour course (with a 3 hour exam) and has been an extremely beneficial education program for reviewers, and non-reviewers, even for those not pursuing the AI-GRS designation.
This is a fundamental review course that all reviewers of assignments involving income-producing and other nonresidential properties should have in their educational background.
It is a required course for individuals pursuing the Appraisal Institute General Review Designation (AI-GRS, Appraisal Institute General Review Specialist).
State of Atlanta
Join industry leaders and peers for a full day of engaging presentations and discussions featuring the latest insights on residential and commercial markets, economic conditions, and other topics to be announced. Connect with colleagues over breakfast, educational sessions, lunch, and an evening reception at our 26th Annual Conference.
More details coming soon!
Chapter Leadership
Talani Casariego
MAI
President
Talani is the Managing Director of the LPA office in Atlanta. She brings over 26 years of experience across several different positions in the appraisal industry from production to third party review manager. Problem solving and innovating are her favorite parts of the appraisal profession. She is a graduate of Kennesaw State University in Georgia. In her spare time, she enjoys long walks with her dog, knitting, and playing all types of games.
Donna Bordelon
MAI, AI-GRS
Vice President
Donna Bordelon, MAI, AI-GRS is the 2026 Vice President of the Atlanta Area Chapter and serves as Senior Vice President, Credit Administration/Risk Management Officer at Georgia Banking Company. She brings more than 26 years of banking experience with expertise in credit underwriting and administration, appraisal review, collateral valuation, and risk management. Donna has spent her career helping financial institutions maintain sound valuation practices and regulatory compliance while working closely with appraisers, lenders, credit professionals, and regulators. She is passionate about professional development, industry collaboration, and supporting the Chapter's mission and membership throughout the Atlanta area.
Jeff Miller
MAI, AI-GRS
Treasurer
Jeff Miller specializes in complex property valuation and litigation support, bringing decades of expertise to the field as an appraiser since 1994. As a Managing Partner at Southern Skyline Valuations in Atlanta, GA, he leads a team of 12 appraisers serving Georgia and the Southeast Region. His extensive background includes lending and underwriting roles at GE Capital, New York Life Investment Management, and Dexia Capital. A highly regarded expert, Jeff has provided expert witness testimony over 40 times. A dedicated educator and leader in the appraisal community, Jeff is a certified instructor for the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and Business Practices and Ethics (BPE), having taught dozens of classes across the Southeast. For the Atlanta Chapter of the Appraisal Institute, he has instructed over 15 courses on advanced topics, including commercial lease analysis, credit tenant risk, and the impact of short-term rentals.
Jeff O'Dell
MAI
Secretary
Jeff O'Dell brings extensive appraisal and consulting expertise to the Board, backed by thousands of hours of approved third-party valuations, market studies, and feasibility analyses. As a Designated Member of the Appraisal Institute, his broad experience encompasses a wide spectrum of commercial, industrial, and special-purpose properties, alongside complex ownership valuations and specialized advisory services such as tax appeals, succession planning, and expert witness testimony. Jeff consistently provides strategic valuation insights to a diverse clientele, including national investment firms, commercial banks, developers, and government authorities.
Suzanne Brockway
Chapter Executive Director
Brockway began her career in 1994 as the executive director of the Atlanta Area Chapter of the Appraisal Institute, where she has been for the past 28 years. She also serves in this capacity for the South Carolina Chapter, Savannah Area Chapter and Region IX. As executive director of these Appraisal Institute entities, she oversees all facets of chapter and region operations, which includes, but not limited to, membership services, accounting, finance, compliance, daily operations, marketing and education and event planning.
Over the years with the Appraisal Institute, she has served on a variety of other AI groups and panels including the Chapter Executive Staff Committee, Region Executive Staff Advisory Group and now the Executive Directors Networking Group. Outside of her professional life, Brockway is an avid cyclist and past race team member of the Sorella Cycling Club in Atlanta. She holds a bachelor’s degree of Business Administration with a major in marketing from the University of West Georgia.
Chapter Board of Directors
Peter Lamas, MAIBoard Member | Michael Hunter, MAIBoard Member | Hugh "Bo" Bass, Jr., MAIBoard Member |
Robert Mancini, MAIBoard Member | David Chamberlain, MAIBoard Member | Matthew Albigese, SRABoard Member |
Craig Benton, MAIBoard Member | Bennett Sands, MAIBoard Member |
Designated Members Willing to take on Trainees:
Matthew V. Albigese, MAI - Commercial
David C. Ball, MAI - Commercial
Kenneth H. Cantrell, MAI - Commercial
Grant Griffin, MAI - Commercial
Scott E Hirons, SRA - Commercial
Peter A. Lamas, MAI - Commercial
David Scott Murphy, SRA, AI-RRS - Commercial & Residential
Jeffrey T. O'Dell, MAI - Commercial
Robert L. Ryan, MAI - Commercial
Andrew D. Sheppard, MAI, AI-GRS - Commercial
Clifford M. Ward, MAI - Commercial
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Contact Us
Atlanta ChapterAppraisal Institute
2451 Cumberland Parkway, #3510
Atlanta, GA
Suzanne Brockway
770-803-0024