Greater Oregon Chapter
Welcome!
The Appraisal Institute is a global professional association of real estate appraisers, with nearly 22,000 professionals in almost 60 countries throughout the world. Its mission is to advance professionalism and ethics, global standards, methodologies, and practices through the professional development of property economics worldwide.
Organized in 1932, the Appraisal Institute advocates equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in the appraisal profession and conducts its activities in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Individuals of the Appraisal Institute benefit from an array of professional education and advocacy programs, and may hold the prestigious MAI, SRPA, SRA, AI-GRS, and AI-RRS designations.
No Host Social, hope you can join us this Thursday
Are you able to join us next Thursday, June 25 after work? This is our second chapter social for 2026. Please join us for a fun informal social with other GOCAI members.
5:30-7:30pm
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Breakside Brewery & Tasting Room
5821 SE International Way
Milwaukie, OR
This entire event is No-Host. Hearth and Soul Pizza will be on site for you to order pizza. Please RSVP to let us know if you’re able to join us
2026-27 7-Hour National USPAP Update Course (Synchronous)
Sponsor: Norther California Chapter
Instructor: Greg Migdale, AI-GRS
This required 7-hour continuing education course, copyrighted by The Appraisal Foundation, focuses on USPAP requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance by appraisers. The course will help you gain competency in USPAP, and it will help those subject to state licensing or certification and continuing education requirements imposed by professional organizations, client groups, or employers gain competency as well.
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!
2026 Leadership
Jonathan B. Banz
MAI, AI-GRS
Chapter President
Matthew Call
MAI
Chapter Vice President
Justin M. Weeks
MAI
Chapter Treasurer
John Gill
MAI
Chapter Secretary
Joel Jorgensen
AI-GRS
Director
Jeff Buono
MAI
Director
Jason Donaldson
MAI
Director
Contact Us
Greater Oregon ChapterAppraisal Institute
Vicki A. Champ, Executive Director
503-316-1979