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    Great Lakes

    Welcome to the Great Lakes Chapter! 

    The  Great Lakes chapter is proud to be your local chapter of the Appraisal Institute. Our professionals are committed to the highest standard of professional appraisal practice and have been tested and trained to the highest levels of educational standards in the business. Confident in our rigorous standards of appraisal practice, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest level of professionalism and quality through a commitment to life-long learning. We encourage you to consider the benefits of the Appraisal Institute if you are looking for an appraiser or an appraisal career.

    New CE Courses: UAD & URAR Now Available

    We're excited to announce new educational offerings approved for Appraisal and Assessor CE! Our upcoming URAR classes are designed to sharpen your expertise and help you stay current with the latest reporting requirements.

    Join us for sessions on the new URAR, covering key topics including market analysis and the income approach.

    View all of the available URAR courses available. 

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    Retirements at Northern Michigan Real Estate Consultants has open opportunities for partnership in our appraisal firm. Here’s your chance to move to Traverse City and join a firm that has an established record for 50 years. We have a steady work flow. Call me to discuss.

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    Chapter News

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    Great Lakes May Newsletter

    Great Lakes May Newsletter

    Jun 1, 2025
    Dear Members, As summer begins, it’s a good moment to reflect on the year so far and recognize the people who’ve helped keep things running smoothly.

    Chapter Courses

    Explore All Events & Education

    This 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!

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    $115.00
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    Nov 2, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026 • Chicago, IL
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    Nov 9, 2026 - Nov 13, 2026 • Oak Brook, IL
    $1,000.00
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    Dec 4, 2026 • Dublin, OH
    $225.00
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    Feb 8, 2027 - Feb 12, 2027 • Oak Brook, IL
    $1,000.00
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    Feb 18, 2027 - Feb 19, 2027 • Chicago, IL
    $300.00
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    Mar 30, 2027 - Apr 2, 2027 • Chicago, IL
    $500.00

    Leadership

    Kenneth Siegle

    MAI

    President

    Kenneth R. Siegle, MAI, M.S.F., was a commercial real estate loan servicing officer for seven years and a staff appraiser for six years. He has expertise in appraising a variety of properties, including: apartments, general office buildings, medical office buildings, retail centers, subdivisions, industrial buildings, vacant land, single-family residential, self-storage facilities, car washes, and more. Ken holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a minor in systems analysis from Taylor University, and a master’s of science degree in finance from Walsh College. He is a Designated Member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI), as well as a state certified general real estate appraiser.

    Joe Calvaneso

    MAI

    Vice President

    Joe Calvaneso, MAI, began his appraisal career in Michigan, earning his Certified General license and honing his craft across the valuation of office, retail, industrial, multifamily, and special purpose properties. He holds the MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute, reflecting his commitment to the highest standards of appraisal practice and professional ethics.

    Joe currently serves as Vice President (2026) of the Great Lakes Chapter of the Appraisal Institute, having previously served as Chapter Treasurer in 2025.

    Outside the office, Joe is a husband, father of four, and firm believer that a sharp wit is as valuable as a sharp pencil.

    Frank Segura

    MAI

    Treasurer

    Frank Segura is a Managing Director for the Detroit office of BBG Inc., a real estate appraisal and consulting firm doing business throughout the United States. He has over 13 years of appraising and consulting experience and holds the MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute.  
     
    Frank’s primary focus is covering various commercial real estate markets including multifamily, office, retail, vacant land, and industrial properties. He has extensive experience appraising conventional multifamily properties for agency lenders, banks, and mortgage companies.  
     
    Frank has worked on numerous affordable housing assignments involving programs associated with HUD, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, USDA, and various state and local agencies. He has also prepared appraisal market studies for pre-development purposes. His work includes complex assignments and has completed appraisals of special purpose properties such as hotels, gas stations, indoor sports facilities, and television/radio broadcasting studios.  
     
    Mr. Segura provides valuation services for tax appeal assignments in the State of Michigan and has been accepted as an expert witness by the Michigan Tax Tribunal. He has also completed tax appeal assignments for the Minnesota Tax Court. Frank’s tax appeal assignments have included office buildings, bank branches, television broadcasting studio, shopping centers, industrial facilities, commercial parking garage/lot, and multifamily properties. 

    Brian M. Sinclair

    MAI

    Secretary


    Chapter Board of Directors

    Michelle D. Barth

    Board Member

    Marc S. Denton, SRA 

    Board Member

    Beth L.Graham

    Board Member

    Maxwell G. Katsarelas, MAI

    Board Member

    Donna J. List, SRA

    Board Member

    Kaylee Marcum, MAI

    Board Member

    Rachel Massey, SRA, AI-RRS

    Board Member

    James R. Navarre, MAI

    Board Member

    Andrew E. Sill, MAI

    Board Member

    Eric Sobotka, MAI

    Board Member

    Daniel J. Van Stensel, MAI

    Board Member

     

     


    Contact Us

    Great Lakes Chapter
    Appraisal Institute

    PO Box 147
    c/o Chicago Chapter
    Mt. Prospect, IL 60056

    Sarah Walsh, Executive Director

    312-616-9400