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    Southern California Chapter

    Your Chapter. Your Community. Your Edge.

    The Chapter Welcomes You!

    The Southern California Chapter of the Appraisal Institute is home to some of the appraisal profession’s leading practitioners, educators and authors since its founding in 1933. Our chapter comprises over 800 real estate professionals who reside or practice within our chapter’s boundaries, which include Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Barbara Counties, and Kern Counties. In addition to exhibiting a higher level of competence than the minimum standards required of appraisers who are solely licensed or certified, our Appraisal Institute Designated Members, Candidates for Designation, and Practicing Affiliates are committed to upholding a rigorous code of ethics.

    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!

    Catch Connecticut Chapter Members Presenting at the Annual Conference!

    The Connecticut Chapter is excited to share that two local members will be on stage presenting at the 2026 Annual Conference held in Nashville, TN on April 14th and 15th. Our Chapter members embody a wealth of knowledge and will be sharing their expertise on the national stage for the benefit of residential and commercial appraisers, appraisal clients, and more.

    You won’t want to miss their presentations or networking events. Register now to join us in Nashville and support your fellow members!

    Chapter Leadership

    Ryan Hargrove

    MAI, SRA, AI-GRS

    Chapter President

    William Jones

    MAI, AI-GRS

    Chapter Vice President

    Jeffrey Hogan

    SRA, AI-RRS

    Chapter Treasurer

    Alexander Liu

    MAI

    Chapter Secretary


    Southern Branch Leadership

    The Southern Branch represents and serves appraisers from Orange County and Long Beach.

    Chair

    Stephen Lee, Candidate

     

    Vice-Chair

    Maria Luisa M. Storti

    SRA

    1st Advisor

    Michael Tachovsky

     

    2nd Advisor

    Ryan Neal Young

    SRA

    3rd Advisor

    Norman Chung

    MAI, AI-GRS

     

     

     


    Eastern Branch Leadership

    The Eastern Branch represents and serves appraisers from East Los Angeles County (excluding Long Beach) and Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

    Chair

    Julian Uribe, Candidate

     

    Vice-Chair

    Carson M Leonard

    MBA, MAI

    1st Advisor

    Damian Albrycht

     MAI

    2nd Advisor

    F. Eric Cross

    MAI

    3rd Advisor

    Kevin Lincoln

    SRA

     

     

     


    Northwestern Branch Leadership

    The Northwestern Branch represents and serves appraisers from West and North Los Angeles County and Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.

    Chair

    Jose Hernandez

     

    Vice-Chair

    Daniel Lee

    MAI, AI-GRS

    1st Advisor

    Carlos Andrade

     MAI

    2nd Advisor

    Charles Wilson

    MAI

    3rd Advisor

    Alden Katagihara

    MAI, MRICS

     

     

     

    Contact Us

    Southern California Chapter
    Appraisal Institute

    2440 S. Hacienda Blvd
    #104
    Hacienda Heights CA

    Lianna Ayala - Executive Director

    (818) 957-5111