Virginia Commonwealth
Welcome to the heart of Virginia appraisers!
The VCCAI offers resources for aspiring & experienced real estate appraisers, especially through high quality educational offerings. The chapter organizes educational seminars, including both general appraisal topics (real property, personal property, and business valuation) and specialized topics like tax assessments, legal aspects of appraisals, and USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice). Join us at our next offering!
See what the Virginia Commonwealth Chapter has to offer!
We are proud to be a part of the Appraisal Institute. Our chapter 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.
Q4 Meeting and Installation Dinner
Thursday, December 11
Registration is open!
The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing
Richmond, VA
VCCAI Chapter Scholarship
Virginia Commonwealth Chapter members, in good standing with the Appraisal Institute, can apply for funding from this scholarship fund by submitting an application. We want to help you become a Designated member!
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Valuation of Conservation Easements
The chapter is planning to hold the course Valuation of Conservation Easements in Q1 2026 in the Richmond area.
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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!
VCCAI Leadership
Greg MackeyMAI, AI-GRSChapter President | Michael KnightMAIChapter Vice President | Nicole AllenMAI, AI-GRSChapter Treasurer / Chapter Secretary |
Chapter Board of Directors
Eric West, MAIBoard Member | Todd Ohlerich, MAIBoard Member | Luke HigginbothamBoard Member |
Matthew Ball, MAIBoard Member | Oluchukwu “Elvis” Odika MAI, SRABoard Member | Harry PeeryBoard Member |
Lynn Kelsey, MAI, AI-GRSPast President |
Annual Conference 2026
Learn through hands-on demos of today’s most relevant valuation tools and technology, network with hundreds of appraisers from across the country, gain insights from industry leaders shaping the future of appraisal, participate in interactive sessions, quizzes, and competiti!ons, explore business strategies to strengthen your practice, and earn continuing education credit while advancing your expertise.
Join us April 14-15!
Contact Us
Virginia Commonwealth ChapterAppraisal Institute
43 Crescent Hollow Drive
Sewell, NJ 08080
Lisa Weiss, Executive Director
(856) 415-0281