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    Wyoming, North Dakota & South Dakota Chapter

    Welcome to the WyDak Chapter of AI

    For over 90 years, the Appraisal Institute has served as the nation's largest professional organization of real estate appraisers. As a part of this professional association, our chapter aims to do our part to help the Appraisal Institute achieve its mission to empower valuation professionals through community, credentialing, education, body of knowledge and ethical standards.

    This website has been developed to provide information to designated members, associate members, and affiliate members as well as the public about what the Appraisal Institute offers including designation programs, educational offerings, advocacy efforts and publishing endeavors. It also serves as a directory to help consumers find appraisers in their local area.
     

    2026 President's Letter

    2026 President of the Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota (WyDak) Chapter of the Appraisal Institute.

    Wade Becker, MAI

    Appraisal Institute – WyDak Chapter

    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!

    2026 Chapter Leadership

    Wade Becker, MAI

    Chapter President

    Amy Frink, SRA

    Chapter Vice President

    David Campbell, MAI, SRA

    Chapter Treasurer

    David Campbell, MAI, SRA

    Chapter Secretary


    Chapter Board of Directors

    David Lawrence, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RSS, SR/WA

    Board Member

    Joe Ibach, MAI

    Board Member

    Thad Rogers, MAI 

    Board Member


    Chapter Committees

    Finance Committee

    Chair - David Campbell, MAI

    Amy Frink, SRA

    Josh Luther, MAI

    Robert Zabel, Associate Member - Secretary/Treasurer

    Education Committee

    Chair -Amy Frink, SRA

    David Lawrence, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS, SR/WA

    Josh Luther, MAI

    Ken Simpson, MAI, SRA, R/W-AC

    Government Relations Committee

    Chair – Joe Ibach, MAI

    Appraiser Guidance Committee

    Chair - TBD

    Adam Lalim, SRA, AI-RRS

    Annual Conference 2026

    Join the Apraisal Institute as we return to the stage after a brief hiatus, bringing together valuation professionals in the vibrant and musically enriched city of Nashville. This year’s conference theme celebrates harmony, innovation, and revitalized connections within the appraisal community.

    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

    Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota Chapter
    Appraisal Institute

    628 N Highland Ave
    Pierre, SD 57501

    Sherry Bren, Chapter Executive Director

    605-222-1721