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    AI News Releases Apr 7, 2026

    2027 AI VP Candidates Announced

    CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026

    The Appraisal Institute’s National Nominating Committee (NNC) is scheduled to interview two candidates for 2027 AI Vice President (VP) during its May 13 meeting in Chicago.

    The candidates are:

    • Dale C. Cooper, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, AI-RRS
    • Darwin R. Ernst, SRA, AI-RRS

    AI Professionals may view the candidate’s biography and questionnaire (log-in required) and provide input by 5 p.m. CDT April 24, 2026. Correspondence should be addressed to Paula Konikoff, Chair, 2026 National Nominating Committee, and emailed to Michelle Davey, Board Secretary, at mdavey@appraisalinstitute.org. 

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    The Appraisal Institute is the leading professional association of real estate appraisers. The Appraisal Institute’s Code of Professional Ethics and Standards of Professional Practice comprise requirements for ethical and competent practice, and advance equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in the appraisal profession. The Appraisal Institute’s work includes an array of professional education and advocacy programs, and stewardship of the highest level professional credentials in residential and commercial real estate appraisal.