Endorsements

I have had the honor and pleasure of getting to know Kara over the past 5 years as we have served together on the IAAO Board of Directors. During this time, I have witnessed first-hand Kara’s passion, knowledge and devotion to the IAAO and the assessment profession. Her vast experience accompanied with her professionalism and leadership style make her the perfect candidate for IAAO Vice president! Her overwhelming resume in all things assessing and IAAO make it easy for me to say that she unequivocally has my support and endorsement for the upcoming election and beyond. She is highly qualified and motivated; I have full faith she will lead our organization to new heights!

Gregory T Hutchinson CTA - Past President NRAAO, Past President NJIAAO, Past IAAO Board Director

 I am honored to endorse and support Kara Endicott as a candidate for Vice President of IAAO. Kara has shown her dedication and commitment to the organization by volunteering for many IAAO committees and by presenting at IAAO conferences. As an IAAO instructor she has shared her knowledge and experience to many IAAO members. Kara’s leadership experience as Chair of IAAO committees and as an IAAO Board Director makes her extremely qualified to lead IAAO as Vice President.

Linda Cwiek, FIAAO - Past IAAO Board Director, Past President NRAAO

Commitment, expertise, and passion. These qualities are ever-present with Kara and are but a few of the reasons why I am throwing my support behind Kara for the position of Vice President of IAAO. I’m honored to count Kara as a friend and mentor, and I encourage your support for her in November!

Jeff Middleton, M.A., - Education Director, Idaho State Tax Commission, Property Tax Division

Kara is a proven leader with deep roots in IAAO. Her decades of service, professional credentials, and passion for the organization make her the clear choice for Vice President. She is ready to lead on day one and will always put IAAO and its members first. I have full confidence in her ability to lead with integrity and purpose. I’m proud to support her for Vice President and encourage you to vote for her this November!

Christine Stinchcomb, CMS – Director/Chief Appraiser, Cobb County Board of Tax Assessors, Georgia

Proven, Professional, Practical, Positive Leadership. This is why we support Kara.

Ed Carpo, AAS & Sheila Crapo, Florida 

“Kara is awesome. She is intelligent, quick-witted, and committed to service. Kara can strike the perfect balance between getting to the heart of an issue with seriousness and efficiency yet do so with humility and humor. I’ve seen her in action in volunteer leadership roles in committees and on the board, and I trust her to lead the Association as an officer.”

Bryan Kinsey, AAS - Past IAAO Board Director, Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury in the Division of Property Assessments 

With extensive experience, dedication, and a clear vision, Kara strengthens our organization. She values input from all voices and keeps the focus on practical solutions. While I have known Kara for some time, it has been through our recent committee work that I have seen firsthand the qualities that make her a standout leader - someone I continue to admire and learn from. I am proud to support Kara’s candidacy for IAAO Vice President and encourage you to vote for her in November. She will be an outstanding addition to our Board of Directors.

Chelsie Cornelius, PPS, AAS – Wake County Government, North Carolina 

Having worked closely with Kara on the IAAO Education Committee, I’ve seen firsthand her unwavering commitment to providing timely, relevant, and high-quality educational resources to our members across the country. She understands the vital role education plays in strengthening our profession and advancing the mission of this association.

Her leadership is marked by collaboration, innovation, and a clear vision for IAAO’s future. I have full confidence in her ability to serve with integrity and to represent all members of this organization with energy and purpose

Jason Camp – Mississippi State University Center for Government & Community Development

I’m happy to endorse Kara Endicott for Vice President in this year’s IAAO 2025 elections. I’ve had the chance to work with Kara a few times, and every time, I’ve been impressed by how thoughtful, approachable, and committed she is to our profession.

One moment that stood out was when we served together on IAAO’s Board of Directors. We were tackling some tough budget issues, and Kara brought a clear head, great energy, and a strong understanding of what needed to be done. She helped guide the conversation in a way that made everyone feel heard and focused on solutions.

I know she’ll bring that same kind of leadership and integrity to the Vice President role. I’m proud to support her and excited to see what she’ll accomplish.

Cecil Jackson, AAS, RES, Past IAAO Board Director – Palm Beach County

“I’ve collaborated on many projects with Kara over the years and have always been impressed with her ability to complete complex tasks well before the due date.  She has decades of leadership experience in our local KC IAAO chapter, the IAAO classroom and the IAAO Executive Board.  Kara will be an excellent leader as president representing IAAO’s members.”

Brad Eldridge, CAE, MAI – Douglas County KS Appraiser

“Kara leads with precision and balance. With her knowledge and expertise, I have the utmost confidence she will serve IAAO and our members well as Vice President.”

Christina Gragg – Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury in the Division of Property Assessments 

I endorse Kara Endicott for IAAO Vice President

As a past president of the Northeast Regional Association of Assessing Officers (NRAAO) and decades as an IAAO member, I have always enjoyed meeting members of the IAAO Executive Board especially when they join us at our annual NRAAO spring conferences. One of our special 2025 guest in Newport this past spring was Kara Endicott. I am grateful that Kara shared her assessment talents and gave us several education sessions highlighted and then upstaging us as we presented a mock trail to a sold-out audience. Kara had all of us laughing in the isles. Her technical and professional assessment portfolio elevated her decades of experience. Kara showed us how we are to define values and just as important, how we are to defend our assessments. Kara refined her role as the mock trail evolved taking swipes at both the plaintiff and the defendant. She rattled the cages of both plaintiff and defendants’ attorneys and was held in contempt by the mock Trial Judge Greg Hutchinson who, as Kara aggressively said “…his wig was simply too small to fit his fat head”.

Kara is a leader with great skills seasoned in the assessment vocation of ours. Her sense of humor is one that needs to be shared by all. I deeply endorse Kara Endicott for the position as 2025 Vice Chair of the International Association of Assessing Officers. Let us enjoy the ride with quality dedication open and honest transparency and a great sense of humor. Vote for Kara.

Anthony (Tony) Homicki CCMAII, - Darien Connecticut

Past President of the NRAAO 

Kara has provided valuable education at both our annual school and conferences in the past. Her expertise in the industry, combined with her approachable personality, has made her a favorite among attendees. I’ve personally reached out to her with questions and have always trusted that her answers are backed by both experience and accuracy. Without hesitation, I highly recommend Kara — she has our full support here in South Dakota!

Amber Jensen – South Dakota Department of Revenue

My most memorable interaction with Kara was at my first IAAO conference in Salt Lake City. I was walking around alone when she invited me to join her and her friends. That simple gesture stuck with me. When people ask me about Kara, the first word that comes to mind is INCLUSION.

Yes, she has all the credentials and qualifications, but what I value most in a leadership role—especially one like Vice President of the IAAO—is how someone engages with others. Kara made me feel welcome, and because of that, I formed some incredible connections along the way.

Joel Cuthbert – Synergy Appraisal, Littleton, Colorado

Hands down, Kara is exceedingly qualified to serve as IAAO Vice President. Kara has a proven track record of commitment to all things IAAO obtained through years of hard work and wide-ranging volunteerism in many leadership positions. Kara has acquired adept knowledge of IAAO’s governing structure, daily operations and strongly embraces IAAO mission and values. I wholeheartedly support Kara as a candidate for IAAO Vice President.   

Margie Cusack - IAAO Fellow - Retired

It is with great confidence that I endorse Kara Endicott for Vice President of IAAO. Having worked with Kara on the Education Committee for two years, I was consistently impressed with her professionalism, knowledge, and commitment to the Association. I believe Kara has the skills to lead, to be discerning, and to further the mission of IAAO.

Megan VanHoose, CAE – Kent County MI 

I am supporting Kara for the position of Vice President of IAAO.  I have no doubt that she will always put the best interests of our organization first.  She has been a member of IAAO over 20 years, has obtained multiple designations, is a Senior Instructor, and has served on the Board of Directors as well as several Committees and Task Forces. She is truly committed to this organization and will be ready to serve on day one.  She is extremely qualified for this position, has impeccable ethics and is passionate about our profession.  I consider Kara a great friend and I encourage you to vote for her in November!

Kevin Hayes, CAE, MAI, RES – Pinellas County, FL

I am honored to endorse Kara Endicott in her candidacy for IAAO Vice President. Kara leads with excitement and practicality. In particular, her experience as an instructor will bring meaningful support to IAAO Education Programs. Kara has built a professional reputation as a dedicated, inspiring, and dependable member of IAAO. As a person, Kara is a caring friend and a willing mentor. Kara will bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to the office of Vice President.

Chesney Leafblad – Cook County Board of Review, Illinois 

Throughout Kara’s career, she has demonstrated a tireless dedication to advancing the field of property assessments. Her hands-on experience, paired with her collaborative leadership style, has earned her the respect of colleagues across the world.  She consistently fosters innovation, promotes professional development, and prioritizes fairness and equity in the assessment process. 

As we look to the future, IAAO needs a leader who not only understands the complexities of the assessment world but who also brings people together to make lasting, positive change.  Kara is that leader!

Ryan Cavanah, CAE - TransUnion, Past IAAO Board Of Director

I am writing in strong support endorse Kara Endicott for the position of IAAO Vice President. Having had the pleasure of working closely with Kara over the past six years, I can confidently attest to her exceptional qualifications and unwavering dedication to the field of education. Her commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development is truly commendable. As a senior national instructor, Kara has demonstrated outstanding leadership and expertise, consistently delivering high-quality education training that has had a profound impact to our organization.

Beyond her professional achievements, Kara is a person of integrity and compassion. She is always willing to go the extra mile to support her colleagues and create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Her dedication to education extends beyond the classroom, most recently served as the region 1 Board of Director (2022-2024), served on many IAAO committees and taskforces, actively mentors and guides aspiring members who are seeking an IAAO designation, authored IAAO webinars, presented at annual conferences, authored articles in F&E, and has been an active member in the IAAO Kansas City Chapter where she has served as the Treasurer (2015-2018), Vice-President (2018-2019) and President in 2020.

I had the opportunity to serve on the IAAO Board from 2018-2020 and with her extensive experience, exceptional teaching abilities, and unwavering commitment to IAAO, Kara is an ideal candidate for the Vice-President role. I am confident that Kara will continue to make significant contributions for our organization, and I wholeheartedly endorse Kara Endicott for our next IAAO Vice-President.

Scott K. Teruya, AAS - Assessor & Collector, Kauai County, Hawaii, Past IAAO Board of Director

When you look at candidates for your organization, how do you decide whom to vote for? Being a colleague? Name recognition? I look at the character of a person and what they’ve done for said organization.

Kara Endicott has volunteered her time to IAAO’s benefit as a member of various committees and task forces. Kara has exhibited leadership qualities by chairing both committees and task forces and by serving on the Board of Directors of IAAO. Kara values education as evidenced by her time serving as Chair of the Education Committee and by becoming a designated IAAO member, earning the AAS, RES and the highly regarded CAE designations.

These are some of the characteristics I look at when deciding which candidate(s) I vote for. I hope you do the same and vote for Kara Endicott for Vice President of IAAO for 2026!

Paul Humble, RES, AAS – Deputy Assessor, Polk County IA 

"I am honored to endorse Kara Endicott for Vice President of the International Association of Assessing Officers. Kara is not only a seasoned professional in the field of property assessment—she is a visionary leader who brings people together, drives innovation, and upholds the highest standards of integrity.

Her track record speaks for itself: Kara consistently delivers results, fosters collaboration, and champions fairness in every aspect of her work. She understands the evolving challenges of our profession and has the insight and determination to lead IAAO into a stronger, more connected future.

Kara doesn’t just meet expectations—she exceeds them. Her leadership will be a powerful asset to the IAAO, and I urge you to support her candidacy with confidence."

Rownea Gerbracht, AAS, RES – Vanguard Appraisals Inc.