Hosted by the City of Philadelphia and Partners
Date: November 6, 2025Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Doors open at 10:45 a.m.)Location: 1515 Market Street, Room 222, Philadelphia, PA 19102Cost: FREE (Lunch provided)
Explore a powerful and often overlooked career path in real estate appraisal. This dynamic forum is designed for individuals curious about entering the field, professionals seeking a meaningful career shift, and community members interested in how appraisals impact property values and equity in Philadelphia.
Hear directly from experienced appraisers and industry leaders about the realities of the profession, the challenges of appraisal bias, and how diverse voices can help reshape the future of Philly’s neighborhoods.
Panel Discussions:

Panel 1: Appraisal BiasWhat’s the issue and its effects? How can we fix it?Featuring: Ira Goldstein, John Russell, Charles Lowery, Lisa Desmarais

Panel 2: A Day in the Life of an AppraiserHow to start. How it works. What to expect.Featuring: Carlo Batts, Annette Collier, Rob Luciani, Michael Acquaro-Mignogna

Registration:Scan the QR code on the flyer or register online at https://tinyurl.com/PHLappraisalpathways
Presented by:City of Philadelphia, Temple University, Philly 5000, Wells Fargo, Greater Philadelphia Association of Realtors (GPAR), and the Department of Planning and Development.

Hosted by: Division of Business and Technology

Additional Information can be found at: https://prideportal.ccp.edu/event/11696242