In this episode, we're joined by Rebecca Malmquist, City Assessor at the City of Minneapolis and IAAO President for 2024. We talk about nurturing the next generation of assessors, the challenges faced by the assessment industry, as well as her vision for IAAO.

We cover:

• Introduction to Assessment Matters podcast 00:00

• Rebecca’s bio and big ideas 00:35

• • Rebecca’s experience in construction, urban planning, and assessment/appraisal

  • Creating opportunities for growth and professional development

• Nurturing new blood in the assessment industry 4:01

• • The needs of both younger entrants and older people switching careers

  • The power of one-on-ones: understanding people on a more holistic level

  • Meeting people where they are at — being ready for people when they are ready

• Big ideas for IAAO strategic initiatives 6:55

• • Creating inclusive spaces for more talent

  • Nurturing a new generation of professionals and leaders from more diverse and outsider backgrounds

  • Matching people with the mentorship they need — LaunchPAD

• Challenges faced by the assessment industry 11:39

• • Recruitment and retention — retirement waves and generational needs

  • Resources — learning more from each other for more efficiency

  • Readiness — being prepared for ever-arising challenges

• More on recruitment and retention 14:18

• • Provide as much flexibility as possible

  • Remote/hybrid working models

  • Getting leaders and local communities to better understand the importance of the assessment industry

• Collaborations and partnerships with IAAO 19:48

• • Valuable academic and educational work

  • Building trust between associations, and public trust around the world

• What IAAO legacy does Rebecca want to leave behind? 20:57

• • A better and more open association

• Advice for newcomers 22:22

• • “Find the path of joy”

• How to contact Rebecca 23:28

• • Email: president@iaao.org

  • Phone: +1 (612) 701-8410