This event is held in accordance with GS 138A-32(f)(3)(ii) 

Dietary Restrictions
If you have restrictions, please email [email protected].

About the Speakers:

Paula K. Konikoff, JD, MAI, AI-GRS
Paula Konikoff has served as president since January 1, 2025, and will serve as immediate past president in 2026.

Konikoff has served as vice chair of Region VII, is past chair of the Professional Standards and Guidance Committee, of which she was a member for many years, and was a member of the Body of Knowledge Committee. She received her MAI Designation in 1986 and became active in the American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers (an AI predecessor organization) as a member of her chapter’s Admission Committee and as an instructor. She has served on the Standards Committee, the Ethics Committee, the Admissions Appeal Board, and her chapter’s Board of Directors. Additionally, she was involved in the creation of the National Women’s Initiative Committee in 2019 and was its first chair. She is the author of “Appraisers in Arbitration,” a developer of online seminars, a member of the development team for the AI-GRS qualifying education, and a reviewer of textbooks published by the Appraisal Institute and articles submitted to “The Appraisal Journal.”

Paula has been recognized twice with the President’s Award and once with the Y.T. and Louise Lee Lum Award.

Jonathan Yates Hardister
Elevation Strategies, NCAI Lobbyist
Jon served in the NC House for six terms from 2012 to 2024. In 2016, his colleagues elected him to serve as House Majority Whip, one of the top leadership positions in the General Assembly. He is the youngest and longest-serving House Majority Whip in state history.

Jon was considered to be one of the most effective leaders in the General Assembly during his time in office. He passed numerous bills and received various awards for his work. He also chaired several committees, including Education – Universities, Appropriations – Education, and Appropriations – Capital.

After leaving office, Jon provides consulting services for public affairs, business development, and strategic planning. This allows Jon to utilize his skills, experience, and connections to help businesses accomplish their goals. He also serves as the President of TREBIC, a firm that advocates for the real estate development industry.

Since leaving office, Jon received spotlight from the Triad Business Journal for being ‘Power 50 Five to Watch.’ 

In his spare time, Jon enjoys spending time with his family, working out, reading, and playing guitar.

Rep. Dr. Timothy Reeder
NC House Deputy Majority Whip, District 9, Pitt County
Dr. Tim Reeder is an emergency physician, educator, and is currently serving his second term with the North Carolina House of Representatives for Pitt County District 9. His dedication to serving and helping others has led him to bring his problem-solving abilities to support the citizens of Pitt County and North Carolina.

Dr. Reeder earned his medical degree from The Ohio State University before moving to North Carolina in 1998. While working full-time for East Carolina University and the Brody School of Medicine, Dr. Reeder obtained his master's degree in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

 Registration

Members & nonmembers are invited to attend. Any guest of members must be registered as nonmembers.

• Cost to attend for members is $75 for early registration and $90 for late registration (starts 12/1/2025). Dinner and two drink tickets will be provided.
• Cost to attend for nonmembers is $90 for early registration and $105 for late registration (starts 12/1/2025). Dinner and two drink tickets will be provided.

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 Lodging Options near Brook Valley Country Club

• Best Western Plus Suites
• Holiday Inn Greenville by IHG
• Courtyard by Marriott Greenville
• Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Greenville
• Hilton Garden Inn Greenville University Area

 Local Restaurants Worth Trying

• Overtime Tavern
• Famiglia
• 42 Fry Greenville
• Seared Chophouse
• Atavola Market Cafe
• Sabor Latino
• I Love Pho – Greenville, NC

 Outdoor Activities

• Wildwood Park — 364-acre park with trails, boardwalks, kayaking, and more.
• South Tar River Greenway — Scenic greenway along the Tar River for walking, biking, or running.
• The Town Common — Central green space in Greenville with outdoor events and concerts.

 Arts & Culture

• Greenville Museum of Art (GMoA) — Free admission, focused on NC artists and American landscape painters.
• North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences at Greenville — Hands-on science and nature exhibits.
• Greenville Pitt County Convention & Visitors Bureau – Downtown Greenville — Info on arts, galleries, theatres, and cultural events in the city.

 Family-Friendly Fun

• Bowlero East Carolina — Bowling and arcade fun for all ages.
• Sawyer’s Fun Park — Laser tag, arcade, ninja course, and trampolines.
• Extravaganza Greenville — Family-friendly arcade games.
• Captain Jack’s Mini Golf — Pirate-themed 18-hole mini golf.
• The Greenville Metal Zoo — Outdoor sculpture park with whimsical metal animal art.

Cancellation Policy

• Up to 14 days prior to program start date, $10.00 cancellation fee.
• 7 - 13 days prior to program start date, $20.00 cancellation fee.
• Less than 7 days prior to program start date, forfeit of payment.

Cancellation Clause
All cancellations must be submitted writing via e-mail at [email protected]. Confirmed participants should not assume that cancellation has been granted until confirmation has been received. No refunds 7 days or less prior to event.

The North Carolina Chapter of the Appraisal Institute (NCAI) is not responsible for students' non-refundable airline reservations or other travel costs.

NCAI reserves the right to cancel, limit, or reschedule the program and to change faculty assignments and facility locations at any time. Prospective students should confirm their registration before making any nonrefundable airline reservations.

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