Posts for Archives: People

Daniel Fuchs is the Manager of Community Engagement at IAAO, having joined the organization in 2015. He began his career in the Professional Development Department before transitioning to Membership, where he works closely with IAAO’s Chapters and Affiliates and oversees the organization’s Awards Program. Daniel holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of […]

Leann Ritter, CAE, is the Director of Strategic Partnerships. She joined IAAO when the association moved from Chicago in June of 2005. Ms. Ritter is responsible for identifying, developing, and managing high-impact relationships that help IAAO reach its long-term goals. The role involves evaluating potential partners, negotiating and structuring mutually beneficial agreements, and overseeing the […]

Kimberly Kaylor joined IAAO in 2022 and serves as the Education Services Manager. In this role, she works closely with instructors, coordinators, and students to support and advance IAAO’s educational programs. Kimberly manages the Instructor Recertification Program and the Coordinator Certification Program and serves as the project manager for the Instructor Evaluation Workshop. She also […]

Justin Eimers, AAS, RMA serves as an Assessment Advisor for the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO). In this role Mr. Eimers supports IAAO members, the public and staff with various assessment-related requests and projects including completing reviews of jurisdictions from Europe to Texas and many in between. He also cohosts a monthly podcast titled […]

Shannon Hiss currently serves as an Assessment Advisor with the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO). In her role, Shannon’s primary focus is advocacy and education for assessment professionals. She frequently consults with jurisdictions seeking to improve office operations and better align with IAAO’s 16 Technical Standards and industry practices. During her time with IAAO, […]

Kristin Taylor joined IAAO in April 2023 as the Education Services Manager. When the role was later divided into two positions, she transitioned into the Conference Content Manager role, focusing exclusively on IAAO’s educational events and conferences. Kristin holds a master’s degree in Library and Information Science from Emporia State University, a master’s in Education […]

Anita Lara, CMP is Senior Director of Meetings and Events and joined the organization in May 2021. Ms. Lara has spent 25 years in the Meetings industry, specifically working with associations.  Prior to meetings, Ms. Lara’s background included working in operations of the financial and legal industries. Ms. Lara earned her Certified Meeting Professional designation […]

Amy Rasmussen, RES, AAS, FIAAO is IAAO Executive Director and joined the organization on April 1, 2024. Ms. Rasmussen previously served as Chief Deputy Assessor for the Riverside County (Calif.) Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder’s Office and prior to that she was Chief Deputy Assessor for the Polk County (Iowa) Assessor’s Office. Ms. Rasmussen served on the IAAO […]