US Realty Consultants, Inc.

James “Sam” Powers is the founder of US Realty Consultants, Inc., overseeing the company from its inception in 1983. Mr. Powers is now actively involved in the valuation of all income-producing property types, including golf related facilities. In addition, he is called upon to provide expert witness testimony in courts throughout the country.

Mr. Powers received his MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute in 1974, his CRE designation from the Counselors of Real Estate in 1994, and his SGA designation from the Society of Golf Appraisers in 1995.

Education

Bachelor of Science (Major: Engineering), United States

Military Academy, West Point, New York, 1960

Professional Affiliations

Member, Counselors of Real Estate

Member, Society of Golf Appraisers

Appraisal Institute Director, Ohio Chapter 1988

Society of Real Estate Appraisers: Past President, Columbus Chapter 1978 - 1979

American Society of Appraisers: Past President, Columbus Chapter 1974 - 1975

National Association Review Appraisers

National Association of Real Estate Boards

Ohio Association of Real Estate Boards

Columbus Board of Realtors

Member, National Golf Foundation

Past Chairman, St. Ann's Hospital Board of Trustees

State Certification

Mr. Powers is a Certified General Appraiser in the State of Ohio and Michigan.