Events

CID Lunch & Learn: Improving Appraisal Outcomes: What You Can Influence
Join us for a focused and informative Lunch & Learn designed to help brokers, property owners, and asset managers take meaningful steps toward improving appraisal outcomes. This session highlights practical ways to strengthen both the financial and physical readiness of a property while emphasizing the importance of accurate data and awareness of common appraisal pitfalls.
Key Topics:
- How to prepare clients and properties before the appraisal
- Cleaning up P&L statements to reflect true property performance
- Property conditions to address that may impact appraisal value
- Providing accurate data to strengthen broker–appraiser collaboration
- Practical tips to streamline the process and avoid common pitfalls
Bring your questions! We’ll wrap with practical advice and open discussion so you leave with confidence and tools you can apply immediately.
Presented by Arthur L. Schwertz, MAI, ASA, Senior Managing Director of Mosaic Property Values, this seminar is perfect for anyone looking to improve appraisal readiness and support stronger valuation results.
Cost: FREE to CID Members and $35 for non-CID Members.
Non-CID members who wish to attend should email cidmembership@nomar.org

Chamber After 5: WYES New Orleans
WYES – TV
916 Navarre Ave., New Orleans, LA 70124
Join us at the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce Chamber After 5 at the WYES-TV Office! This evening networking event was designed to bring together up to 400 professionals from a wide range of industries for high-quality, strategic networking in a relaxed environment.
This event offers an opportunity to build new business relationships, strengthen existing connections, and engage with peers, community leaders, and potential clients.
Join us on February 26th at the WYES-TV Office.
Mosaic Property Valuations is a proud member of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce.

University of New Orleans Henry Bernstein College of Business Career Fair
Kirschman Hall Atrium
2000 Lakeshore Ave., New Orleans, LA 70148
Sheila Schwertz, Vice President and Staff & Community Relations, and Mitchell Ledet, Appraisal Analyst and Marketing Coordinator, will highlight our company’s brand, mission, culture, benefits, and growth opportunities while engaging with students and connecting with top talent at the Henry Bernstein College of Business.
This event is proudly presented by Business Career Coaching Center.

Women’s Leadership Conference
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70130
Join us in attending the Annual Women’s Leadership Conference.
The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce Foundation has partnered with presenting sponsor Fidelity Bank P.O.W.E.R. (Potential of Women Entrepreneurs Realized) to present an all-inclusive professional development conference in collaboration with local women’s organizations, known as Network Partners.
Power Up: Women’s Leadership Conference brings together like-minded individuals seeking career advancement and meaningful networking opportunities. The conference will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Michelle K. Johnston titled “The Seismic Shift in You,” along with breakout sessions hosted by the Network Partners.

2026 Dr. Ivan Miestchovich Economic Outlook & Real Estate Forecast – New Orleans
UNO University Center Ballroom, 2nd Floor
2000 Lakeshore Dr., New Orleans, LA 70148
Join us for an insightful annual event discussing the economic outlook and real estate forecast for the New Orleans Metropolitan area. Get ready to explore exciting opportunities and trends in the market. This is your chance to network with industry experts and gain valuable knowledge to stay ahead in the game.
Seminar fees ($60) include a digital copy of the New Orleans & Northshore Regions Real Estate Market Analysis (Volume 58) – a comprehensive look at the regions’ economy and real estate market trends.
Our Senior Managing Director, Arthur Schwertz, MAI, ASA, will serve as the moderator for the commercial real estate panel.
Mosaic Property Valuations is a proud sponsor of this year’s Dr. Ivan Miestchovich Economic Outlook & Real Estate Forecast.

2026 Appraisal Institute Annual Conference
Renaissance Nashville Hotel
611 Commerce St., Nashville, TN 37203
Join us at this year’s Appraisal Institute national meeting in Nashville! This year’s theme, “Back in Tune: Striking a New Chord in Valuation”, celebrates harmony, innovation, and revitalized connections within the appraisal community.
For the full event info and agenda click the registration link below.

Baton Rouge TRENDS
L’Auberge Casino & Hotel
777 L’Auberge Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70820
Keynote Speaker, Dr. Loren C. Scott, is a prominent Louisiana-based economist, President of Loren C Scott & Associates, and Professor Emeritus at LSU. Known for his 45-year analysis of the Louisiana economy, he specializes in forecasting, energy trends, and regional economic development. He is a frequent media commentator (CNBC, Bloomberg) and previously chaired LSU’s economics department.
Over 1000 professionals including financial institutions, REALTORS®, Brokers, Property Managers, Developers, Title Companies, Engineers & others associated with both the residential and commercial real estate industry, will be gathering for the 2026 TRENDS seminar, all focusing on emerging trends and examining the state of the industry in our area.
Mosaic Property Valuations is a proud sponsor of this year’s TRENDS.

