What is your name, title, and company?
Michael Sollitto
Where do you live and what do you work for?
I live in Waxhaw and work for Newmark on the Hotel team covering 7 states in the southeast as well as the Caribbeans, Mexico, and Central Americas.
How long have you been appraising?
Since 2016
Who was your supervisor as a Trainee and how did you meet them?
I was fortunate enough to have multiple supervisors; however, Vanessa Hall was my primary supervisor who I owe a great deal as she has continued to be a valued mentor to date. She was hired at the company I had just started within a research/admin capacity.
What is the most unique property you’ve appraised?
There have been many, but the Mandarin Oriental in Grand Cayman sticks out due to its location, luxury quality, and the mix of hotel and condominium components.
What is a fact about you, outside of work-life, that people would be surprised to know?
I used to work in the funeral industry.
What is the biggest benefit you’ve seen from your involvement in the NCAI?
Meeting peers and building relationships that strengthen the appraisal industry.