Randy A. Williams, SR/WA, MAI, FRICS Elected IRWA International President

LOS ANGELES, July 13, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In June, the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) elected Randy A. Williams, SR/WA, MAI, FRICS as its 2011-2012 International President. The announcement was made during IRWA's 57th Annual International Education Conference held in Atlanta, Georgia.

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With 30 years of real estate valuation experience, Randy serves as Managing Director for Integra Realty Resources-Austin, where he leverages his expertise in appraisal, expert testimony and eminent domain for clients in both the private and public sectors. As leader of IRWA's International Executive Committee and Board of Directors, Randy has an integral role in overseeing the policies and strategic planning of the nearly 10,000 member Association. As President, he serves as the chief elected officer and is granted the powers and duties of management usually vested in the office of president of a corporation.

IRWA has become recognized internationally as the central authority for right of way educational programs and professional services, and its diverse base of members perform a fundamental role in overseeing the many phases of infrastructure projects across North America. The highways we drive on, the utilities in our homes and the cell towers we rely on all exist because of the unique expertise that right of way professionals bring to these projects.

"Randy's strong leadership skills and visionary thinking will further advance our educational standards and strengthen our role as the industry catalyst," notes IRWA's Executive Vice President Mark Rieck. "Our ability to improve the careers and professional opportunities for our members enable right of way professionals to excel in an increasingly technical and competitive environment. Randy's commitment to raising the bar will keep us focused on the quality of our education while expanding our reach internationally."

Randy has been active in the real estate valuation profession since 1977. He holds the industry's most prestigious professional certifications, including IRWA's Senior Member Designation. He has earned his designation as a Member of the Appraisal Institute and is a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Randy is also a certified IRWA course facilitator and has taught numerous IRWA appraisal courses on partial acquisitions, easement valuation and income capitalization.

Also elected at the June conference were other members of IRWA's International Executive Committee, including President-Elect Patricia Petitto, SR/WA of Greenstar & Associates, LLC; Vice President Lisa Harrison, SR/WA of Pinnacle Consulting Management Group, Inc.; Treasurer Lee Hamre, SR/WA of H.C. Peck & Associates and Secretary Wayne Goss, SR/WA of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana.

About IRWA

IRWA is the central authority for right of way educational programs and professional services worldwide. The Association has nearly 10,000 professional members comprised of engineers, appraisers, property managers, acquisition agents, lawyers, surveyors, title experts, environmental specialists and relocation assistance agents. Since its inception as a not-for-profit association in 1934, IRWA has united the efforts of its members toward professional development, improved service to employers and the public, and advancements within the right of way profession. Visit www.irwaonline.org for information.

SOURCE International Right of Way Association