Spring 2026 FCIAAO Newsletter

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County: Duval County Name : Vanessa Baffour- Singletary What do you do for the Property Appraiser? I serve as the Communications and Public Relations Director for the Duval County Property Appraiser’s Office. My role focuses on internal culture building and external community engagement. I help support our Property Appraiser’s vision of building trust and transparency with our community. In simple terms, I help make sure people understand what we do, why we do it, and that we’re doing it with integrity… and occasionally with a little creativity. What do you like most about your job? I love the versatility. One day I’m at a community fair engaging with taxpayers, answering questions, and representing the office. The next day I’m wearing a crayon costume to match the theme of our all-staff meeting. It keeps me humble and colorful. No two days look the same, and I thrive in that energy. How long have you been employed by the Property Appraiser? I started in 2023 and will hit my three-year mark this coming July.

What is the best career advice you have been given? Show up every day committed to being a better version of yourself than you were yesterday. Growth compounds. Also, be willing to wear the crayon costume when necessary. You never know who’s watching and being inspired by your willingness to show up fully. Why did you join FCIAAO? I joined because I value professional growth and collaboration. Being part of an organization that prioritizes excellence, education, and innovation in our field is important to me. I want to learn from people who are doing this work at a high level and contribute where I can. What’s one thing people would be surprised to know about you? I have four kids under the age of four at home. Yes, you read that correctly. A one-year-old, two year-old twins, and a four-year old. My house is essentially a live-action obstacle course with snacks. They keep me on my toes, strengthen my immune system during cold and flu season, and remind me daily that leadership training truly starts at home.

VANESSA BAFFOUR -SINGLETARY DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS

Please describe the most memorable session, discussion, or experience you had at the 2025 FCIAAO Annual Conference in Daytona. Cregg Dalton’s leadership session stood out to me. What impressed me most wasn’t just the content, but how he delivered it. He truly embodied what he was teaching. He was respectful, thought-provoking, and made complex ideas feel digestible. It takes real skill to captivate a room full of professionals and leave them inspired, encouraged, and energized. That session challenged me to grow as a leader in whatever space I’m in. Cancun, Mexico in 2025 with my husband. Sunshine, clear water, and the rare luxury of finishing a meal without a child’s hand in my plate. Where was your best vacation ever?

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