Alan Heichman

Overview

Alan Heichman is a Principal in Ryan’s Real Property Tax practice, based in the Firm’s Chicago office. He leads valuation and assessment engagements focused on ensuring fair and equitable property tax treatment for commercial and industrial properties. Alan guides strategy, analysis, and appeal execution, working closely with clients and Ryan team members to navigate complex assessment environments and deliver disciplined, defensible outcomes.

With extensive experience in property valuation and assessment, including senior leadership roles within Ryan and national consulting organizations, Alan brings deep technical knowledge and a practical, solution-oriented approach to client service. His background spans appraisal, consulting, and practice leadership, enabling him to address valuation challenges with clarity and sound judgment. Alan’s leadership emphasizes technical rigor, consistency, and strong client advocacy, helping organizations achieve reliable property tax outcomes that support long-term asset and investment strategies.

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science, Marketing, Northern Illinois University

Certified Member of the Institute (CMI), Property Tax, Institute for Professionals in Taxation

Appraisal Institute courses, including Real Estate Appraisal Principles and Advanced Capitalization Theory

Experience & Achievements

Principal, Real Property Tax, Ryan, Chicago office

• Leads valuation and assessment engagements to support fair property tax outcomes

Managing Director, Ryan, Chicago office

Director, ONESOURCE Property Tax, property tax consulting firm

Associate Appraiser, national full-service real estate appraisal firm

Staff Appraiser, local real estate appraisal firm