Heather L Nadeau, Art, Antiques, Silver, Residential Contents, Antiques, Furnishings + Decorative Arts, Fine Art, Gems & Jewelry

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Heather L Nadeau
ISA member since Feb 02, 2021

(860) 463-3276 (Office)

Address #1
25 Meadow Rd
Windsor, CT 06095 map

Address #2
29 Valley Dr
PO Box 1123
Greenwich, CT 06830 map

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About

Heather Nadeau brings a rich and diverse background in the field of antiques and personal property appraisals. With her extensive experience and educational credentials, she has established a significant footprint in the appraisal industry.

Prior to founding Nadeau's Appraisals, a firm dedicated to providing top-tier appraisal services, Heather Nadeau honed her skills and expertise at Nadeau's Auction Gallery. Her tenure of over twenty years at this gallery was marked by a deep engagement with the art and antique market and provided her with hands-on experience and a deep understanding of object valuation.

During her time at the gallery, Heather served in various capacities, each with increasing levels of responsibility. She developed a broad understanding of the business, including auction operations, client relations, inventory management, and object evaluation. Her commitment and expertise eventually culminated in her appointment as Vice President of the gallery. In this role, she was instrumental in shaping business strategy, overseeing operations, and leading a team of professionals.

Heather's leadership at Nadeau's Auction Gallery not only underscored her business acumen and her grasp of the art and antiques market, but also her ability to successfully navigate complex, high-stakes environments. Her tenure also allowed her to build an extensive network of relationships with top auction house contacts, collectors, dealers, and other key players in the market, which she leverages in her current role at Nadeau's Appraisals.

In founding Nadeau's Appraisals, Heather brought her wealth of experience to bear, offering clients a broad range of appraisal services grounded in her extensive knowledge of the field. As an appraiser, her work is characterized by attention to detail, a deep understanding of market dynamics, and a commitment to providing the most accurate valuations possible.

Professional Organizations and Memberships:

Accredited Member of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA)

*An Accredited Member of ISA has achieved the designation of qualified appraiser as defined by the Appraiser Qualifications Board of the Appraisal Foundation. Accredited Members have declared a specialty and demonstrate significant, appraisal-related experience in that specialty.

Member of Appraisers Alliance of New England (AANE)

Member of The National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA)

Conferences and Speaking Engagements:

2021-2025: ISA Conferences

2024: AAA Conference

2020: ASA Conference

2020: Day Pitney Paralegal Summit, speaking engagement

Relevant Education:

2025: The Four Scopes of Work in an Appraisal Report, International Society of Appraisers

2024: Diamonds and Diamond Grading Certificate, Gemological Institute of America

2024: Advanced Methodology Appraisal Case Studies, International Society of Appraisers

2024: Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice 2024-2025 Certificate. Washington, DC: The Appraisal Foundation

2023: Printmaking and Paper Conservation, Rice University

2023: Appraisals and Art Advisory, Christies Education

2020: Personal Property Appraisal Report Writing Update, American Society of Appraisers

2018: Attacking and Defending Appraisal Reports Certificate, American Society of Appraisers

2017: Communication of a Personal Property Appraisal: Report Writing, and Personal Property Valuation - The Legal and Regulatory Environment Certificate, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt)

2016: Personal Property Valuation and Development of a Personal Property Appraisal: Research and Analysis, Certificate, Purchase College, State University of New York

2012: Accredited Jewelry Professional certificate (AJP), Gemological Institute of America-New York

2008: Colored Stones Certificate, Gemological Institute of America

2008: Jewelry Essentials, Diamond Essentials, and Colored Stone Essentials, Certificates Gemological Institute of America

 2000: Accelerated Appraisal Studies Program at New York University