Maria Kay

Overview

Maria Kay is a Principal in Ryan’s Real Property Tax practice and is based in the Firm’s Troy office. She advises clients on complex commercial and industrial real and personal property tax matters, with a focus on valuation, assessments, appeals, exemptions, and tax bill management. Maria works closely with clients and Ryan colleagues to deliver rigorous analysis, consistent execution, and outcomes that provide clarity and confidence in navigating state and local property tax obligations.

With deep experience across both public- and private-sector property tax roles, Maria brings a practical, solutions-oriented approach to client service. Her background includes senior leadership positions in property tax consulting as well as hands-on experience within municipal and state assessment authorities. Today, her work spans a wide range of industries, advising alongside subject matter experts to address valuation challenges, mitigate risk, and support defensible property tax positions. Maria’s leadership emphasizes clarity, technical discipline, and accountability, ensuring clients receive trusted guidance and sustainable property tax outcomes.

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts, Accounting, Siena Heights University Bachelor of Arts, Interior Design and Business Administration, Adrian College Personal Property Specialist Designation, International Association of Assessing Officers Michigan Master Assessing Officer (MMAO), State of Michigan Property Tax Agent, Board of Appraisal, Arizona Property Tax Consultant, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

Experience & Achievements

Principal, Real Property Tax, Ryan, Troy office

• Advises on valuation, assessment, appeals, and exemptions

• Oversees tax bill payment management for real and personal property

Director, Property Tax, Ryan, Scottsdale office

Senior Manager, Ryan, Scottsdale office

Manager, ONESOURCE Property Tax, property tax consulting firm

Assessor, City of Lansing, Michigan

Assessor, City of Adrian, Michigan

Property Manager, Property Tax Division, Michigan Department of Treasury

Commercial and Industrial Appraiser, Lenawee County Equalization Department

Member, Institute for Professionals in Taxation

Member, International Association of Assessing Officers

Member, Michigan Assessors Association

Member, Arizona Chapter, International Association of Assessing Officers