WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2025
Colorado Convention Center
The Largest Multifamily Housing Conference
in the Rocky Mountain Region
- 28
days - 10
hours - 47
mins - 51
secs
Level up at the Apartment Association of Metro Denver's Premier Event
Elevate your communities, careers, and connections at the ultimate gathering for the Denver multifamily industry. Gain game-changing insights, expand your network, and unlock new opportunities to grow and thrive. Whether you're a seasoned pro or rising leader, this is your chance to level up and shape the future of apartment living!
Multifamily Professionals
Exhibitor
Booths
Education
Sessions
Get ready for an electrifying session with Ryan Leak, a dynamic speaker, best-selling author, and CEO of a leadership development firm that trains over 30,000 leaders annually—from Fortune 500 executives to professional athletes. Renowned for his ability to turn setbacks into opportunities, Ryan blends actionable insights, real-world strategies, and a touch of humor to help leaders break free from autopilot and unlock their full potential!
Henna Pryor
8:15-9:00am | Room 103/105
Mastering Your Mindset
Property management can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. Residents have urgent requests, vendors miss deadlines, and unexpected challenges pop up daily. In these moments, your inner voice can either help you stay steady, or knock you right off balance. A mental skill called cognitive defusion can keep you cool, even on your most chaotic days.
Cognitive defusion is the practice of creating distance between yourself and your thoughts, allowing you to recognize them as just that – thoughts, not absolute truths. When stress kicks in, your mind may flood with worst-case scenarios or self-doubt. By learning to detach from these reactions, you can make better decisions and respond more effectively. You’re in control of the wheel. Mastering your mindset is just as important as managing properties. By practicing cognitive defusion, you can stay clear-headed under pressure, communicate more effectively, and build stronger relationships – without getting thrown off your metaphorical unicycle.
Drew Hudson
9:15-10:15am | Room 103/105
The Renewal Rose: Who’s Staying for Another Season
Welcome to the ultimate leasing love story! In The Renewal Rose: Who’s Staying for Another Season?, we’re taking a reality TV-style deep dive into what it really takes to win over residents and keep them committed season after season. Just like a hit dating show, retention is all about building trust, creating unforgettable experiences, and making sure your residents don’t get the ick (aka, bad service and unmet expectations).
Through interactive challenges, real-world case studies, and unexpected plot twists, we’ll explore:
1. VIP treatment that makes residents obsessed with your community
2. Red flags that send residents running—and how to avoid them
3. The secret formula for turning happy residents into your biggest brand ambassadors
This session is high-energy, interactive, and packed with takeaways that teams can apply immediately to boost renewals and strengthen resident relationships.
Presenter TBD
10:30-11:00am | Room 103/105
Prioritzing Mental Health & Avoiding Burnout
Sarah Sanborn
8:15-9:00am | Room 107/109
The Ultimate Cheat Code: Thinking Critically
Ever wish there was a cheat code for making decisions? Good news—there is, and it’s called critical thinking! In this session, we’ll break down essential thought processing skills and show you how to spot red flags, challenge assumptions, and navigate decisions with confidence. You’ll walk away with a step-by-step framework to level up your problem-solving skills and avoid the game-over moments. Because when it comes to elevated decision-making, the real cheat code is thinking critically.
Dana Duckworth
10:30-11:00am | Room 107/109
Could Have Been an Email….
Learn how to prioritize tasks, streamline workflows, and manage your time effectively to achieve more in less time. Discover strategies for reducing unnecessary meetings and creating a work environment that fosters focus and efficiency. Gain insights into balancing team collaboration with individual productivity, and explore techniques for ensuring that every team member, including introverts, can contribute meaningfully.
Karen Gladney
Kelsey Lawless
9:15-10:15am | Room 108
Leasing Experience Roadmap
Create memorable tour experiences and thoughtful exchanges that will drive results through focus on foundational footwork and fresh ideas. We will cover everything from the initial greeting, how to actually find out what prospects are looking for, to closing and follow up through a fun approach that brings joy back to this process.
PANEL:
Lori Pieper
Jason Barlowe
Wes Moore
10:30-11:00am | Room 108
Marketing Outreach: How to Differentiate Your Community
In today’s competitive Denver market, traditional leasing strategies aren’t enough. This panel explores how to level up your marketing through community partnerships, guerrilla marketing, and creative outreach. Hear from industry pros who’ve found innovative ways to boost visibility, build engagement, and drive results at the property level.
Aaron Victorson
10:30-11:00am | Room 111
Fighting Fraud in the Digital Age
Renter fraud is evolving at an alarming rate, and bad actors are getting smarter. From forged pay stubs to fake rental histories and even Reddit communities dedicated to teaching fraud, the threats are real—and growing. This session will break down the latest fraud tactics, their impact on your bottom line, and the technology solutions that can help you stay ahead. Learn how to identify red flags, evaluate fraud prevention tools, and protect your community from revenue loss
John Padilla
8:15-9:00am | Room 110/112
Understanding NSPIRE: The New Inspection Standard
Description to come.
Panelists:
Bob Horn
Joey Little
Jason Sievers
9:15-10:15am | Room 110/112
Maintenance Panel
Description to come.
Tim Turner
10:30-11:00am | Room 110 / 112
Evictions and the Impacts on Maintenance Teams
Evictions affect more than just residents—they take a significant toll on the teams managing the aftermath. In this impactful session, Tim Turner, Area Maintenance Manager at Avenue5 Residential, explores how the eviction process affects maintenance professionals—physically, emotionally, and operationally. From unexpected costs and court constraints to burnout and wear on your team, this session will shed light on often-overlooked challenges and offer strategies for better support and planning. Session takeaways include:
• Costs comparable to budget
• Legislation and court constraints
• Physical tolls
• Emotional tolls
Byron O'Bayley
8:15-9:00am | Room 111
HVAC Technical Training
Description to come.
Sarah Sanborn
8:15-9:00am | Room 107/109
The Ultimate Cheat Code: Thinking Critically
Ever wish there was a cheat code for making decisions? Good news—there is, and it’s called critical thinking! In this session, we’ll break down essential thought processing skills and show you how to spot red flags, challenge assumptions, and navigate decisions with confidence. You’ll walk away with a step-by-step framework to level up your problem-solving skills and avoid the game-over moments. Because when it comes to elevated decision-making, the real cheat code is thinking critically.
Presenter TBD
10:30-11:00am | Room 103/105
Prioritzing Mental Health & Avoiding Burnout
Description to come.
Dana Duckworth
10:30-11:00am | Room 107/109
Could Have Been an Email….
Learn how to prioritize tasks, streamline workflows, and manage your time effectively to achieve more in less time. Discover strategies for reducing unnecessary meetings and creating a work environment that fosters focus and efficiency. Gain insights into balancing team collaboration with individual productivity, and explore techniques for ensuring that every team member, including introverts, can contribute meaningfully.
Jason Kae
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
1:30-2:30pm | Room 104/106
Navigating Cultural Change: A Leader’s Guide to Sustainable Transformation
This advanced session equips leaders with strategies to assess and redefine team culture, overcome resistance to change, and implement sustainable transformation practices tailored to their organization’s goals.
Beth Smith
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
2:45-3:45pm | Room 104/106
Why Can’t I Hire Good People?
Beth Smith is the Founder and President of A-list Interviews and the Response Analysis System ™. Beth, author of “Why Can’t I Hire Good People?”, “Power Hire” and “Hire Power” takes a deeper look into this common question as she shares a hiring mistake that landed her business on national news. During her lighthearted and practical look into today’s interview process, the audience will gain insight into her 7 Step process, designed to identify employees who will perform at a high level and fit culturally. This process has a 91% retention rate for employees after a year. Excellent program for CEOs, executive retreats, hiring managers and human resource professionals.
Henna Pryor
8:15-9:00am | Room 103/105
Mastering Your Mindset
Property management can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. Residents have urgent requests, vendors miss deadlines, and unexpected challenges pop up daily. In these moments, your inner voice can either help you stay steady, or knock you right off balance. A mental skill called cognitive defusion can keep you cool, even on your most chaotic days.
Cognitive defusion is the practice of creating distance between yourself and your thoughts, allowing you to recognize them as just that – thoughts, not absolute truths. When stress kicks in, your mind may flood with worst-case scenarios or self-doubt. By learning to detach from these reactions, you can make better decisions and respond more effectively. You’re in control of the wheel. Mastering your mindset is just as important as managing properties. By practicing cognitive defusion, you can stay clear-headed under pressure, communicate more effectively, and build stronger relationships – without getting thrown off your metaphorical unicycle.
Drew Hudson
9:15-10:15am | Room 103/105
The Renewal Rose: Who’s Staying for Another Season
Welcome to the ultimate leasing love story! In The Renewal Rose: Who’s Staying for Another Season?, we’re taking a reality TV-style deep dive into what it really takes to win over residents and keep them committed season after season. Just like a hit dating show, retention is all about building trust, creating unforgettable experiences, and making sure your residents don’t get the ick (aka, bad service and unmet expectations).
Through interactive challenges, real-world case studies, and unexpected plot twists, we’ll explore:
1. VIP treatment that makes residents obsessed with your community
2. Red flags that send residents running—and how to avoid them
3. The secret formula for turning happy residents into your biggest brand ambassadors
This session is high-energy, interactive, and packed with takeaways that teams can apply immediately to boost renewals and strengthen resident relationships.
Presenter TBD
10:30-11:00am | Room 103/105
Prioritzing Mental Health & Avoiding Burnout
Pete Muccio
Jonathon Carlson
8:15-9:00am | Room 107/109
9:15-10:15am | Room 107/109
2025 Laws = New Operations for Managing Property
Learn what is coming next as a result of the 2025 legislative session, and be equipped to have high level discussions with your team and owners about necessary operational changes. Catch up with the laws so you can be aware of what's next and learn the critical operational decisions that your company will need to make this year. Help your company and your owners develop a plan for what's next. This is a can't miss session that is so big that it requires two attorneys and two time slots to cover all the material.
Panelists
Katie Flood
Additional Panelists TBA
10:30-11:00am | Room 107/109
Regional Manager Panel: Tips for Stepping Into Your New Role
Transitioning into a regional role is a big step—and it comes with new challenges. Join experienced regional managers as they share practical tips, lessons learned, and what they wish they knew starting out. Whether you're newly promoted or eyeing your next move, this session offers valuable guidance for managing teams, properties, and expectations.
Sarah Sanborn
8:15-9:00am | Room 107/109
The Ultimate Cheat Code: Thinking Critically
Ever wish there was a cheat code for making decisions? Good news—there is, and it’s called critical thinking! In this session, we’ll break down essential thought processing skills and show you how to spot red flags, challenge assumptions, and navigate decisions with confidence. You’ll walk away with a step-by-step framework to level up your problem-solving skills and avoid the game-over moments. Because when it comes to elevated decision-making, the real cheat code is thinking critically.
Dana Duckworth
9:15-10:15am | Room 107/109
Hope Floats: Strategies for Navigating Organizational Change and Uncertainty
Property management professionals often face dynamic challenges and frequent changes in market conditions, resident expectations, and industry requirements. This session focuses on practical strategies to effectively manage and navigate through periods of organizational change and uncertainty.Participants will gain insights into maintaining operational stability, fostering resilience among teams, and sustaining resident satisfaction amidst change.
Dana Duckworth
10:30-11:00am | Room 107/109
Could Have Been an Email….
Learn how to prioritize tasks, streamline workflows, and manage your time effectively to achieve more in less time. Discover strategies for reducing unnecessary meetings and creating a work environment that fosters focus and efficiency. Gain insights into balancing team collaboration with individual productivity, and explore techniques for ensuring that every team member, including introverts, can contribute meaningfully.
PANEL
Irving Gallarza
Felisha Austin
Orapin Williams
Jenny Jorgenson
Sheritta Washington
Tamera Greene
8:15-9:00am | Room 108
Panel: Diversity Matters
Diversity Matters is a candid, thoughtful conversation about the evolving role of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our industry. This panel will unpack what DE&I really means, why it sparks debate, and what we risk by stepping away from it. We'll explore how diverse voices strengthen organizations and share ways to move forward with empathy, clarity, and purpose.
Karen Gladney
Kelsey Lawless
9:15-10:15am | Room 108
Leasing Experience Roadmap
Create memorable tour experiences and thoughtful exchanges that will drive results through focus on foundational footwork and fresh ideas. We will cover everything from the initial greeting, how to actually find out what prospects are looking for, to closing and follow up through a fun approach that brings joy back to this process.
PANEL:
Jason Barlowe
Wesley Moore
Lori Pieper
10:30-11:00am | Room 108
Marketing Outreach: How to Differentiate Your Community
In today’s competitive Denver market, traditional leasing strategies aren’t enough. This panel explores how to level up your marketing through community partnerships, guerrilla marketing, and creative outreach. Hear from industry pros who’ve found innovative ways to boost visibility, build engagement, and drive results at the property level..
Alex O'Brien
9:15-10:15am | Room 111
Understanding How is a real estate deal put together?
Description to Come.
Aaron Victorson
10:30-11:00am | Room 111
Fighting Fraud in the Digital Age
Renter fraud is evolving at an alarming rate, and bad actors are getting smarter. From forged pay stubs to fake rental histories and even Reddit communities dedicated to teaching fraud, the threats are real—and growing. This session will break down the latest fraud tactics, their impact on your bottom line, and the technology solutions that can help you stay ahead. Learn how to identify red flags, evaluate fraud prevention tools, and protect your community from revenue loss.
Jason Kae
8:15-9:00am | Room 113
Cultivating a Rainforest Team Culture: Leadership Strategies for High Performance
This session introduces a practical framework to transform team dynamics by fostering psychological safety, engagement, and trust. Attendees will learn to build resilient team cultures that attract and retain top talent while driving innovation and performance.
Anissa Faus
9:15-10:15am | Room 113
Hustle Less, Integrate More: Shifting from Grind to Growth
A fresh take on moving beyond toxic hustle culture, this session redefines success through regenerative leadership, prioritizing well-being, innovation, and sustainable performance..
Michael Teague
Jackie Brown-Griggs
10:30-11:00am | Room 113
Building Positive PR for the Multifamily Industry
We will discuss strategies and tactics on how to capitalize on media to boost your community's PR efforts, protect your reputation as a rental housing provider and how to effectively and rapidly respond when unwanted media attention comes your way. You will walk away with an enhanced understanding of media in today's landscape, best practices in rapid media response and actionable steps to prepare your team for potential PR crises.
- Discuss how the media landscape has changed over the last 3-4 years
- Analyze the different forms of media and how to use them to your advantage
- Explore how to appropriately respond to situations as they arise
- Review strategies for rapid response to crises gaining public attention.
Henna Pryor
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
2:45-3:45pm | Room 104/106
Executive Presence and Communicating with Impact
Research from Dr. Valerie Young finds that we’re more likely to follow the confident person over the competent person. As our leadership grows, we need to make each conversation and presentation count, how do we make sure confidence and a strong presence is what other people see?
In this session, we learn what Executive Presence in the modern era really means for today's leader, why it’s difficult for some to master, and the role it plays in our influence and impact. We’ll gain insights into our own organizations around how we view and reward this skill in others, gain self-awareness around our own strengths and weaknesses about tactical and behavioral elements of executive presence, and have an action plan for how to improve our own to become the strongest leaders we can be.
PANELISTS
Laura Trued
Heather Steinle
More Panelists TBA
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
1:30-2:30pm | Room 103/104
Leadership Panel: Clear Communication in Driving Performance Through Leaders
Hear from top executives as they share how clear, intentional communication influences team performance, culture, and results. This panel will explore how great leaders set expectations, build trust, and motivate teams—both on-site and at the corporate level. Gain real-world insight from seasoned professionals who’ve led through change, growth, and challenge.
Jason Kae
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
1:30-2:30pm | Room 104/106
Navigating Cultural Change: A Leader’s Guide to Sustainable Transformation
This advanced session equips leaders with strategies to assess and redefine team culture, overcome resistance to change, and implement sustainable transformation practices tailored to their organization’s goals.
Beth Smith
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
2:45-3:45pm | Room 104/106
Why Can’t I Hire Good People?
Beth Smith is the Founder and President of A-list Interviews and the Response Analysis System ™. Beth, author of “Why Can’t I Hire Good People?”, “Power Hire” and “Hire Power” takes a deeper look into this common question as she shares a hiring mistake that landed her business on national news. During her lighthearted and practical look into today’s interview process, the audience will gain insight into her 7 Step process, designed to identify employees who will perform at a high level and fit culturally. This process has a 91% retention rate for employees after a year. Excellent program for CEOs, executive retreats, hiring managers and human resource professionals.
Henna Pryor
8:15-9:00am | Room 103/105
Mastering Your Mindset
Property management can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. Residents have urgent requests, vendors miss deadlines, and unexpected challenges pop up daily. In these moments, your inner voice can either help you stay steady, or knock you right off balance. A mental skill called cognitive defusion can keep you cool, even on your most chaotic days.
Cognitive defusion is the practice of creating distance between yourself and your thoughts, allowing you to recognize them as just that – thoughts, not absolute truths. When stress kicks in, your mind may flood with worst-case scenarios or self-doubt. By learning to detach from these reactions, you can make better decisions and respond more effectively. You’re in control of the wheel. Mastering your mindset is just as important as managing properties. By practicing cognitive defusion, you can stay clear-headed under pressure, communicate more effectively, and build stronger relationships – without getting thrown off your metaphorical unicycle.
Presenter TBD
10:30-11:00am | Room 103/105
Prioritizing Mental Health & Avoiding Burnout
PANELISTS
Katie Flood
More Panelists TBA
10:30-11:00am | Room 107/109
Regional Manager Panel: Tips for Stepping Into Your New Role
Transitioning into a regional role is a big step—and it comes with new challenges. Join experienced regional managers as they share practical tips, lessons learned, and what they wish they knew starting out. Whether you're newly promoted or eyeing your next move, this session offers valuable guidance for managing teams, properties, and expectations.
Dana Duckworth
9:15-10:15am | Room 107/109
Hope Floats: Strategies for Navigating Organizational Change and Uncertainty
Property management professionals often face dynamic challenges and frequent changes in market conditions, resident expectations, and industry requirements. This session focuses on practical strategies to effectively manage and navigate through periods of organizational change and uncertainty.Participants will gain insights into maintaining operational stability, fostering resilience among teams, and sustaining resident satisfaction amidst change.
PANEL
Irving Gallarza
Felisha Austin
Orapin Williams
Jenny Jorgenson
Sheritta Washington
Tamera Greene
8:15-9:00am | Room 108
Panel: Diversity Matters
Diversity Matters is a candid, thoughtful conversation about the evolving role of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our industry. This panel will unpack what DE&I really means, why it sparks debate, and what we risk by stepping away from it. We'll explore how diverse voices strengthen organizations and share ways to move forward with empathy, clarity, and purpose.
Alex O'Brien
9:15-10:15am | Room 111
Understanding How is a real estate deal put together?
Description to Come.
Aaron Victorson
10:30-11:00am | Room 111
Fighting Fraud in the Digital Age
Renter fraud is evolving at an alarming rate, and bad actors are getting smarter. From forged pay stubs to fake rental histories and even Reddit communities dedicated to teaching fraud, the threats are real—and growing. This session will break down the latest fraud tactics, their impact on your bottom line, and the technology solutions that can help you stay ahead. Learn how to identify red flags, evaluate fraud prevention tools, and protect your community from revenue loss.
Jason Kae
8:15-9:00am | Room 113
Cultivating a Rainforest Team Culture: Leadership Strategies for High Performance
This session introduces a practical framework to transform team dynamics by fostering psychological safety, engagement, and trust. Attendees will learn to build resilient team cultures that attract and retain top talent while driving innovation and performance.
Anissa Faus
9:15-10:15am | Room 113
Hustle Less, Integrate More: Shifting from Grind to Growth
A fresh take on moving beyond toxic hustle culture, this session redefines success through regenerative leadership, prioritizing well-being, innovation, and sustainable performance..
Michael Teague
Jackie Brown-Griggs
10:30-11:00am | Room 113
Building Positive PR for the Multifamily Industry
We will discuss strategies and tactics on how to capitalize on media to boost your community's PR efforts, protect your reputation as a rental housing provider and how to effectively and rapidly respond when unwanted media attention comes your way. You will walk away with an enhanced understanding of media in today's landscape, best practices in rapid media response and actionable steps to prepare your team for potential PR crises.
- Discuss how the media landscape has changed over the last 3-4 years
- Analyze the different forms of media and how to use them to your advantage
- Explore how to appropriately respond to situations as they arise
- Review strategies for rapid response to crises gaining public attention.
Henna Pryor
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
2:45-3:45pm | Room 104/106
Executive Presence and Communicating with Impact
Research from Dr. Valerie Young finds that we’re more likely to follow the confident person over the competent person. As our leadership grows, we need to make each conversation and presentation count, how do we make sure confidence and a strong presence is what other people see?
In this session, we learn what Executive Presence in the modern era really means for today's leader, why it’s difficult for some to master, and the role it plays in our influence and impact. We’ll gain insights into our own organizations around how we view and reward this skill in others, gain self-awareness around our own strengths and weaknesses about tactical and behavioral elements of executive presence, and have an action plan for how to improve our own to become the strongest leaders we can be.
PANELISTS:
Laura Trued
Heather Steinle
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
1:30-2:30pm | Room 103/104
Leadership Panel: Clear Communication in Driving Performance Through Leaders
Hear from top executives as they share how clear, intentional communication influences team performance, culture, and results. This panel will explore how great leaders set expectations, build trust, and motivate teams—both on-site and at the corporate level. Gain real-world insight from seasoned professionals who’ve led through change, growth, and challenge.
Jason Kae
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
1:30-2:30pm | Room 104/106
Navigating Cultural Change: A Leader’s Guide to Sustainable Transformation
This advanced session equips leaders with strategies to assess and redefine team culture, overcome resistance to change, and implement sustainable transformation practices tailored to their organization’s goals.
Beth Smith
SPECIAL PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP: MAY 6
2:45-3:45pm | Room 104/106
Why Can’t I Hire Good People?
Beth Smith is the Founder and President of A-list Interviews and the Response Analysis System ™. Beth, author of “Why Can’t I Hire Good People?”, “Power Hire” and “Hire Power” takes a deeper look into this common question as she shares a hiring mistake that landed her business on national news. During her lighthearted and practical look into today’s interview process, the audience will gain insight into her 7 Step process, designed to identify employees who will perform at a high level and fit culturally. This process has a 91% retention rate for employees after a year. Excellent program for CEOs, executive retreats, hiring managers and human resource professionals.
Henna Pryor
8:15-9:00am | Room 103/105
Mastering Your Mindset
Property management can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. Residents have urgent requests, vendors miss deadlines, and unexpected challenges pop up daily. In these moments, your inner voice can either help you stay steady, or knock you right off balance. A mental skill called cognitive defusion can keep you cool, even on your most chaotic days.
Cognitive defusion is the practice of creating distance between yourself and your thoughts, allowing you to recognize them as just that – thoughts, not absolute truths. When stress kicks in, your mind may flood with worst-case scenarios or self-doubt. By learning to detach from these reactions, you can make better decisions and respond more effectively. You’re in control of the wheel. Mastering your mindset is just as important as managing properties. By practicing cognitive defusion, you can stay clear-headed under pressure, communicate more effectively, and build stronger relationships – without getting thrown off your metaphorical unicycle.
Presenter TBD
10:30-11:00am | Room 103/105
Prioritzing Mental Health & Avoiding Burnout
Pete Muccio
Jonathon Carlson
8:15-9:00am | Room 107/109
9:15-10:15am | Room 107/109
2025 Laws = New Operations for Managing Property
Learn what is coming next as a result of the 2025 legislative session, and be equipped to have high level discussions with your team and owners about necessary operational changes. Catch up with the laws so you can be aware of what's next and learn the critical operational decisions that your company will need to make this year. Help your company and your owners develop a plan for what's next. This is a can't miss session that is so big that it requires two attorneys and two time slots to cover all the material.
Dana Duckworth
9:15-10:15am | Room 107/109
Hope Floats: Strategies for Navigating Organizational Change and Uncertainty
Property management professionals often face dynamic challenges and frequent changes in market conditions, resident expectations, and industry requirements. This session focuses on practical strategies to effectively manage and navigate through periods of organizational change and uncertainty.Participants will gain insights into maintaining operational stability, fostering resilience among teams, and sustaining resident satisfaction amidst change.
PANEL
Irving Gallarza
Felisha Austin
Orapin Williams
Jenny Jorgenson
Sheritta Washington
Tamera Greene
8:15-9:00am | Room 108
Panel: Diversity Matters
Diversity Matters is a candid, thoughtful conversation about the evolving role of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our industry. This panel will unpack what DE&I really means, why it sparks debate, and what we risk by stepping away from it. We'll explore how diverse voices strengthen organizations and share ways to move forward with empathy, clarity, and purpose.
PANEL:
Jason Barlowe
Wesley Moore
Lori Pieper
10:30-11:00am | Room 108
Marketing Outreach: How to Differentiate Your Community
In today’s competitive Denver market, traditional leasing strategies aren’t enough. This panel explores how to level up your marketing through community partnerships, guerrilla marketing, and creative outreach. Hear from industry pros who’ve found innovative ways to boost visibility, build engagement, and drive results at the property level..
Alex O'Brien
9:15-10:15am | Room 111
Understanding How is a real estate deal put together?
Description to Come.
Aaron Victorson
10:30-11:00am | Room 111
Fighting Fraud in the Digital Age
Renter fraud is evolving at an alarming rate, and bad actors are getting smarter. From forged pay stubs to fake rental histories and even Reddit communities dedicated to teaching fraud, the threats are real—and growing. This session will break down the latest fraud tactics, their impact on your bottom line, and the technology solutions that can help you stay ahead. Learn how to identify red flags, evaluate fraud prevention tools, and protect your community from revenue loss.
Jason Kae
8:15-9:00am | Room 113
Cultivating a Rainforest Team Culture: Leadership Strategies for High Performance
This session introduces a practical framework to transform team dynamics by fostering psychological safety, engagement, and trust. Attendees will learn to build resilient team cultures that attract and retain top talent while driving innovation and performance.
Anissa Faus
9:15-10:15am | Room 113
Hustle Less, Integrate More: Shifting from Grind to Growth
A fresh take on moving beyond toxic hustle culture, this session redefines success through regenerative leadership, prioritizing well-being, innovation, and sustainable performance..
Michael Teague
Jackie Brown-Griggs
10:30-11:00am | Room 113
Building Positive PR for the Multifamily Industry
We will discuss strategies and tactics on how to capitalize on media to boost your community's PR efforts, protect your reputation as a rental housing provider and how to effectively and rapidly respond when unwanted media attention comes your way. You will walk away with an enhanced understanding of media in today's landscape, best practices in rapid media response and actionable steps to prepare your team for potential PR crises.
- Discuss how the media landscape has changed over the last 3-4 years
- Analyze the different forms of media and how to use them to your advantage
- Explore how to appropriately respond to situations as they arise
- Review strategies for rapid response to crises gaining public attention.
Presenter TBA
8:15-9:00am | Room 102
Affordable Housing - Voucher Training
Description to come.
Amanda Lee Gross
9:15-10:15am | Room 102
HOTMA – A High-Level Overview of Key Changes and Impacts
The Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) introduces significant changes that will reshape affordable housing policies and compliance requirements. While much of the discussion around HOTMA focuses on specific rule changes, this session takes a big-picture approach, highlighting the most impactful updates and what they mean for housing agencies and organizations.
This session is designed for professionals who need a broad understanding of HOTMA’s implications without diving into the technical details. We will focus on the operational, compliance, and policy considerations that organizations should be aware of as they navigate implementation.
Key Takeaways:
• A high-level overview of HOTMA’s most impactful provisions
•What housing organizations should consider from a compliance and policy perspective
•Key questions to evaluate as implementation moves forward
PANEL TBA
10:30-11:00am | Room 102
Affordable Housing Panel
Affordable housing is a crucial part of the Denver market—and the multifamily industry. This panel brings together local experts to discuss current challenges, compliance realities, and the growing need for accessible housing. Learn how affordable housing impacts operations and what it means for property teams and leadership alike.
Join these Speakers and More Representing over 600 Years of Experience!
Jason Kae
Anissa Faus 
Amanda Lee Gross
Karen Gladney
Trade Show & Exhibit Hall
The Trade Show Exhibit Hall will feature over
275 AAMD Supplier Partners to showcase their products and services
whilegiving away prizes and networking with industry professionals!
Your Communities, Careers and Connections
Pricing
All pricing is per person. Current Pricing ends April 30, 2025
General Admission *
$200
All-Access
(1-5 people)
$300
All-Access
(6-15 people)
$275
All-Access
(16-50 people)
$250
All-Access
(51-99 people)
$225
All-Access
(100+ people)
$200
*General Admission Does Not Include Keynote Luncheon with Ryan Leak
Projected Admission*
In the best interest of our sponsors, supplier partners must be sponsors or have an exhibit booth in order to attend this event.
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Super Early Bird |
Early Bird |
Regular Pricing |
Late Pricing |
Day Of Price |
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General |
$150 | $175 | $200 | $225 | |
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All Access |
$225 | $250 | $275 | $300 | $350 |
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All Access |
$200 | $225 | $250 | $275 | $350 |
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All Access |
$175 | $200 | $225 | $250 | $350 |
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All Access |
$150 | $175 | $200 | $225 | $350 |
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All Access |
$125 | $150 | $175 | $200 | $350 |
