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Born To Run: Lessons from the Road
Born To Run: Lessons from the Road

I started running when I was 4 years old. Running is big part of who I am and has influenced me in many ways and it continues to do so. People will ask, “Why do you do that? That looks like no fun.” While others understand the pull of that early morning run that drags you out of... Continue Reading

Date posted03/3/2023


The Little Things
The Little Things

What Stephen R. Covey, Varsity Blues, and Punk Rock taught me about managing apartments. As every Broncos fan has experienced for the past seven seasons, I am sitting here in football misery knowing that my team is not going to a play-off game, let alone winning a championship any time soon.... Continue Reading

Postedby Bob Donahue
Date posted03/3/2023


Augmented Reality and the Next Wave of Digital Marketing
Augmented Reality and the Next Wave of Digital Marketing

The multifamily marketing landscapes ever-evolving, and it’s essential to understand the current digital marketing trends to remain competitive. In 2023, multifamily marketers should be aware of key trends likely to shape their strategies. Digital marketing trends that apartment... Continue Reading

Postedby Ashley Tyndall
Date posted03/3/2023


Arming Your Property Against a Natural Enemy: Water
Arming Your Property Against a Natural Enemy: Water

Natural elements cause extensive damage to buildings. Due to the Colorado climate, we experience all of the most common damaging weather elements that property owners and managers need to plan for as they typically have an immediate impact on the condition of a property. Water and freezing... Continue Reading

Postedby Travis Dunn
Date posted01/27/2023


Gen Z Job Seekers: Reaching The Next Generation To Work In Apartment
Gen Z Job Seekers: Reaching The Next Generation To Work In Apartment

What does 2023 have in store for Gen Z job seekers? If it’s anything like 2022, change is guaranteed. We have entered a year defined by record inflation, economic uncertainty, hybrid workplaces, and the influx of Gen Z — the largest generation to enter the workforce. Considering... Continue Reading

Postedby Judy Delhey-Champagne
Date posted01/27/2023


Clint Pulver: "Drumming Up Extraordinary Workplaces"
Clint Pulver: "Drumming Up Extraordinary Workplaces"

"IT’S NOT ABOUT BEING THE BEST IN THE WORLD…IT'S ABOUT BEING THE BEST FOR THE WORLD." A Professional Drummer for over 20 years, CLINT PULVER played with top headlining fellow musicians in venues like the Vivint Arena, the Stadium of Fire, and the Kodak Theater in Hollywood. In... Continue Reading

Date posted01/27/2023


Reducing Employee Turnover: Our Industry's Employee Exodus is real. What can we do about it?
Reducing Employee Turnover: Our Industry's Employee Exodus is real. What can we do about it?

Staff turnover was already a major issue in the multifamily industry before the pandemic. According to the National Apartment Association, after rising steadily since 2010, the average turnover rate at apartment firms reached 33% in 2019, far above the 22% average for all workplaces at the... Continue Reading

Date posted01/6/2023


14 Surefire Ways to Increase Renewals and Maximize Resident Retention
14 Surefire Ways to Increase Renewals and Maximize Resident Retention

Did you know it costs $3,976 to replace one of your residents when they don’t renew their lease? Zego found the average turnover costs to include: Lost rents: $1,598 Unit repair costs: $775 Concessions: $1,240 Marketing and advertising: $364 As a multifamily professional, you know that... Continue Reading

Postedby Ashley Tyndall
Date posted01/6/2023


The Importance of Mentorships
The Importance of Mentorships

The right mentor at the right moment can change the trajectory of a life! When an individual has the desire and the will to get to the next level, it’s a mentor that can step in to light the path and show them the way. Do you remember the first time that someone closed a door in... Continue Reading

Postedby Jenny Jorgensen
Date posted01/6/2023


Congratulations! Mary Oldenburg
Congratulations! Mary Oldenburg

AAMD joins the Denver multifamily industry in congratulating Mary Oldenburg on her retirement! The moment Mary began her career in Denver, she immediately became involved with the Apartment Association, chairing nearly every committee at one time, and serving as the National Apartment... Continue Reading

Date posted01/6/2023


Getting Started with your Inclusion & Diversity Initiative
Getting Started with your Inclusion & Diversity Initiative

Practical Initiatives to Get Started On Here are four practical ideas to implement change that has a staying, powerful and longterm impact at your company: 1. Review Company Materials Your handbook, onboarding policies, websites/digital media, career development, hiring practices -... Continue Reading

Date posted11/4/2022


Initiative Spotlight: Cardinal Group
Initiative Spotlight: Cardinal Group

Cardinal launched it’s DEI Council in the Summer of 2020. The purpose of the council is to ensure that all team members can bring their best true selves to work each day. The council seeks to empower each team member while elevating their voice in the future trajectory of the company... Continue Reading

Date posted10/7/2022