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President’s Perspective
Recapping NAA Apartmentalize
The National Apartment Association Apartmentalize Conference 2023 was an extraordinary event that offered a multitude of inspiring experiences. Attendees were provided with invaluable continuing education sessions, showcasing the latest industry knowledge and trends. The conference also featured cutting-edge products and technology from various vendor partners, ensuring that participants were up to date with the latest advancements in the field.
Another highlight of the event was the limitless networking opportunities it presented. Professionals from all facets of the apartment industry came together, fostering connections, collaborations, and the exchange of ideas. This networking aspect allowed attendees to expand their professional circles, establish new partnerships, and gain valuable insights from industry leaders. Plus, we all learned so much AI and industry shifts to more centralization.
However, the excitement didn’t stop there! The Austin Apartment Association was awarded the prestigious NAA Affiliate of the Year Award for 2023- a first ever achievement in Austin! This recognition demonstrates the Austin Apartment Associations exceptional dedication and commitment to the apartment industry, highlighting our outstanding contributions, innovative initiatives, and overall excellence in supporting the needs of the rental housing industry.
Receiving the NAA Affiliate of the Year Award is a testament to AAA’s vibrant volunteer community and the collective efforts of all those involved is to be commended. A special thanks to our world-class association staff, especially our EVP, Emily Blair. Thank you to all of our volunteers, of course, but a special thanks to the trailblazers that worked for several years to develop our Strategic Plan, reorganize the organization in support of that plan, and then further, the development of the council and committee charters. What we are accomplishing together in Austin is truly impactful and we are now proudly garnering the recognition of the state and national association communities because of this.
Our Austin Apartment Association volunteer membership has limitless potential and widely renowned respect for innovation within the apartment industry. It is truly inspiring to work with professionals that continue pushing boundaries and making a difference in their respective roles and communities. So, mark your calendars for next year’s NAA Apartmentalize Conference in Philadelphia and let’s have Austin show up in 2024!
Sincerely,
