GCNKAA January 2022 Apartment Advantage Newsletter by Michele

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GCNKAA POSTPONES 2022 INSTALLATION DINNER; MERGES WITH STATE OF THE INDUSTRY MEETING ON FEBRUARY 15

The Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association has decided to postpone the 2022 Officers Installation Dinner due to the increase in COVID cases. The revised plan will now merge this event with the annual State of the Industry featuring Dave Lockard with CBRE scheduled for Tuesday, February 15 at Oasis Conference Center in Loveland. Watch your inbox for more details. The Officers Installation Dinner honors the leadership of the past, present and future and culminates with the installation of our officers for the upcoming year. Being installed as president this year is Tonya Petersen with Miller Valentine Group. Also being installed are the Board of Directors, Associate Council, Ohio Apartment Association Trustees and the Apartment Association Outreach Board. Host of ceremony is Don Brunner, 2022 Chairman of the Board for the National Apartment Association (NAA). Mr. Brunner has 16 years of real estate management experience and, as Chief Operating Officer of BRG Realty Group, he is responsible for the company’s operations at 47 properties in the Tri-State area representing 8,000 units. Prior to joining property management, Brunner worked as an

industry supplier partner, which affords him a unique view of both facets of the rental housing industry. In addition, Brunner has been actively involved with a variety of initiatives for NAA on both the local and national level. He is currently a member of the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association and served as President from 2020-202. He has also previously served seven years as a Region 3 Vice President for NAA. Thanks to our event sponsors for making this a memorable evening (at time of print): Apartments.com, BRG Apartments, Calloway Cleaning & Restoration, CIG Communities, Contractors Inc., Denizen Management, Fath Properties, Hearth Home Communities, HILLS Properties, Miller Valentine Group, Pinnacle Paving & Sealing, RentPath, Rite Rug, Royal Finish, Seasons Best Landscaping, Sherwin Williams, Towne Properties, and Wallick Communities. Thank you also to all our beverage sponsors: Corken Steel Products Company, Energy Alliances, and Parcel Pending. Sponsorships are still available. Call the office at 513 407-8612. Mr. Brunner will install our leadership on February 15 and will then hand the meeting over to Dave Lockard to present the State of the Industry. Cost per person is $60 or reserve a full table for 10 for $750. Beverage Sponsorships are $200. Watch for your emailed invitation or call the office for more information.

GCNKAA REWARDS 6 RAPID RAFFLE WINNERS AT HOLIDAY CHEERS FUNDRAISER

Congratulations to (l. to r.) Jud Oscherwitz with Towne Properties, Theresa Hallett with Towne Properties, Robin Cousins with CIG Communities, Levona Robbins with Calloway Cleaning & Restoration, Michele Calloway with Calloway Cleaning & Restoration, Eric Hendy with Wallick Communities, Diane Holste, Linda Arnold, and Todd Hignite with Hearth Home Communities for winning the nine (9) Rapid Raffle prizes at the 2021 GCNKAA Annual Holiday Cheers Party and Benefit on Thursday, December 9 at the Kenwood Country Club in Cincinnati, Ohio. Thank you to Chadwell Supply for sponsoring the Rapid Raffle this year. Thank you also to all the volunteers and attendees who made this event a huge success. All net proceeds - more than $15,000 - directly benefitted the Apartment Association Outreach. See inside for photos.

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2022 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE TONYA PETERSEN Miller Valentine Group President tonya.petersen@mvg.com MELISSA JOY Village Green Mgmt Vice President mjoy@villagegreen.com JUSTIN SEGER HILLS Properties Treasurer JustinS@hillsinc.com CRAIG COFFMAN Uptown Rental Properties Secretary ccoffman@uptownrents.com

GCNKAA PAST PRESIDENTS

2000…Roy Wergers 2021...Don Brunner 1999…Roy Wergers 2020...Don Brunner 1998…Robert J. Wahlke, CAPS 2019...Jud Oscherwitz 1997…Terry Sievers 2018...Jud Oscherwitz 1997…Dave Lockard 2017...Stacy Walton 1996…Jim Cohen, CPM 2016...Stacy Walton 1995…Jim Ruh 2015...Rusty Lykes 1994…Mark Robinson 2014...Rusty Lykes 1993…David Noll 2013...Maria Stanton 1992…Bernie Wessels ** 2012...Maria Stanton 1992…Jerry A. Molique, CPM, CAPS ** 2011...Jeff March 1991…Jay O. Ingram, Jr., CPM 2010...Brian Fullenkamp 1990…Ronald Bommer 2009...Brian Hendy, CPM 1989…John Cobey 2008...Brian Hendy, CPM 1988…Robert J. Wahlke, CAPS 2007...Becky Alejandrino, CPM 1987…Robert J. Wahlke, CAPS 2006...Marc Cameron, CPM 1986…Charles Berling 2005...Marc Cameron, CPM 2004...Gary Sanzone, CPM, CAPS, CAM, NALP 1985…Joseph Fullenkamp, CAPS 2003...Gary Sanzone, CPM, CAPS, CAM, NALP 1984…John Stalnaker 1983…Jerry A. Molique, CPM, CAPS 2002…Jim Ruh 1982…Harry Fath 2001…Jay Ingram, CPM **Apartment Association of N. KY merged with GCNKAA

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2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Mark Arnold, Royal Finish Associate Council 1st Vice President Lloyd Cobble, CIG Communities Brian Fullenkamp, Legacy Management Jeff Greenberger,Greenberger & Brewer, LLP Parliamentarian Todd Hignite, Hearth Home Communities Gerry Johnson, Rent Path Associate Council President Megan Lawhon, PLK Communities Oksana Lukjanenko, Denizen Management Mike Markus, BRG Apartments Jordann Morgan, Fath Properties Ann Padgett, ePremium Insurance Agency Associate Council 2nd Vice President John Recob, Towne Properties Lesley Wardlow, CMHA Elizabeth Werner, Stoneridge Properties

GCNKAA STAFF

Rebecca McLean, Executive Vice President Pat Crowley, VP of Governmental Affairs Michele Klusman, Director of Communications & Programs; Apartment Advantage Editor Patty Braun, Director of Membership and Sales Zach Jameson, Accounting, Database & Office Coordinator James Combs, Education & Social Media Coordinator Susan Peck, AA Outreach Coordinator Nicole Metz, Administrative Assistant

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COMING UP IN FEBRUARY 2022 COMMITTEES 8 Trade Show Committee, 10 am 8 Associate Council, 11 am 9 NextGen Committee, 9 am 9 Education Committee, 10 am 9 Membership Committee, 12 pm 10 Legislative Committee, 8:30 am 11 Business Exchange Comm., 9:45 am 15 Executive Committee, 7:45 am 15 Board of Directors, 8:30 am 22 Social Media Committee, 9 am 22 Summer Golf Committee, 12 pm

EDUCATION 14 CAM - Certified Apartment Manager 9 am 15 CAM - Certified Apartment Manager 9 am

EVENTS 15 Officers Installation Dinner, 5:30 pm 15 State of the Industry Meeting, 5:30 pm

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This section contains articles and information concerning the Board of Directors and Association policies.

Across the Board A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT By Tonya Petersen, President Happy New Year to the amazing GCNKAA Membership! I trust your holiday season has been joyful, restful and safe! Welcome 2022! I am humbled and honored to have the opportunity to serve as president for our association for 2022. I will strive in seeking opportunities to enhance the benefit of membership and promote the multifamily housing industry. I am ecstatic to continue working with the board direcTonya Petersen Miller Valentine Group tors, Associate Council and the tremendous staff of our association. As it is often stated, the only constant in life is change. How true this statement rings as we close 2021 and step into 2022. First order, many thanks to Mark Franks for his remarkable leadership over the last 29 years and a colossal welcome to Rebecca McLean as our new Executive Vice President. Our association is headed for continued growth through Rebecca as she has stood on the lines with Mark for 25 years with the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association (GCNKAA). What Mark and Rebecca have built will only continue to thrive across our nation! Congrats and thank you Mark! Rebecca – we are ready for your innovation and are excited for your leadership! Next brings me to the immense gratitude I have for Don Brunner with BRG Apartments as he represents GCNKAA as the National Apartment Association (NAA) Chairman of the Board. I am honored to call Don friend; am grateful for his mentorship and leadership and beam with pride as he truly represents what our industry stands for – dedication, drive, honesty, and a hardworking individual that sees good and pushes for better! Thank you Don! As the years change so does the assembly of the GCNKAA Board of Directors. We would like to welcome Mike Markus with BRG Apartments; Lloyd Cobble with CIG Communities; Oksana Lukjanenko with Denizen Management; and Todd Hignite with Hearth Home Communities to our board. We are excited to have your wisdom and leadership and look forward to your contributions. The addition of new board members means others are leaving us. Sadly we say goodbye to Jesse Brewer with CAP Real Estate;

Trinity Vanover with First Green Commercial Landscaping; Rick Holste with Chadwell Supply; and Stacy Walton with Vision and Beyond. Your service to our industry and GCNKAA is unprecedented, we would not be what we are today without each of your contributions. Our association continues to be successful thanks to the support of our membership; the GCNKAA staff led by Rebecca McLean; and the Associate Council led by Gerry Johnson with RentPath. The greatness of our success is vastly acquired by our Diamond Sponsors and we could not support our industry or membership without their contribution. Thank you to Apartments.com, BRG Apartments, Calloway Cleaning & Restoration, Contractors Inc., Denizen Management, Fath Properties, HILLS Properties, Pinnacle Paving & Sealing, RentPath, Rite Rug, Royal Finish, Sherwin Williams, Towne Properties, and Wallick Communities. The GCNKAA staff is dedicated to the continued success of this organization; our events are impeccable and offer a variety of educational offerings, networking opportunities and legislative support for our industry. All I can say is ‘Simply Amazing!’ When you couple this with the support of our Associate Council and the events they host including the Trade Show, Golf Outings, and a variety of other networking opportunities it is no wonder we are one of the best-known associations in the country! I would like to remind you of some of the upcoming events. Unfortunately, due to the increase in COVID cases, we have decided to cancel the Officers Installation Dinner in January. We will merge the installation and awards portion of this event with the February State of the Industry General Membership Meeting on Tuesday, February 15 at Oasis Conference Center. Dave Lockard will also be giving his report on the status of the local multifamily housing industry. Watch for more details once they are finalized. And finally, plan now to attend the 2022 Trade Show on Tuesday, March 15 at Sharonville Convention Center. Booths are still available for our vendor members. On the education side, we have confirmed national speakers Toni Blake and Leah Brewer. You won’t want to miss this! I look forward to serving you in 2022 and cannot wait to see all the new that change brings!

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Brain Power NEW YEAR...NEW EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Welcome to 2022! The new year brings about new resolutions and the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association wants to help you keep yours by furthering your education. We have several individual seminars as well as designation courses coming up for you to add to your calendar.

Due to the increase in COVID cases, this class has been moved to Zoom. Wednesday, January 19 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Zoom Member price: $69 | Nonmember price: $138

UPCOMING SEMINARS Apartments 101 Presented by Windy Stone Due to the increase in COVID cases, this class has been moved to Zoom on Monday, January 10 from 9 am to 11 am AND Tuesday, February 11 from 9 am to 11 am. Learn about the career paths in the multifamily housing industry. Discuss the aspects of the industry including sales, customer service, follow-up, marketing, fair housing, and other legal issues. How service affects sales including the proper way to show a rental unit and the community grounds, move-in ready, and preventive maintenance and service requests. This class will also discuss the importance of representing your company properly, knowing your product, promoting your product, and pricing your product. Monday, January 10 AND Tuesday, January 11 9:00 am to 11:00 am Zoom Member price: $79 | Nonmember price: $158

DESIGNATION COURSES Due to the increase in COVID cases, we have decided to push the Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) back to later in 2022. Please watch for more details once all the dates and instructors are reconfirmed. We are, however, moving forward with the Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) course scheduled to start on Monday, February 14. Earning your CAM credential allows you to demonstrate your skills, knowledge, and ability to manage an apartment community and achieve owners’ investment goals. As this will be scheduled as a CAM Slam, classes will be scheduled on February 14, 15, and 16, and then wrapped up on February 22 and 23. Watch for more details.

Diversity and Inclusion: How to Be An Ally Presented by Marci French Are you struggling with how to best show up as an ally to diverse groups in the multifamily industry? As Maya Angelou said, “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” Join Marci French on January 19 to discuss ways to become a better ally in the workplace. She will talk about: • How to become an ally • What does support really look like? • How to show up! A seminar for everyone in your office, property, and company. Taking this course is your next step into a more inclusive workspace. Anyone can register!

COMMITTEE OPPORTUNITIES If you are interested in getting involved with the Education program or the NextGen group and help plan all of the great opportunities like education and career advancement, please contact james@gcnkaa.org. Both committees meet back-to-back on the second Wednesday of every other month. Our next meetings are February 9 at 9 am and 10 am. These meeting are hybrid in person with online Zoom option. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The Education program offers great exposure through sponsorships. Seminars and course modules can be sponsored for as little as $150 and comes with many benefits. Sponsorship dollars help the association provide food and beverages for the attendees. Please email james@gcnkaa.org if you are interested in more details about the benefits of sponsoring education!

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To complete the full series to earn the industry designation, the online soft skills training, the four FranklinCovey Insights on Demand online courses and a comprehensive exam must be completed. The designation series, online courses, and comprehensive exam must be completed within twelve months of declaring candidacy.

EXPAND YOUR HORIZON YOU’RE ALREADY A SUCCESS. BECOME A CERTIFIED SUCCESS. The Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) Course Enhance your professional growth in the apartment industry by becoming a Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) and take your career to the next level. CAM training helps you manage your apartment community and team more effectively. The CAM curriculum is designed to maximize the experience of the on-site professional and clear the path for growth and recognition. In class, you will gain a new understanding of the challenges you frequently face. At the same time, you will have a new opportunity to share your experiences as a multifamily industry professional with other dedicated peers, establishing valuable contacts for the future and increasing your own experience level.

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Designation series must be completed within six months of declaring candidacy, including the exam. Candidates must also complete one year of apartment industry experience. We recommend taking the self assessment tool at www.colterlearning.com/pvt/naa/CAM_ AssessmentTool/story_html5.html.

PRICING INFORMATION

Cost per module is $199 for members ($398 for non-members). For complete course, including all class materials and test fees, cost per person is $899 ($1798 for nonmembers). Cancellations received less than 10 days prior to start date will not be entitled to a refund.

ENROLL NOW FOR SPRING SERIES Industry Essentials • Legal Responsibilities • Marketing Property Maintenance • Human Resource Management Financial Management • Risk Management Resident Experience February 14, 15, 16, 22, & 23 9:00 am to 5:00 pm for more information on courses, visit gcnkaa.org/certified-apartment-manager-cam.html GREATER CINCINNATI NORTHERN KENTUCKY APARTMENT ASSOCIATION KENWOOD EXECUTIVE CENTER 7265 KENWOOD RD SUITE 100 CINCINNATI, OH 45236 P: 513.407.8612 F: 513.407.7868 WWW.GCNKAA.ORG

CLASS TIMES AND LOCATION

All classes will be held via Zoom. See below for individual course times. Module dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Email James@gcnkaa.org for more information.

Registration Information

(if registering more than one person, please make copies) Name:_____________________________________________ Company Name:_____________________________________ Community Name:____________________________________ Phone:_______________Email:_________________________

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Government & Housing Legalities

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KY OFFERS RENTAL ASSISTANCE INFO; DON BRUNNER TAKES OVER AS NAA CHAIRMAN By Pat Crowley, Vice President of Governmental Affairs In the ongoing effort to help ensure the flow of federal rental assistance to residents and apartment owners and managers, the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association (GCNKAA) recently presented a virtual training session with the Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC). The training was presented by Wendy Smith, KHC’s deputy executive director, Pat Crowley housing programs. A copy of her presentation on the Healthy at Home Eviction Relief Fund - which is funded by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program - can be found by clicking here. More information is also available at teamkyhherf.ky.gov. A fact sheet on the program is also available here. FROM THE NATIONAL APARTMENT ASSOCIATION GCNKAA President Don Brunner with BRG Apartments has officially been named 2022 National Apartment Association (NAA) Chairman.

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“I’m delighted to officially welcome Don as NAA’s 2022 Chairman of the Board,” NAA President and CEO Bob Pinnegar said in a January 4 press release. “Both his steadfast commitment to rental housing and his vast industry experience will be incredibly valuable throughout his chairmanship. I join the entire NAA family in congratulating Don on this well-deserved honor and am confident that his leadership will bring about tangible progress at a paramount time for the apartment housing industry.” In addition to his role as GCNKAA president, Brunner served seven years as a Region 3 vice president for NAA. Brunner has 20 years of real estate management experience and as president and CEO of BRG Realty Group, oversees the company’s 47 properties across Greater Cincinnati representing 8,000 units. “Our nation’s rental housing industry is at a critical crossroads,” said Brunner. “After a difficult couple of years, we’ve arrived at an important opportunity to build a stronger industry prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future. Over the coming year, I look forward to working alongside NAA’s dedicated team of volunteer and staff leaders to create meaningful change for rental housing providers across the country.”

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NAA NOW ACCEPTING EXCEL AWARD ENTRIES Each year, NAA’s Excellence Awards, or Excels, recognize excellence and leadership in the rental housing industry. Excels celebrate communities, industry professionals and affiliated apartment associations who make unique contributions to the industry. For the winners, receiving an Excels award represents milestones and outstanding achievement. Applying is easy. Simply fill out the online entry form and submit the entry fee by credit card (please see Category Details below for pricing). Your entries will be panel-reviewed by NAA member volunteers and if selected as a finalist or winner, sections from your application will be featured in an online gallery. Winners will be announced and celebrated at the Excellence Awards ceremony on Friday, June 24 at Apartmentalize and will also be featured on NAA’s website and in an issue of units Magazine, NAA’s monthly publication that reports on the rental housing industry. COMMUNITY AWARDS The NAA Community of the Year Awards represent the very best in the rental housing industry. These awards recognize excellence in a range of rental property styles and sizes. Excels will be awarded to: • Affordable Community of the Year: The Affordable Community of the Year Award recognizes an affordable apartment community that excels in service both to the resident and community. Financial performance will also be considered. Communities entered in this category set the standard and increase resident expectations of other affordable communities. Communities must be a member of NAA to be eligible for this award. Preview the Affordable Community of the Year Award application questions here. • Military Community of the Year: The Military Community of the Year Award recognizes a military apartment community that excels in service both to the resident and community. Financial performance will also be considered. Communities entered in this category set the standard and increase resident expectations of other military communities. Communities must be a member of NAA to be eligible for this award. Preview the Military Community of the Year Award application questions here. • Student Community of the Year: The Student Community of the Year Award recognizes a student apartment community that excels in service both to the resident and community. Financial performance will also be considered. Communities entered in this category set the standard and increase resident expectations of other student communities. Communities must be a member of NAA to be eligible for this award. Preview the Student Community of the Year Award application questions here. • Small (less than 150 units) Community of the Year (1-5 Years Old, 6+ Years Old): The Small Community of the Year Award recognizes an apartment community with less than 150 units that excels in service both to the resident and community. Communities must be a member of NAA to be eligible for this award. Preview the Small Community of

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the Year Award application questions here. • Large (more than 150 units) Community of the Year (1-5 Years Old, 6+ Years Old): The Large Community of the Year Award recognizes an apartment community with over 150 units that excels in service both to the resident and community. Financial performance will also be considered. Communities must be a member of NAA to be eligible for this award. Preview the Large Community of the Year Award application questions here. • Community Crisis Response of the Year: The Community Crisis Response of the Year Award recognizes an apartment community that effectively managed a one-time crisis or ongoing critical issue within their community during 2020 and/or 2021. Communities must be a member of NAA to be eligible for this award. Preview the Community Crisis Response of the Year Award application questions here. • Major Rehab Community of the Year: The Major Rehab Community of the Year Award recognizes a recently renovated apartment community (completed after January 1, 2020) that excels in service both to the resident and community. Communities must be a member of NAA to be eligible for this award. Preview the Major Rehab Community of the Year Award application questions here. • New Construction Community of the Year: The New Construction Community of the Year Award recognizes a new apartment community (opening after January 1, 2020) that excels in service both to the resident and community. Communities must be a member of NAA to be eligible for this award. Preview the New Construction Community of the Year Award application questions here. Applicants will be charged $225 per entry for the Community Award categories. Please note, three finalists will be chosen, and the winner will be announced during the 2022 Excellence Awards ceremony. NAA BEST PLACES TO WORK This awards program identifies member organizations that encourage employee engagement and performance and foster collaborative and innovative work environments. It pays tribute to the employees and their hard work, which directly contributes to the success of suppliers, management companies and the entire rental housing industry. NAA will be accepting applications for the 2022 Best Places to Work Awards from February 14, 2022 - April 8, 2022. If you would like to be notified when the next application period opens, please email contact@bintelligence.com. IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES Application Deadline: February 11, 2022 Application Review: February 14, 2022 – March 11, 2022 Notification: March 16, 2022 Awards Ceremony will be held in-person at Apartmentalize in San Diego, CA - stay tuned for further details!

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GCNKAA 2022 TRADE SHOW BOOTHS NOW ON SALE! The Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association’s 2022 Trade Show is scheduled for TUESDAY, March 15 at Sharonville Convention Center. Due to your feedback, we are keeping the good ideas and adding more to the 2022 show. Here are the top reasons you won’t want to miss out! But act soon! The price rate of $800 per booth expires on Tuesday, February 15! After that, the price increases to $900 per booth! 1. The Invitation Only VIP Preview Hour. Building on 2021, we will personally invite key decision makers at each owner and property management company that is a member of the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association. This personal invitation allows each of them to attend a private preview of the trade show from 4 pm to 5 pm. This offers you more personal time to meet and greet potential new customers as well as conduct business with current customers without the interruption from other attendees of the trade show. 2. New Floorplan. Minor changes have been made again to the floorplan to encourage better foot traffic as well as accommodate more booths. This year the booths remain 8’ x 10’. All booths include pipe and drape, one table, two chairs, booth sign and wi-fi. Premier booths are an additional fee. Other booths are reserved for VIP Sponsors. Electric, carpet and additional tables and chairs can be ordered separately through Sharonville Convention Center or Academy Rentals. 3. Expanded Education Rooms. By creating more education seminars that accommodate more students, we can guarantee a larger attendance of property managers, leasing agents and maintenance technicians when the trade show opens. At the end of these seminars, seminar attendees will flow onto the trade show floor where you have the opportunity to talk with each and every one. 4. More Sponsorship Opportunities. By creating new sponsorship levels, we enable you to get more bang for your sponsorship buck. Whether through signage, verbal recognition or company listing on gcnkaa.org and in the Apartment Advantage, we will find a way for you to get involved whether you have one employee or one thousand. We have also added several more benefits to the VIP Sponsorship including premier booth space. Watch for more information to follow regarding sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorships range from $300 for a logo or food sponsorship to $1000 for VIP Sponsorship. Booths are now available on a first come first serve basis. If you would like to reserve a booth, please download the floorplan and booth contract. Review the available booth space, complete your contract with your top three selections, and return back to michele@gcnkaa.org. You may also reserve your space online here. If you have any questions, we are here to help! Give us a call at 513-407-8612. Please note that calling the office will not reserve your booth space as your signed contract must be received by the GCNKAA prior to receiving your booth confirmation.

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BOOTH SALES INFORMATION • Booths went on sale Tuesday, November 2, 2021 • Booth price includes table, 2 chairs, pipe and drapes, booth marker. Carpet, electric, additional tables and chairs can be ordered separately through Sharonville Convention Center and Academy Rentals for an additional cost. All orders for carpet, electric, additional tables and chairs need to be placed directly through Sharonville Convention Center or Academy Rentals and NOT through GCNKAA. See Exhibitor Kit for more detailed information. • Booths are sold on a first come first serve basis. We currently have 99 booths available. We generally sell out early so be sure to call the office as soon as possible. • Each booth is 8’ deep x 10’wide. • Booths are $800 each. Premier booths are an additional fee. Others booths are reserved for VIP Sponsors. After February 15, booth price increases to $900 each. BOOTH SELECTION PROCESS 1. Click here for the latest floorplan of the 2022 trade show booths as well as the contract. Please note that – as changes happen on a daily basis – this version of the floorplan may not be completely up-to-date. 2. Look at the floorplan and decide which booth you would like, then simply either: • Visit www.gcnkaa.org and go to the event calendar to reserve your booth online. Available booths will be listed on the registration page. Log in, complete your selection and submit your request immediately. • OR fill out the booth contract, complete with your first three (3) booth choices and fax back to 513 407-7868. Michele will follow up with you to let you know which booth is available. BOOTH RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS • After you have selected your booth with the Apartment Association, you must either forward GCNKAA a signed contract or remit full payment to reserve that booth. • We will hold all booths for 14 days without signed contract or payment. • You may pay for your booth with check or credit card or call the office for an invoice. • We cannot hold a booth longer than 14 days without contract or payment. After those 14 days, if we do not receive a contract or full payment, GCNKAA will contact you for payment or contract. If no response, GCNKAA may release the booth you selected. • Full payment of all booths must be received by February 15, 2022. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Apartment Association. DOWNLOAD FULL EXHIBITOR KIT COMPLETE WITH FORMS AND GUIDELINES HERE

SUMMARY OF WORK-RELATED INJURIES AND ILLNESSES DUE TO OSHA BY FEBRUARY 1

Employers with eleven or more employees and whose establishments are not classified as a partially exempt industry must record work-related injuries and illnesses using OSHA Forms 300, 300A and 301. Employers who are required to keep Form 300, the Injury and Illness log, must post Form 300A, the Summary of WorkRelated Injuries and Illnesses, in a workplace every year from February 1 to April 30. Current and former employees, or their representatives, have the right to access injury and illness records. Employers must give the requester a copy of the relevant record(s) by the end of the next business day. OSHA’s definition of work-related injuries, illnesses and fatalities are those in which an event or exposure in the work environment either caused or contributed to the condition. In addition, if an event or exposure in the work environment significantly aggravated a pre-existing injury or illness, this is also considered workrelated. If a work-related injury or illness results in medical treatment beyond first aid, you must record it on the OSHA 300 log. Required information includes: • Completion of both the 300 and 300A • Verify that you’ve classified each case only once on both forms. • A case that has one day away and several days restricted would be classified as days away from work, not both. Each case is classified only once, and it is classified as the most serious. • The other recordable case is a case that does not have days away or job transfer or restriction. The case is recordable because it is beyond first aid. • Verify that the total number of cases equals the total number of injuries and illnesses; otherwise, you will receive an error message and will not be able to submit. NOTE: Some employers with 20 or more employees are required to submit information from their OSHA300A electronically by March 1 every year. For more information, please contact Craig Lanken at 330.472.1656 or craig. lanken@sedgwick.com

OHIO WORKERS COMP ENROLLMENT DEADLINE APPROACHING SOON

The deadline to enroll in our workers’ compensation group retrospective rating program is just around the corner! Make sure you choose our program administered by Sedgwick. Enrollment paperwork was sent to you for our group retrospective rating program. The deadline to enroll in the program is quickly approaching. Don’t miss out on your opportunity for significant premium savings! • Group Retrospective Rating - Sedgwick must receive your enrollment by Friday, January 21, 2022. Sedgwick is proud to deliver workers’ compensation claims management and cost containment strategies to nearly 65,000 hard-working Ohio employers and have our endorsement. Sedgwick has saved Ohio employers participating in group rating more than $4 billion over the past ten years and Ohio employers participating in group retrospective rating have earned over $630 million in refunds since implementation in 2009. For more information, contact our Sedgwick program manager, Julia Bowling, at julia.bowling@sedgwick.com or ph 513-218-4062. Time is running out! Get your paperwork in today!

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NAA APARTMENTALIZE 2022: SUCCESS IN A NEW LIGHT Experience the unstoppable energy of Apartmentalize, where the industry’s thought leaders, trendsetters, and innovators come together to share ideas and solutions. Here are the the top reasons you should attend Apartmentalize. GROW YOUR KNOWLEDGE Innovative learning formats and open spaces that foster knowledge exchanges allow you to align your own education to your personal learning level, need and interests. As you design your own education experience with your professional objectives in mind, you will be able to challenge yourself to explore and find fun in your learning. • General Sessions: Nationally recognizable speakers from outside the industry motivate you with their inspiration and personal stories of success and real-life experiences. Speakers to be announced • Education Sessions: Choose from over eighty 45- and 60-minute sessions throughout the conference spanning a multitude of topics to include Operations, Marketing, Maintenance, Leasing, Leadership, Executive and more. These sessions feature industry experts and provide useful information that attendees can apply to daily work life. Program to be announced in January 2022. • Rewind: NAA Education Institute (NAAEI) is proud to present its REWIND program. REWIND offers PowerPointsynced audio and video sessions from Apartmentalize, so you can continue learning. Pre-order REWIND recordings

with pricing starting at $199 for members and $349 for nonmembers. • Open Space Sessions: This peer-to-peer learning experience is an opportunity to engage in creative conversations with fellow attendees who are passionate about the same issues and topics as you. Expert facilitators support small group discussions that explore a dedicated topic for each group, which you determine together. • Express Education: These sessions take place in a dedicated space in the NAA Exposition and are quick 30-minute interactive sessions that include quick digestible content, easily applied takeaways, Q&A and storytelling. • Wellness Labs: We’ll offer 15-minute sessions to help you recharge your bio-battery and learn the best energy management strategies to help keep you running. Labs will include energy building routines led by executive wellness coaches to incorporate into your busy life. EXPERIENCES Apartmentalize schedule is designed to maximize your connections with other attendees and exhibitors. With interactive sponsored activities, the NAA Exposition and structured networking sessions, Apartmentalize provides countless opportunities to meet and exchange ideas with the best in the industry. • Welcome Reception: Kick off 2022 Apartmentalize by enjoying snacks and beverages while networking with fellow attendees and suppliers and at the Welcome Reception. The

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Maintenance Mania®, National Championship will be held during the reception and all attendees are invited to attend, network and cheer on the competitors. Wednesday, June 22 | 5:00-6:30 p.m. • Maintenance Mania National Championship: To celebrate 15 years of Maintenance Mania®, fans will have the opportunity to participate in national competition games, a ready-to-race car station, and test their maintenance knowledge for a chance to win prizes presented by HD Supply. Wednesday, June 22 | 5:00-6:30 p.m. • NAA Exposition: The NAA Exposition brings together the rental industry’s top management professionals and suppliers eager to network, share ideas and the latest products and services. Featured Areas this year include: • Expo Eats: Grab a complimentary lunch on Thursday and Friday. • Express Education: Two stages featuring 30-minute interactive sessions that include quick digestible content, easily applied takeaways, Q&A and storytelling. • New Exhibitor Section: Check out companies who are exhibiting at Apartmentalize for the very first time. • NSC Lounge: Learn more about the companies who are members of NAA’s National Suppliers Council. • Carnival Row: Try your luck at four different carnival games for the chance to win fun prizes! Thursday, June 23 | 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 24 | 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. • NAAExcellence Awards: NAA’s Excellence Awards, or Excels, recognize excellence and leadership in the rental

housing industry. Excels celebrate communities, industry professionals and affiliated apartment associations who make unique contributions to the industry. For the winners, receiving an Excels award represents milestones and outstanding achievement. Friday, June 24 | 11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. • Friday Night Party: Close your 2022 Apartmentalize experience by celebrating new connections and newfound knowledge. This event is always a crowd-pleaser with craft cocktails, beers and bites. A ticket to the Friday Night Party is included in Full Conference and Friday One-Day registrations. Additional tickets can be purchased for $200. Friday, June 24 | 7:00-10:00 p.m. • NAA Gives Back: A $1 donation will be added to your registration with the ability for you to change the dollar amount to your donation of choice. This donation will go to the Resident Relief Foundation, who helps keep responsible residents in their apartments during an unexpected financial emergency and help them better prepare for future emergencies. Each year, NAA supports a local community organization with Apartmentalize attendees. Stay tuned for updates for our selected organization in San Diego. For more information, or to register, click here.

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Becoming a member of the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association is just the first step toward success in the multifamily housing industry. Move your business forward by getting involved.....

5 KEYS TO SUCCESS:

Join A Committee GCNKAA runs with the help of several committees. The

easiest way to learn the ropes is to join a committee and attend the monthly meetings. Meeting others with similar interests is the first step to networking and meeting new contacts.

Attend Our Events GCNKAA hosts several events throughout the year

starting with the Officers Installation Dinner in January and concluding with our Annual Holiday Cheers Party and Charity Benefit in December. Be sure not to miss the trade show in March or the golf outing in June!

Sponsor Programs The success of the programs GCNKAA offers is contingent

on our sponsors. We offer sponsorships for all our events ranging from $100 to $5000. This is a quick, easy and inexpensive way to get your company name in front of 1000s of potential customers.

Advertise If getting involved in a committee or sponsoring an event

is more than you can currently handle, GCNKAA also offers advertising opportunities in our annual membership directory and monthly digital newsletter.

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TEAMING WITH GREATER CINCINNATI NORTHERN KENTUCKY APARTMENT ASSOCIATION PRODUCES GREATER RESULTS.

We are here to help you grow in the multifamily housing industry. With a staff with over 50 years combined experience in our industry, ask us how we can help you!

Whether you are a leasing agent, maintenance

technician, owner or associate member, we have a class for you. To see the complete list of courses available this year, visit www.gcnkaa.org.

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2022 GCNKAA TRADE SHOW EXHIBITOR INFORMATION KIT Booth Rate $800

through February 15

Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association 7265 Kenwood Road, Ste. 100, Cincinnati, OH 45236 P: 513 407-8612 | F: 513 407-7868 | E: michele@gcnkaa.org | www.gcnkaa.org

2022 GCNKAA Trade Show

Sharonville Convention Center Tuesday, March 15, 2022 | 5 pm - 7:30 pm Booth Information Size: 8’ x 10’

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Booth Includes Pipe and Drape 1 - 6’ Table and Skirt 2 - Chairs 1 - Booth Marker Wifi Access You May Order Additional Items Directly Through Our Contacts at Your Cost Carpet - $125* Electric - $79* Additional 6’ Table - $50* Additional Chair - $6* See inside for ordering information. *Deadlines to order do apply. Prices after deadline will increase as noted on individual order forms. Prices subject to change.

54. 55. 56. Conservice 57. 58. 59. BG Multifamily 60. Corken Steel Products 61. 62. 63. CRG Residential 64. Teasdale Fenton Carpet Cleaning 65. Yardi Systems 66. 67. G&G Fitness Equipment 68. VMintegrated Systems 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. Scherzinger Pest Control

76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. Extermital Termite & Pest Control 86. 87. National Heating and Air 88. National Heating and Air 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99.

GREATER CINCINNATI NORTHERN KENTUCKY APARTMENT ASSOCIATION CONTRACT AND SPACE RESERVATION FORM TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2022 | 5 pm to 7:30 pm Sharonville Convention Center – Sharonville, Ohio PLEASE PRINT/TYPE BELOW YOUR COMPANY NAME AND ADDRESS CORRESPONDENCE AND MAKE INFORMATION EXACTLY AS IT SHOULD APPEAR ON SIGNAGE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: AND EXHIBITOR LISTINGS Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Company: _______________________________________ Apartment Association 7265 Kenwood Road, Ste. 100 Representative: __________________________________ Cincinnati, OH 45236 Phone: (513) 407-8612 Fax: (513) 407-7868 Address: ________________________________________ E-mail: michele@gcnkaa.org

City: ______________State: ____________Zip: _________ PAYMENT INFORMATION: Phone: __________________________________________ E-mail: __________________________________________ Booth Information

• Booths will NOT be held without a full, signed contract. • Invoice will be sent upon receipt of contract • Payment is due in full by February 15, 2022

• All booths are 8’ x 10’ • Booths are $800 from November 1, 2021, through February 15, 2022 | After February 15, 2022, booths increase to $900 • Premium Booths are $850. See floorplan for premium booths • Specially marked booths are only eligible for purchase with VIP sponsorship ONLY • Booth price includes: Pipes, drapes, one 6’ table with skirt, two chairs, booth marker, wifi access. Electric not included in booth price. You may order electric through Academy Rentals form included in Exhibitor Kit and found online. • Electric is available for $79* per booth through separate order through Sharonville Convention Center *electric is $79 per booth if ordered prior to March 7; after March 7, electric is $109 per booth

• Carpet, additional table and/or chair is available for a separate charge through Academy Rental • Set up is 11 am to 3:30 pm on date of event ONLY! Tear down is from 7:30 pm to 10 pm date of event.

Booth Number Request 1st Choice_____________ 2nd Choice_____________3rd Choice_____________

Payment  Check Enclosed  Invoice Me  Visa/MC/AmEx Name:_____________________________________ Card#__________________________________________ Exp. Date_________ Code ________Zip Code:____________________________________________________ Email Address for Receipt:_____________________________________________________________________ This offer incorporates the terms and conditions on the subsequent attached pages. Exhibitor understands that this application becomes a contract and is binding on both parties on the date last written below when accepted and signed by the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association (GCNKAA). All space is selected by the exhibitor on a first-come, first-served basis, and with GCNKAA’s space confirmation. All pre-planning correspondence from GCNKAA will be sent to the person listed above unless noted below. This document contains the entire Agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior agreements. The terms of this document may not be changed except in writing and signed by the parties.

Name: ______________________________________ Title:__________________________________________ Authorized Signature: ________________________________________ Date: __________________________ PRE-PLANNING CONTACT:_____________________________________ Phone: _________________________ EMAIL: ____________________________________________________________________________________ Specifically relating to the global COVID-19 pandemic, Vendor acknowledges the highly contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assumes the risk of exposure or infection by voluntarily attending and exhibiting at the Tradeshow, and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, disability, and/or death to Vendor. Vendor understands that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at the Tradeshow, or while traveling to or from the Tradeshow, may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of others who may attend the Tradeshow or their families, colleagues, or other with whom they may have contact. Accordingly, Vendor understands and agrees that this release includes any claims arising out of, relating to, or based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association, and each of their employees, agents, and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after participation in the Tradeshow. In addition to all other rules and regulations relating to the Vendor’s attendance at the Tradeshow, Vendor agrees to comply with All COVID-related procedures that may be implemented by the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association and Sharonville Convention Center, including, but not limited to, testing, mask-wearing and social distancing requirements and restrictions on certain activities that carry higher COVID-related risk, in order to protect as much as possible the health and safety of all Tradeshow Vendors. Failure to comply may result in the Vendor’s exclusion from the Tradeshow, and Vendor will not receive a refund of any fees.

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY:

Booth Number(s): _______ Accepted By:_________ Date:________________ Floorplan:__________ Website:_______ Amount Due:____________ Amount Paid: ________ Check #/CC App: ______ Confirmation: _______

GREATER CINCINNATI NORTHERN KENTUCKY APARTMENT ASSOCIATION EXHIBIT RULES & REGULATIONS 1. AGREEMENT By signing the Exhibit Space Application and Contract, the Exhibitor agrees to abide by these Rules and Regulations and all amendments thereto and the decisions of Show Management. For purposes of this Agreement, the terms “GCNKAA” shall mean the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association, “exhibit hall” shall mean the Sharonville Convention Center, and “Exhibitor” shall mean any company, firm or person who has applied for or been allocated any space at the Exhibit Hall. 2. UNDESIRABLE ACTIVITIES The Exhibitor agrees that his exhibit shall be admitted into the Show and shall remain solely on strict compliance with all the rules herein described. GCNKAA reserves the right to reject, eject or prohibit any exhibit in whole or in part, or any Exhibitor with or without giving cause. GCNKAA’s liability for rejection without giving cause shall be limited to a refund to the Exhibitor of the amount of rental unearned at the time of ejection. However, if an exhibit or Exhibitor is ejected for violation of these rules or any other stated reason (with cause), no return of rental shall be made. Exhibitor shall not exhibit any merchandise other than that specified in the application. 3. BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS Booth selection by Exhibitor is available on a first-come, first serve basis and there is no first right of refusal. GCNKAA’s confirmation of requested booth space is final and shall constitute an acceptance of the Exhibitor’s offer to occupy space. Confirmation will be made only after receipt of the Exhibitor Agreement and the appropriate booth fees. After confirmation, space location may not be changed, transferred, or canceled except upon written request and with the subsequent written approval of GCNKAA. Not withstanding the above, GCNKAA reserves the right to change location assignments at any time, as it may, in its sole discretion, deem necessary. 4. SPACE RENTAL Exhibitor fee includes a 8’x 10’ exhibit space, materials to define exhibit space (pipe & drape), a two-line sign showing Exhibitor’s company name and booth number, one 6’ table with skirting, two chairs and wifi access. No signs or advertising devices shall be displayed outside the exhibit space other than those furnished by GCNKAA. Booth displays not to exceed nine (9) feet in height across the back. No backdrops or booths higher than five (5) feet in height are permitted along the sides of the booth. Booth displays cannot block neighboring booths. Electric, carpet, additional table and chairs, and landlines are available at Exhibitor cost through separate contracted vendor. 5. USE OF DISPLAY SPACE A. Restrictions on Space Rental: Exhibitor may not sub-let, sub-divide or assign his space nor any part thereof, nor purchase multiple booths for the purpose of subletting or assigning to third parties, nor permit in his booth non-exhibiting companies’ representatives without the express written permission of GCNKAA. Only companies or individuals that have contracted directly with GCNKAA shall be allowed on the show floor as an Exhibitor. Failure to comply with this provision shall be sufficient cause for GCNKAA to require the immediate removal of the exhibit and/or the offending Exhibitor at the expense of the Exhibitor. Failure to comply may also result in forfeiture of all further rights to exhibit at future shows sponsored by GCNKAA together with all fees paid. GCNKAA may lease any space so forfeited to another Exhibitor and retain all revenues collected. B. Exhibitor shall design and maintain the general theme and tenor of show. 6. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL GCNKAA reserves the right to fix the time for the installation of the booth prior to the show opening and for its removal after the conclusion of the show. Installation of all exhibits must be fully completed at least 30 minutes prior to the opening of the Show. Failure to adhere to this requirement could restrict Exhibitor’s entry into any future shows produced by GCNKAA. Any space not claimed by 3:30 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2022, may be resold or reassigned without refund. All exhibits and booth materials must be removed by 9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2022. 7. EARLY REMOVAL OF EXHIBITS NOT ALLOWED No exhibit shall be packed, removed or dismantled prior to the closing of the Show without written permission from GCNKAA. If the Exhibitor acts in breach of this provision, it shall pay as compensation for the distraction to the Exhibition’s appearance, an amount equal to one-half of the total space charge for the Exhibitor’s allocated area, in addition to all sums otherwise due under this Agreement. 8. EXHIBITOR APPOINTED CONTRACTORS (EAC) Any exhibitor using an EAC agrees to notify GCNKAA of such appointment and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless GCNKAA, the exhibit facility, and their respective officers, directors, staffs, employees, and agents and all official contractors from any and all liability or losses for any act, complaint, damage, or loss to any other Exhibitor, the exhibit hall, the property of any contractor or any consequential damages arising out of any such act of loss from the time the independent EAC first arrives at the hall until the final move-out is complete. The Exhibitor further agrees that GCNKAA may prohibit the EAC from working in the hall if the EAC does not fully comply with all rules and regulations set forth for them at this event. Any Exhibitor using an EAC agrees to advise its EAC of all rules and regulations. 9. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES A. All demonstrations, sales activities, and distribution of circulars and promotional material must be confined to limits of the Exhibitor’s booth. B. Exchange of money or consummating the sales of goods or services on the exhibit floor is prohibited. Orders may be taken for future delivery only. C. Exhibits which include the operation of musical instruments, radios, sound motion picture equipment, public address systems, or any noise-making machines must be operated so that the noise resulting from there will not annoy or disturb adjacent Exhibitors or their patrons. Exhibitor represents and warrants

that no musical work protected by copyright will be staged, produced or, otherwise, performed via either “live” or “mechanical” means, or by or on behalf of Exhibitor, unless Exhibitor has previously obtained written permission from the copyright owner’s designee (e.g., ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC) for such use. D. Exhibitors are prohibited from displaying any devises or objects in the booth that exceed the height of the back wall (9 ft.) without prior written approval from GCNKAA and the exhibit hall. No backdrops or booths higher than five (5) feet in height are permitted along the sides of the booth. Booth displays cannot block neighboring booths. E. Exhibitors are not allowed to conduct any activities that could be considered an illegal lottery under Ohio law. F. Electrical equipment that is not UL approved may not be used in the exhibit hall. No wiring, installation or spotlights or other electrical work shall be done except by the electrical contractor authorized by GCNKAA or exhibit hall. G. Approval for distribution of food items must be obtained by the Sharonville Convention Center prior to the event. H. Sharonville Convention Center prohibits the use of glitter, confetti guns, fireworks and helium balloons inside their facility. I. Live animals (except service animals) and firearms are prohibited inside SCC. 10. CANCELLATION BY EXHIBITOR The Exhibitor specifically recognizes and acknowledges that GCNKAA will sustain losses if the Exhibitor cancels its exhibit space after it has been assigned and confirmed by the GCNKAA. Due to the difficulty of determining said losses, the Exhibitor agrees to pay the following amounts as liquidated damages, and not as a penalty, all cancellations must be received in writing. Booth cancellations received after November 1, 2021, and prior to February 15, 2022, will be issued a refund minus a $100 administrative fee. Booth cancellations after February 15, 2022, will forfeit all booth fees and will be responsible for full booth payment. Upon cancellation by the Exhibitor, GCNKAA has the right to resell the space and retain all revenue collected. 11. CANCELLATION OR POSTPONEMENT OF SHOW In the event that any unforeseen occurrence shall render the fulfillment of this Agreement impossible by GCNKAA, the parties shall mutually amend or terminate the agreement at GCNKAA’s option. The Exhibitor hereby waives any claim against GCNKAA for damages or compensation. GCNKAA may return a portion of the amount paid for space after deduction of any amounts necessary to cover expenses incurred in connection with the show. Such expenses include, but are not limited to all expenses incurred by GCNKAA as a result of contracts with third parties for services or products incidental to the show, and all overhead expenses attributable to the production of the show. No monies will be returned should the dates or location of the show be changed by GCNKAA, but Exhibitor will be assigned space that the Exhibitor agrees to use under these same rules and regulations. GCNKAA shall not be liable in the event the show is interrupted, canceled, moved or dates changed except as provided herein. 12. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS GCNKAA assumes no responsibility or liability for any of the services performed or materials delivered by official show contractors or other suppliers to the show, their personnel, or their agents. 13. LIABILITY AND INSURANCE A. All property of the Exhibitor remains under its custody and control in transit to and from exhibit facility, during installation and removal, and while it is within the confines of the exhibit facility. Neither GCNKAA, the service contractors, the management of the Sharonville Convention Center nor any of the officers, staff members, or directors of any of the same are responsible for the safety of the property of Exhibitors from theft, damage by fire, accident, vandalism or other causes. The Exhibitor expressly waives and releases any claim or demand he may have against any of them by reason of any damage to or loss of any property of the Exhibitor. B. Exhibitor understands that neither GCNKAA nor any sponsor carries business interruption and property damage insurance coverage for loss or damage of Exhibitor’s property. The Exhibitor agrees to obtain adequate insurance during the dates of the trade show, including move-in and move-out days, and shall be prepared to furnish a certificate of insurance to GCNKAA. 15. ENFORCEMENT OF REGULATIONS GCNKAA has full power to interpret and enforce all regulations of the show and the power to make amendments and/or further regulations, orally or in writing, that are considered necessary for the proper conduct of the show. Such decisions shall be binding on Exhibitors. All Exhibitors agree to be bound by terms of GCNKAA’s agreement with the facility in which the show is held. 16. CONFLICTING MEETING AND SOCIAL EVENTS In the interest of the entire Show, the Exhibitor agrees not to extend invitations, call meetings, or otherwise encourage absence of members, Exhibitors, or invited guests from the educational sessions or exhibit hall during the official hours of the sessions or show. Hospitality suites may not be reserved without prior approval of Show Management. 17. WAIVER Waiver by either party of any term or condition or breach shall not constitute a waiver of any other term or condition or breach of this agreement. The rights of GCNKAA shall not be deemed waived as specifically stated in writing and signed by an authorized representative of GCNKAA. 18. SEVERABILITY In the event any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable then neither the remaining provisions of this Agreement nor other applications of the provisions involved shall be affected thereby.

ph: 513-326-6466 | fax: 513-772-5745 | sccinfo@cityofsharonville.com 11355 Chester Road | Sharonville, OH 45246-4002 www.sharonvilleconventioncenter.com

Service Order Form

Please fill in and return form via fax, email or mail

Event Information Full Name of Event

Event Date(s)

Firm Name

Booth #

Phone #

Address

Fax#

City

State

Zip

Email Address Authorized By (Print)

Signature

Date

Electric Connections Rates quoted for electrical connections cover only the bringing of service to the booth in the most convenient manner and do not include any special wiring. All wiring and electrical work on exhibitor’s display will be charged on a time and material basis. All equipment must be properly tagged and wired with complete information as to type of current, voltage, phase cycle, horsepower, etc. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to avoid overloading circuits. All connections will conform to the National Electrical Code, City Code and Building Regulations. Electrical power for lights and displays will be turned on one hour prior to show opening and turned off at show closing. If power is required before or after these times, special arrangements must be made with the SCC Maintenance Engineer.

*All requests received less than 7 days prior to show move in will be charged at floor order rates*

Electrical Connections (Lights, VCR, Etc.) 120 Volt, Single Phase, 60 Hz Ac Advance Order

Floor Order

Outlets to 1000 watts (10 amp) (1 plug-in)

$79

$109

Outlets to 2000 watts (20 amp) (2 plug-ins)

$99

$129

Quantity

Requirements

List Equipment – Lights, CPU, VCR’s, Etc. – 120v.

Total

Motor & Special Electrical Service Connections Indicate Voltage Required for All Electrical Service Quantity

Requirements

Nameplate Information

Amps

Watts Per Leg

208v 1ph

3500

$125

$150

100

11000

$190

$220

3500

$150

$175

7000

$225

$255

100

11000

$285

$315

13000

$285

$315

Extension Cord (Rental Only)

$25

Power Strip (Rental Only)

$25

460v 3ph

Amps

Phase

Floor Order

Voltage

208v 3ph

Voltage

Advance Order

Overnight Add 50%

Neutral

(All prices include labor rates. Standard labor will be charged for cord cap changes.)

Electric Connections Total $

Labor Rates

Labor will be charged in 1-hour increments. (Minimun charge– 1 hour)

Description

Laborer

Electrician Maint Engineer

Regular Hours

$25 per hour

$50 per hour

Holidays

$50 per hour

$75 per hour

Booth Vacuuming

$25 per day

Banner Hanging

$35 per hour (Advanced payment required for all services.)

Labor Total $

Total

Telephone Service Request must be received at least one week prior to event.

Hard Wired Internet Connection: Dedicated Telephone Line Installation: Private Hard Wired SSID/Network:

$125 per line $125 Charge for Outside Line $250 *Requires advance notice of 5 business days

Number of Lines Requested

To Be Used As:

Modem

Direct Call Line

Booth or Room Number

Phone Connections Total $

Compressed Air (Portable Compressor Available On West Wall Only) 90-100 lbs. PSI (Prices Based On 1/4” Line) Request must be received at least one week prior to event. NOTE: If pressure is critical, exhibitor should contact the Sharonville Convention Center Maintenance Engineer.

Quantity

Description

Advance Order

Floor Order

Service Charge for 1st connection

$100

$150

Each additional connection

$100

$150

24 Hour Service Required?

Total

Yes (If yes, add 50% to Compressed Air Total) Compressed Air Connections Total $

Water and Drainage (Available on West and North Wall Only) NOTE: Pressure may vary. No guarantee can be made of minimum and maximum pressures. If pressure is critical, exhibitor should contact Sharonville Convention Center Maintenance Engineer.

Water (Cold) Minimum pressure, 45 PSI; maximum pressure, 60 PSI (Prices based on 1/4” to 1/2” line) Quantity

Description

Advance Order

Floor Order

Service Charge for 1st connection (Drain Not Included)

$105

$140

Each additional connection

$105

$140

Total

Size of Water Line Required:

Drainage 3/4” Drain Line Available Quantity

Description

Advance Order

Floor Order

Service Charge for 1st connection

$85

$125

Each additional connection

$85

$125

Description

Advance Order

Floor Order

Service Charge for one-time fill and drain (up to 500 gallons maximum)

$100

$150

Each additional 500 gallons

$100

$150

Total

One-Time Water Fill, Including Drain Quantity

Total

Water and Drainage Connections Total $

Payment Information Order form and advanced payment must be received 7 days prior to show move-in to qualify for advanced order rates. For floor orders – payment in full must be made prior to services being rendered. Payment accepted in the form of check, money order or credit card.

SERVICE ORDER CHARGES DETAIL: Electric

Labor

Telephone

Compressed Air

Water/Drainage

Total

Please Check One:

Check/Money Order Enclosed Charge Total Amount to Credit Card

Credit Card Information:

Master Card

Visa

American Express

Discover

Card Number Exp. Date Cardholder’s Name Cardholder’s Signature

Security Code

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT ORDER FORM

ACADEMY EXPO, 116 MARION ROAD, CINCINNATI, OH 45215 P: (513) 772-1898 | F: (513) 322-4473 Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association Trade Show March 15, 2022, at the Sharonville Convention Center 1.

Complete form below and fax to (513) 322-4473 or email to Cindy at critchie@academyexpo.com by the DEADLINE for discounted prices. Academy will email or fax a contract and charge slip to confirm receipt of your order. After the deadline, the higher standard prices apply and the equipment is limited as indicated below.

PRE-SHOW DISCOUNT DEADLINE: ORDER BY MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2022

Your Pipe & Drape booth includes one (1) 6 ft. covered and skirted table, two (2) chairs and a booth ID sign. Use this form to order additional equipment.

Complete the following area if you want to rent any ADDITIONAL equipment:

Discounted PRICES

EQUIPMENT

8’ x 30” Table, covered & skirted (show colors) 6’ x 30” Table, covered & skirted (show colors) 6’ TALL Table (40”) cover/skirt (show colors) 8’ TALL Table (40”) cover/skirt (show colors) 30” Round Standard Table with White Linen 30” Round TALL Table with White Linen Any size, plain table (Indicate size: Folding Chair, black Deluxe Convention Chair Padded, Burgundy 6’ x 18” Table, covered & skirted (show colors) 4’ x 24” Table, covered & skirted (show colors) Carpet, per Single booth space-(show colors) Carpet Padding, per Single booth space

)

$60.00 $50.00 $70.00 $70.00 $45.00 $60.00 $30.00 $ 6.00 $12.00 $50.00 $45.00 $125.00 $50.00

QTY

$ TOTAL

After Deadline PRICES

X X X X X X X X X X X X X

$120.00 $100.00 $140.00 $140.00 N/A N/A $60.00 $12.00 N/A N/A N/A $250.00 $100.00

(Show color skirting is black, with a white table cover. Show color carpet is black) 4.

Complete payment information: credit card only. All credit cards accepted: Name on Card Credit Card Type Card# Card Expiration Date Card Billing Address, State & Zip

CVV#

Subtotal $ Tax (7.8%) $ Total Due $

Complete information, sign & fax this form: Your Company Name Address City/State/Zip Phone # Fax # Contact Person Email YOUR BOOTH #

Signature

Date

MATERIAL HANDLING/ DRAYAGE INSTRUCTIONS & CHECKLIST 1. You are responsible for contacting a carrier and scheduling your shipment to us. Shipments are NOT accepted at the show site, unless pre-scheduled with Academy. Drayage charges apply. 2. Clearly address each container to: Academy Expo

Greater Cinti & NKY Apartment Assn. “Your Name & Booth Number” 116 Marion Road, Cincinnati, OH 45215 Phone (513) 772-1898 Fax (513) 322-4473

3. Payment must be made by credit card. All credit cards accepted. 4. Total number of containers (#): 5. Rates:

$ 1.00 per pound (Minimum payment required $25.00 for 1-25 lbs.) Total weight of packages shipped to Academy (lbs) : Total amount due($):

6. Your Contact Information Your Company Name: Company Address: Company City/ State/ Zipcode: Phone Number: E-MAIL: Fax Number: Contact Person: Your Booth#: 7. DEADLINE:

All material must arrive on or before Monday, March 7, 2022 Shipments received after the deadline will incur a $125.00 late fee.

8. Academy will store and deliver your container(s) to your booth at the meeting site. We are not responsible for any unpacking, repackaging, setup or breakdown of materials. 9. ***Affix your carriers PREPAID shipping return labels & our “Return Drayage Form” to your returning packages, then CALL your carrier to schedule a pickup from our warehouse on either Thursday, March 16 or Friday, March 17, 2022. 10. Fax this completed, signed form to (513) 322-4473 with your credit card information: CREDIT CARD TYPE CREDIT CARD EXP DATE CREDIT CARD# NAME as it appears ON CARD CVV# BILLING ADDRESS BILLING STATE/ ZIP Person responsible for this information and its execution: Name

Title

Date

Questions? Contact Cindy Ritchie by phone# 513-772-1898 or email: critchie@academyexpo.com

RETURN DRAYAGE FORM MY COMPANY NAME: MY BOOTH#: MY RETURN PACKAGES ARE SHIPPING TO: COMPANY: ATTN: ADDRESS: CITY STATE ZIP: # of boxes returned Approximate total weight. Name of Carrier PLEASE attach your completed, pre-paid shipping labels to each of the packages you are returning, with this form and call your carrier to schedule pickup from Academy Expo.

**** Please be sure to complete this form and attach it, with your pre-paid shipping labels, to your boxes to ensure a prompt return. Questions? Contact Cindy Ritchie by phone# 513-772-1898 or email: critchie@academyexpo.com Academy Expo, 116 Marion Road, Cincinnati, OH 45215 PH# (513) 772-1898, FAX# (513) 322-4473

GREATER CINCINNATI NORTHERN KENTUCKY APARTMENT ASSOCIATION TRADE SHOW BOOTH INFORMATION TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2022 | 5 pm to 7:30 pm Sharonville Convention Center – Sharonville, Ohio PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FOR YOUR BOOTH AND RETURN TO GCNKAA BY THE DEADLINE OF TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 2022. Company: _________________________________________________________________________________ E-mail: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Nametag Order Information • We would like for all booth exhibitors to have a nametag. We will provide one for you or you are welcome to wear your company nametag. Attendee Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ Attendee Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ Attendee Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ Attendee Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ EXPO GAME INCLUSION • There is no charge for you to be included in the Expo Game. • All exhibitors are automatically included on this game card UNLESS you opt out. • Please be aware that by being included in the expo game, all game participants will need a signature from a company representative at your booth during the show. _____I DO want to be included on the game card _____I DO NOT want to be included on the game card

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Booth Number(s): _________ Accepted By:______________ Date:____________________

Nametags Complete: ______________ Inclusion on Game Card: ___________

FOUR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES YOU NEED TO SECURE TODAY!

VIP SPONSORSHIP: $1000 Each; Limit of 18

• Premier Booth in VIP Row • Carpet provided for your booth • Floor decal in front of your booth signaling you as a VIP • Different color pipe and drape for your booth space • Admittance into the last few minutes of the executive forum to be introduced as a VIP sponsor • Admittance to the VIP ‘lounge’ area for a 30 minute cocktail networking event with the attendees of the executive forum and other key decision makers • Use of VIP ‘lounge’ to meet privately with clients or potential customers outside of the trade show floor throughout the main show hours • GCNKAA is currently researching affordable ways to collect attendee information to be forwarded to all VIPs. • 10 drink tickets • Company logo on event invitations • Full page ad in March 2022 Apartment Advantage • Company logo on floorplan • Signage throughout facility • Company logo on bag • 1 Grand Prize Drawing at their booth .

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities FOOD SPONSORS: $300 each

Returning to the 2022 trade show is free food from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm. Food Sponsors will receive inclusion on promotional pieces and signage at the 2022 trade show. For primary and associate members.

LOGO SPONSORS: $300 each

Due to its success, we will once again be distributing the GCNKAA Tote Bag to the first 500 attendees. Logo sponsors receive inclusion on promotional pieces and company logo on this bag. For associate members only.

BAG SPONSORS: $500 each

Bag sponsors will receive inclusion on promotional pieces and your company logo on the event ‘swag bag.’ For primary members only.

Yes! I want to be a sponsor for the 2022 GCNKAA Trade Show! Company Name

Contact Name

Address

Please select your type of sponsorship and payment information below VIP

Food

Card Number

Logo

Bag

Amount Due

Invoice Me Enclosed

Expiration Date

Credit Card Name on Card

Security Code

Billing Zip Code

A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO RESERVING YOUR GCNKAA TRADE SHOW BOOTH AND GETTING THE BEST RETURN ON YOUR INVESTMENT STEP 1:

STEP 2:

Reserve your booth and submit your complete booth contract to the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association. You can fax this information to 513 407-7868 or email directly to michele@gcnkaa.org. Upon receipt at the GCNKAA offices, a confirmation email will be sent to the trade show representative listed upon contract. Booth price of $800 (or $850 for premier booth) includes one table, two chairs, pipe and drapes and booth sign ONLY. The price will increase to $900 per booth after February 15, 2022.

Order electric and other services from Sharonville Convention Center. Upon receiving your booth confirmation email from the GCNKAA, contact the Sharonville Convention Center at 513-326-6466 or use the Service Order Form found inside this booklet to order your electric and/or other additional hook-ups for your booth. This must be ordered and paid for separately through Sharonville Convention Center. Please note their pricing deadlines. GCNKAA does not supply electric and is not responsible for your ordering and payment.

STEP 3:

STEP 4:

Order additonal tables, chairs and carpet for your booth. Sharonville Convention Center is not carpeted and the exhibit hall has a concrete floor. Upon receiving your booth confirmation email from the GCNKAA, contact Academy Rentals at 513-772-1898, email critchie@academyexpo.com or complete the order form inside this trade show exhibitor information kit. This must be ordered and paid for separately through Academy Rentals. Please note their pricing deadlines. GCNKAA does not supply additional tables, chairs or carpeting and is not responsible for your ordering and payment.

Do you have to ship your booth to the GCNKAA trade show? Sharonville Convention Center does not accept any shipments, however, shipments can be sent to Academy Rentals. Upon receiving your booth confirmation email from the GCNKAA, contact Academy Rentals at 513-772-1898, email critchie@academyexpo.com or complete the order form inside this trade show exhibitor information kit. Fees do apply and this must be paid for separately through Academy Rentals. Please note their pricing deadlines. A Return Drayage Form can also be found inside this kit. GCNKAA is not responsible for your ordering, payment or any materials shipped.

For More Information:

GCNKAA | 7265 Kenwood Road, Ste. 100 | Cincinnati, OH 45236 P: 513 407-8612 | www.gcnkaa.org

The Apartment Association Outreach, Inc. LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT By Megan Lawhon, PLK Communities, Outreach President

Welcome to 2022! I know several people are excited to put 2021 behind us and move forward to a new chapter, a new beginning, and hopefully a prosperous and joyful year. Our entire board is extremely proud of our collective efforts, contributing more than $240,000 back into our community to help thousands of our citizens who continue to be severely impacted by the pandemic. We are also aware that the needs have not diminished, and that the Apartment Association Megan Lawhon Outreach (AAO) will continue to rise to the challenge and provide the vital financial support to our community partners as much as possible. We are well-positioned to accomplish this as we finished up the most successful fundraising year in our history, thanks to the incredible generosity of our Champions For Outreach Members and Donors. Our balance sheet is strong, and we look forward to continuing to help those in need. Sincere thanks to Tonya Beckner with Miller Valentine Group, Gerry Johnson with RentPath, Rick Holste with Chadwell Supply, their dedicated committee, and our very own Michele Klusman with the Greater Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Apartment Association (GCNKAA) for their herculean efforts hosting our largest Holiday

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Cheers Event on Thursday, December 9 at the Kenwood Country Club. The event was a tremendous success, and we look forward to bigger and better next year! 5K 4 Rent: Please hold the date of Saturday, April 9, 2022, for our 5K 4 Rent. We are still battling the pandemic, as well as the variant that comes our way, so we will keep the membership informed as the date approaches. We are hopeful that we can all be together in April. AAO Board: Jeff March and I would like to thank the Board for their efforts during 2021. It is important for our donors to know that every Board member contributed personally to Outreach last year. We are extremely proud of our Board members and their respective company’s commitment to AAO! We are grateful for the service that ALL of the Board members provide, as well as their continued support of utilizing our funds to help those in need. A special THANK YOU to Patty Braun and Susan Peck for their continued support, time, effort and energy for all things relating to AAO. I look forward to 2022, and a return to some sense of normalcy (hopefully), and I thank our entire membership in advance for your continued support of Outreach and our efforts to help those in our community who deserve our assistance, especially during these uncertain times.

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THE POWER OF ONLINE VIDEOS IN YOUR APARTMENT MARKETING By Ashley Tyndall

Video can be a marketer’s most powerful tool but using it effectively can be tricky. Video is one of the most powerful online rental housing marketing tools at the industry’s disposal today. In fact, according to a survey from Bitable, about 82% of all online traffic is related to video, which is 15 times higher than it was in 2017. Using it effectively, however, can be the tricky part. Social apps like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat are blurring the lines between entertainment and social media. And that probably explains the 3.7 hours a day we spend on our mobile devices, according to App Annie. The blurring lines are also resulting in more competition for your residents’ time. YOUTUBE VS. REELS AND TIKTOK YouTube has long been the king of online video content. The platform reports more than 2 billion active users who upload more than 500 hours of video every minute. However, there’s some new competitors in the clubhouse who are taking an increasingly large piece of the video pie — TikTok and Instagram/ Facebook Reels. Quite strategically, Facebook and Instagram have been restructuring their newsfeed algorithms to favor their own video content. For example, a Reel uploaded directly to Facebook carries more weight in the newsfeed than a link shared via YouTube. Also, only Facebook videos enjoy the benefit of autoplay. Furthermore, Facebook has a “view counter” to videos posted on company pages. By Facebook leveraging its massive user base (2.9 billion monthly active users), it’s no wonder they’ve been able to capture a significant piece of the online video market.

Now, what does this mean for multifamily marketers? The current social media environment actually creates several opportunities for marketers. Following is a closer examination of some examples in apartment marketing. VIDEO MARKETING FOR REAL ESTATE Where are these opportunities? In a nutshell, Facebook and YouTube each support different types of video messaging, which work well in tandem. First, consider the difference between the two platforms. At its core, Facebook is a social network (which has integrated video hosting), whereas YouTube is a video-hosting platform (which has integrated characteristics of a social network). This changes the nature of the content. Which brings us to Rule No. 1…

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RULE NO. 1 — CATER TO THE PLATFORM On Facebook, videos are meant to be timely, ephemeral and quickly digested; in contrast, YouTube videos are more permanent, topically specialized and geared toward search-engine reach. Think about how people use each platform. Users go to YouTube to consume videos, whereas Facebook videos must be quickly digested in a scrolling newsfeed. Thus, YouTube is for your “meat and potatoes’’ — things like apartment tours. Facebook videos and Instagram Reels should focus less on “informing” and more on “grabbing attention.” These videos and Reels have to be compelling. Ideas for content? String together 30 seconds worth of photography for a “quick tour” of your property, then send your viewers to YouTube for the full-length version. Another idea? Create a short how-to video (e.g., “DIY picture frame”) to engage with current residents. Remember to include your most powerful visuals at the beginning of the video to grab attention. RULE NO. 2 — DON’T IGNORE TITLES A common mistake is spending time on your video content and then ignoring your titles or captions. You may have created the best video content in the world, but without an intriguing title, no one’s going to click. Likewise, if you don’t have a compelling caption and relevant hashtags, your content is not likely to engage your viewers beyond just one video view. Video titles and social media messages should be:

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• Interesting • Descriptive • Convey value (i.e., what’s the viewer going to learn from watching?) Facebook titles should highlight brevity. For example, “Industrial chic meets the best views in Dallas. Watch our 60-second tour of One Dallas Center.” YouTube messaging, on the other hand, should cater toward multifamily search engine optimization (SEO). It’s often wise to have the apartment location (e.g., Uptown Dallas) in the title, description and tags. That way, people searching the internet for apartments in “Uptown Dallas” will be more likely to stumble across your five-minute video tour. LEVERAGING VIDEOS TO MAXIMIZE RESULTS As the rivalry heats up between social platforms, multifamily marketers have an opportunity to leverage both types of video to maximize results. As you create video content, remember both rules: (1) keep the platform in mind, and (2) put some elbow grease into your title! Ashley Tyndall is Chief Relationship Officer for Criterion

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